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Paella party catering in East Boldre, Hampshire
Planning paella party catering in East Boldre? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Family get-togethers
- Baby celebrations
Planning an event in East Boldre?
Paella party catering in East Boldre, cooked live
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in the garden or venue and cook as your guests chat. We are frequently asked to cater garden get-togethers and street and neighbourhood parties, serving vegetable paella, churros and chicken and chorizo paella.
In a small place like East Boldre, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll plan the set-up. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Party venues around East Boldre
East Boldre is about 5 miles north-east of Lymington, in Hampshire. For paella party catering in East Boldre, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. East Boldre is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cook. Our events stretch from East Boldre to Southampton (about 8 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, Beaulieu Road station is about 3.8 miles away. Historic houses near East Boldre include Beaulieu Palace House (1.3 miles north-east). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. The New Forest National Park is within about 2 miles of East Boldre, so many gardens around here have a great outlook. Near the coast, within about 5 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
Wherever your party is in SO42, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Sweyns Lease, Chapel Lane and Warton Close, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Other places close to East Boldre for paella party catering include Furzey Lodge (1 mile north), Beaulieu (1 mile north-east), Bailey's Hard (1 mile east), The Hummicks (2 miles east) and Dibden Purlieu (4 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (14 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north-east), Fareham (12 miles east), Totton (8 miles north), Chandler's Ford (13 miles north) and Hedge End (11 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Lymington New Forest Hospital (4.1 miles south-west) and Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (1.4 miles north-east). Open spaces near East Boldre include Boldre Foreshore.
- Local pubs include Turfcutters Arms (under half a mile south)
Nearby places to East Boldre
Other catering in East Boldre
Events we cater in East Boldre
It works for all ages and diets, from children to grandparents.
Whatever you are celebrating in East Boldre, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Big family gatherings
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Paul, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Comparing caterers
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Allergen information for each dish
Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Plan seats for most guests
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Give separate numbers for children
When you are ready to eat, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
DIY paella versus live catering
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Where we can cook in East Boldre
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we offer
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
Working with your venue
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Organising a club, school or community event in East Boldre? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Dishes our guests love
Seafood paella
Seafood paella typically gets the photos.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who don’t eat seafood.
The process
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you’re free to enjoy your party. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. For a late-May party in East Boldre, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:25pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Is live paella right for your party?
Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- Drinks service on request
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
FAQs for East Boldre
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.
Do you come out to small places like East Boldre?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will talk it through before the day.
Can you cater a party at a village hall?
Yes, if there is a suitable outdoor or ventilated spot to cook. Ask the venue about live cooking.
Do you cater for children?
Paella is popular with children, especially a mild chicken one. Let us know numbers and ages.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
- 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