Hampshire · England
Paella party catering in Frogham, Hampshire
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events makes the food a highlight of your party in Frogham.
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Big family gatherings
- Summer garden parties
Book paella party catering in Frogham
A closer look at the menu
Churros
All ages love churros.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels, for the fish lovers.
About our paella party catering in Frogham
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the party menu is complete. For milestone birthdays and neighbourhood celebrations, we will put together a menu of vegetable paella, churros and chicken and chorizo paella and more.
Country parties near Frogham suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. You will know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Plan seats for most guests
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Have bins ready
We’re set up before guests arrive, so the cooking is under way as people arrive.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
Planning a party in Frogham
Frogham is in Hampshire. Wherever your party is in the SP6 area, we can cook for your guests. Frogham is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Frogham to Southampton (about 16 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Breamore House (4 miles north). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. The New Forest National Park is within about 7 miles of Frogham, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Paella party catering in SP6 is planned around your venue and timings. Local streets include Blissford Hill, Abbots Well Road and Frogham Hill; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. We also cook at parties in Blissford (1 mile north), Hyde (1 mile south-west), Hungerford (1 mile south-west), Stuckton (1 mile west) and North Gorley (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Totton (11 miles east), Lymington (14 miles south-east), Romsey (13 miles north-east), New Milton (12 miles south), Ringwood (5 miles south) and Barton on Sea (13 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Fordingbridge Doll Museum (1.6 miles north-west) and Godshill Castle Hill (2 miles north). Open spaces near Frogham include Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
- Schools near Frogham include The Burgate School and Sixth Form (2 miles north-west)
Is live paella right for your party?
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book with us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Real theatre, not just catering
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
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Perfect for your party in Frogham
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Family get-togethers
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Baby celebrations
- Leaving dos and retirements
After a christening at a church like Church of the Holy Ascension, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is included
- When payment is due
- When final numbers are due
- Allergen information for each dish
Planning the cooking area
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Frogham
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
How it works
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks. A summer party in Frogham stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:10pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
How to get a price
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.
Planning help
Frogham: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of the Holy Ascension?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Do you come out to small places like Frogham?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Will the neighbours notice?
Paella is cooked over gas, so there is cooking steam and smell but little smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know and we’ll add it to the quote.
Do you cover Frogham?
Yes, we do. Frogham is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
For event organisers in Frogham
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
- 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