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Paella party catering in Colbury, Hampshire
Love Paella cooks paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Colbury and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Family reunions
Live paella party catering in Colbury
About our paella party catering in Colbury
Paella is made for relaxed parties: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. For street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers and family get-togethers, we can cook seafood paella, churros and vegetable paella and more.
Near Colbury, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the set-up. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras.
What paella party catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How many guests are eating
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The paellas you choose
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- What the venue already provides
- The courses you’d like
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A picture of the space, if you can
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Hosting a paella party in Colbury
Colbury is about 1 mile south of Totton, in Hampshire. Anywhere in SO40, we can cook for your guests. We cater in 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Ashurst New Forest station, about 1.2 miles south-west. After a christening at a church like Colbury Christ Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. The New Forest National Park is within about 4 miles of Colbury, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop. The coast is within about 5 miles, so seafood paella frequently features, with shelter from the breeze planned in.
For paella party catering in SO40, we plan around your venue. Close by, we cover parties in Ashurst (1 mile west), Lyndhurst (4 miles south-west), Emery Down (4 miles south-west), Balmerlawn (6 miles south-west) and Brockenhurst (6 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (14 miles north-east), Eastleigh (8 miles north-east), Fareham (14 miles east), Chandler's Ford (8 miles north-east), Hedge End (9 miles east) and Lymington (10 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Ashurst Hospital (1 mile south-west) and National Dairy Museum (under half a mile south). The countryside around Colbury includes Testwood Lakes.
- Nearby schools include Hounsdown School (0.7 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Forest Inn (less than half a mile south-west)
The menu, dish by dish
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It is one of the most popular pans at parties.
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Colbury
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
What happens on the day
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event. For a late-May party in Colbury, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:25pm. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- Send us the date, the address, numbers and diets.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- It is served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Colbury, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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FAQs for Colbury
Can you cook at venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
What’s the nearest station to Colbury for guests?
Ashurst New Forest station, about 1.2 miles south-west of the centre.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Can you cook in the rain?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will talk it through before the day.
How early should we book?
Early is best, but ask even if it’s soon. Send your date and we’ll check.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Will there be enough food?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
Also near Colbury
Other catering in Colbury
Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Plan seats for most guests
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Give separate numbers for children
When service is finished, we pack down quietly, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
Organising for someone else?
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Live paella or other catering?
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. Book us and you’re free to enjoy it. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We will send you a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Colbury
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
Occasions we cook for in Colbury
It works for all ages and diets, from children to grandparents.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Colbury book us for occasions like:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Garden get-togethers
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Historic houses near Colbury include Southampton Tudor House and Garden (4.3 miles east) and Medieval Merchant's House (4.4 miles east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
What your quote should include
- The wet-weather plan
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- 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