Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Highbridge
Treat your guests to live paella at your party in Highbridge. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Retirement celebrations
- Big birthdays
Paella party catering in Highbridge
Paella party catering in Highbridge, cooked live
It’s easy to cater for a mix of guests: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood pan and a vegetable or vegan pan side by side. A plain chicken paella keeps children happy. We’re frequently asked to cater retirement and leaving parties and family get-togethers, with vegetable paella, churros and mixed paella.
Near Highbridge, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll handle the rest. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
Dishes our guests love
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
The process
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. A summer party in Highbridge stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- It is served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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Party venues around Highbridge
Highbridge is about 2 miles north of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. Whether your party is in the middle of Highbridge or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Highbridge is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. We cook right across the region, from Highbridge to Southampton (6 miles away).
After a christening at a church like St Mary's Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. If guests are coming by rail, Eastleigh station is about 1.7 miles away.
Anywhere in SO50, we can cook for your guests. From Wardle Road and Highbridge Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Nearby, we also cater parties in Lord's Wood (1 mile south-east), Brambridge (1 mile north-east), Colden Common (1 mile north-east), Nob's Crook (1 mile east) and Allbrook (1 mile west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Winchester (5 miles north), Gosport (15 miles south-east), Fareham (11 miles south-east), Horndean (15 miles east), Totton (9 miles south-west) and Hedge End (5 miles south).
A little further out are Eastleigh Museum (1.8 miles south-west) and Moorgreen Hospital (4.3 miles south). Not far away are Shawford Down and Twyford Down.
- Schools near Highbridge include Thornden School (1.3 miles west) and Thornden School (1.4 miles west)
Working with your venue
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Planning the cooking area
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
Nearby places to Highbridge
Other catering in Highbridge
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Have bins ready
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
- Let the neighbours know
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
We’re set up before guests arrive, so the cooking is under way as people arrive.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
Highbridge: your questions answered
Is Highbridge too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Highbridge for guests?
Eastleigh station, about 1.7 miles south-west of the centre.
How far in advance should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends, which fill up first. Check your date with us.
What does paella party catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Do you cater for children?
Paella is popular with children, particularly a simple chicken pan. Let us know numbers and ages.
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.
Will there be enough food?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Paella compared with other options
DIY catering saves money but costs you time. Book us and you’re free to enjoy it. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why choose Love Paella in Highbridge
- Fast service from the pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Occasions we cook for in Highbridge
Any occasion works, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Family get-togethers
- Birthday parties
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Retirement and leaving parties
Historic houses near Highbridge include South Stoneham House (4.2 miles south-west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Comparing caterers
- What happens if it rains
- Payment terms and deposit
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Who provides the crockery
- 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