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Paella Party Catering in Chithurst
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Chithurst: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Baby celebrations
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Paella party catering in Chithurst
Paella party catering for your party in Chithurst
Live paella suits birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer parties. The cooking is the centrepiece, and everyone gets a hot, generous plate. We cook churros, vegetable paella and tapas, and we are regularly asked to cater naming days and christenings and wakes and celebrations of life.
A country party near Chithurst is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
About the dishes
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
What happens on the day
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. For a late-May party in Chithurst, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Get a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Chithurst: your questions answered
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Is Chithurst too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
We can. Let us know and we will add it to the quote.
Will the neighbours notice?
Paella is cooked over gas, so there’s cooking steam and smell but little smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Fast service from the pan
- A quote that spells everything out
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
What affects the price in Chithurst
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The length of service
- Whether you need crockery
- How many guests are eating
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The address or venue name
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Warn the neighbours
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Tell us how many children are coming
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Events we cater in Chithurst
It works for all ages and diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Family reunions
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Summer garden parties
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Chithurst Church, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Questions to ask before you book
- Payment terms and deposit
- The venue requirements
- The wet-weather plan
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Places near Chithurst
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Chithurst parties: what to know
Chithurst is about 6 miles east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. For a party in Chithurst, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Chithurst is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 20 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Liphook station, about 4.9 miles north. Nearby historic houses include Cowdray House (3.1 miles east). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Chithurst is within about 3 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Paella party catering in GU31 is planned around your venue. If your venue is just outside Chithurst, we also cover Trotton Marsh (1 mile north-west), Borden (1 mile north-west), Rogate (2 miles west), Milland (2 miles north) and Rake (4 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (13 miles south-west), Horndean (11 miles south-west), Alton (13 miles north-west), Waterlooville (13 miles south-west), Petersfield (6 miles west) and Purbrook (14 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Midhurst Museum (2.9 miles east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (2.9 miles east). The countryside around Chithurst includes Wheeler's Down and Iping and Stedham Commons.
- Local pubs include The Keeper's Arms Public House (0.6 miles south-west)
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff