Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Criddlestyle
Love Paella cooks paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Criddlestyle and Hampshire, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Summer garden parties
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Naming days and christenings
Paella party catering in Criddlestyle
Paella party catering in Criddlestyle, cooked live
Nothing gets a party going like the smell of paella cooking. People drift over with a drink to watch it cook. For engagement and anniversary parties and wakes and celebrations of life, we will put together a menu of vegetable paella, seafood paella and tapas and more.
Near Criddlestyle, parties are often in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
Planning the cooking area
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Send a picture of the garden so we can check
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
More for events in Criddlestyle
Criddlestyle parties: what to know
Criddlestyle is in Hampshire. Across the SP6 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. We cover 683 places across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 16 miles away.
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as St Giles, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Criddlestyle is within about 8 miles of the New Forest National Park, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Paella party catering in SP6 is planned around your venue and timings. Other places close to Criddlestyle for paella party catering include Sandy Balls (1 mile north-east), Stuckton (1 mile south), Horseport (1 mile west), Blissford (1 mile south-east) and Godshill (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Totton (12 miles east), Lymington (15 miles south-east), Romsey (13 miles east), New Milton (13 miles south), Ringwood (6 miles south) and Barton on Sea (14 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Godshill Castle Hill (1.2 miles north) and Fordingbridge Doll Museum (0.8 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Blashford Lakes and Linbrook Lake.
- Local schools include Fordingbridge Infant School (1.1 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The George Inn (0.9 miles west)
The process
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it is served hot from the pan when you are ready to eat. Sunset in Criddlestyle is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Ask for a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Criddlestyle, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Dishes our guests love
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser.
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
Paella compared with other options
Hog roasts do not suit vegetarians and vegans. Paella covers everyone with separate pans. Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Drinks service on request
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- A clear, itemised quote
Read Our prices page And The cost guide.
How we price paella party catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Guest numbers
- How many staff you need
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The paellas you choose
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The date and rough timings
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Events we cater in Criddlestyle
Any occasion works, from christenings to retirements.
In Criddlestyle and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Family get-togethers
- Big birthdays
Historic houses near Criddlestyle include Breamore House (3 miles north). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether VAT is included
- The wet-weather plan
For event organisers in Criddlestyle
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Criddlestyle questions
Do you come out to small places like Criddlestyle?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you cater in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it is worth asking.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Plan seats for most guests
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
When you’re ready to eat, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
- 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