Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering in East Cholderton
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in East Cholderton.
- Garden get-togethers
- Celebrations of life
- Baby celebrations
Paella party catering near East Cholderton
Hosting a paella party in East Cholderton
East Cholderton is about 4 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Parties in East Cholderton are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. East Cholderton is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our events stretch from East Cholderton to Southampton (about 21 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Grateley station, about 3.2 miles south-west.
We cook at parties all over the SP11 postcode area and the streets around it. For parties just outside East Cholderton, we cover Mullenspond (1 mile north), Thruxton (1 mile north-west), Fyfield (1 mile north), Weyhill (1 mile north-east) and Red Post Bridge (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (15 miles south-east), Andover (4 miles east), Romsey (15 miles south), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles north-west) and Weeke (14 miles south-east).
A little further out are Ludgershall Castle (4.2 miles north-west) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.5 miles east). Not far away are Anton Lakes and Quarley Hill.
- Local pubs include White Horse Inn (within half a mile north-west)
Paella party catering in East Cholderton, made fresh on the day
Nothing gets a party going like the smell of paella cooking. Guests gather round, glass in hand, to watch. Popular choices include vegetable paella, churros and tapas, and typical bookings are for garden parties and summer barbecues and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers.
A country party near East Cholderton is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Planning the cooking area
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
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Tapas
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
What happens on the day
When we arrive, 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 East Cholderton, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:25pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
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Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Let the neighbours know
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
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East Cholderton: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for East Cholderton?
The closest is Grateley station, roughly 3.2 miles away.
Is East Cholderton close to London?
About 67 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
What space do you need to cook?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
What affects the price in East Cholderton
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Whether you need crockery
- How many staff you need
- How many guests are eating
- Distance and access to the venue
Larger events usually cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
Send us the date, your venue or SP11 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Why choose paella party catering in East Cholderton?
It is the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We often cook for:
- Summer garden parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Baby celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
After a christening at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Questions to ask before booking
- When payment is due
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
About the dishes
Churros
All ages love churros.
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is often the showpiece.
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Organising a club, school or community event in East Cholderton? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
- 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