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Paella Party Catering in Hatch Warren
Planning paella party catering in Hatch Warren? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
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Paella party catering in Hatch Warren
Paella party catering in Hatch Warren, cooked live
Mixed groups are easy: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood pan and a vegetable or vegan pan side by side. Children usually love a simple chicken paella. Whether it’s big birthdays and anniversary celebrations, we can cook vegetable paella, chicken and chorizo paella and tapas for your guests.
For a party in Hatch Warren, your garden is often the best venue. Tell us about access and parking, and we will bring everything else. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Hosting a paella party in Hatch Warren
Hatch Warren is about 2 miles south of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. For paella party catering in Hatch Warren, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Hatch Warren is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. We cook right across the region, from Hatch Warren to Reading (16 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Basingstoke station, about 2.7 miles north-east.
For paella party catering in RG22 and RG25, we plan around your venue and your guests. Streets in the area include Cyprus Road, Danebury Road and Cliddesden Lane, and we can cook for a party on any of them. For parties just outside Hatch Warren, we cover Farleigh Wallop (1 mile south), Brighton Hill (1 mile north), Kempshott (1 mile north-west), South Ham (2 miles north) and Buckskin (2 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Winchester (15 miles south-west), Fleet (12 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (8 miles south-east), Yateley (14 miles north-east) and Tadley (8 miles north).
A little further out are Willis Museum (2.4 miles north-east) and Festival Place (2.6 miles north-east). Not far away are Farleigh Hill and Daneshill Park Woods.
- Local schools include Brighton Hill Community School (0.9 miles north) and Coppice Spring School (1.1 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include Jolly Farmer Public House (0.9 miles north-east)
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Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
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.
What affects the price in Hatch Warren
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Travel, parking and access
- How many guests are eating
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the event is
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Space, weather and the venue
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
Paella compared with other options
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And there’s no host stuck at the grill. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Drinks service on request
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Events in Hatch Warren and across Hampshire
Read How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Common questions in Hatch Warren
Is Hatch Warren close to London?
About 48 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
We’re having a ceremony at The Church Of Christ The King: can you cater afterwards?
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 usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Can you cook indoors?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Will the neighbours notice?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
How much does paella party catering cost in Hatch Warren?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Do you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella goes down well with children. Include children in your numbers.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
The process
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Sunset in Hatch Warren is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your party, and we will make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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What’s in the pans
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who do not eat seafood.
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Have bins ready
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Have enough chairs for most guests
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
- 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