Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Fullerton
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Fullerton.
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Christenings and naming days
- Garden get-togethers
Paella party catering in Fullerton
Planning the cooking area
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
How our paella party catering works in Fullerton
A paella party takes the cooking off your hands without turning the day into a formal dinner. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. On the menu are tapas, mixed paella and churros, and typical bookings are for big birthdays and naming days and christenings.
Near Fullerton, parties are often in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
Fullerton questions
Could we have live paella in Longstock Park?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
How far is Fullerton from London?
About 64 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Can you supply crockery?
If you need them. Proper crockery or good-quality disposables can be added.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
What does paella party catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
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What paella party catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Waiting and bar staff
- The paellas you choose
- Whether you need crockery
- Parking and unloading
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Anything your venue supplies
- Roughly how many adults and children
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Fullerton? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
How the day works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. A summer party in Fullerton 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.
- First, we check the 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.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your party in Fullerton, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Hosting a paella party in Fullerton
Fullerton is about 4 miles south of Andover, in Hampshire. For paella party catering in Fullerton, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cook in 683 places in Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 16 miles away.
Parks such as Longstock Park usually need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Nicholas, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
We cook at parties all over the SP11 postcode area and the streets around it. Other places close to Fullerton for paella party catering include Cottonworth (1 mile north-east), Chilbolton (1 mile east), Leckford (1 mile south), Wherwell (1 mile north-east) and Wherwell Wood (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (9 miles south-east), Eastleigh (14 miles south), Andover (4 miles north), Chandler's Ford (12 miles south), Romsey (11 miles south) and Hyde (9 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.6 miles north). Not far away are Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
Events we cater in Fullerton
Any occasion works, from christenings to retirements.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Fullerton and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Baby celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Andover station, about 4.3 miles north.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for each dish
- How late numbers can change
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether travel is included
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Hog roasts don’t suit vegetarians and vegans. Paella covers everyone with separate pans. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Fast service from the pan
- Catering across Hampshire, including Fullerton
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Take a look at Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
About the dishes
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties, though it isn’t traditional in Valencia.
- 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