Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering for Gundleton events
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Gundleton: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Baby celebrations
- Retirement celebrations
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Book paella party catering in Gundleton
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Menu ideas
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
How our paella party catering works in Gundleton
We cater parties at homes, village halls with outdoor space, clubs and hired venues in and around Gundleton. Typical bookings include milestone birthdays and summer garden parties, serving mixed paella, tapas and vegetable paella.
Near Gundleton, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the set-up. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
What’s in the pans
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser.
How it works
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Sunset in Gundleton is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Before we arrive
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
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How we price paella party catering
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- How many courses
- How many staff you need
- The number of people
- Travel, parking and access
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Where the event is
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Towns and villages near Gundleton
Also in Gundleton
Events we cater in Gundleton
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones, and there is little waste.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Garden get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
Nearby historic houses include Hinton Ampner House (4 miles south) and Bentworth Hall (4.5 miles north-east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Questions to ask before you book
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether travel is included
- When final numbers are due
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Gundleton questions
How far is Gundleton from London?
Roughly 52 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is Gundleton too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, including Hampshire. See all areas.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
If you need them. Crockery or disposables can be added.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why Gundleton hosts choose us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Give separate numbers for children
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Plan seats for most guests
Booked staff help serve and clear so you can relax.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
Hosting a paella party in Gundleton
Gundleton is about 7 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. Wherever your party is in the SO24 area, we can cook for your guests. We cook in all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. We cook right across the region, from Gundleton to Southampton (about 17 miles away).
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of All Saints, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
We cover parties in every part of the SO24 postcode area. From Goscombs Lane and Bighton Lane or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Bishop's Sutton (1 mile south-west), New Alresford (2 miles west), Bramdean (3 miles south), Hinton Ampner (4 miles south) and Cheriton (4 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (12 miles north), Winchester (9 miles west), Eastleigh (13 miles south-west), Horndean (14 miles south), Chandler's Ford (14 miles south-west) and Alton (7 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Barton Castle (2.9 miles north). The countryside around Gundleton includes Shutts Copse and Red Hill.
- Local pubs include Three Horseshoes Public House (0.7 miles north-west)
- 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