Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Hipley
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Hipley.
- Garden get-togethers
- Naming days and christenings
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
Paella party catering near Hipley
Who books paella party catering in Hipley?
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Milestone birthdays
- Street and neighbourhood parties
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Portchester station, about 3.6 miles south.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- The deadline for final numbers
- Who provides the crockery
- How bad weather is handled
Paella party catering in Hipley, cooked live
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. For family reunions and anniversaries and engagement parties, we will put together a menu of mixed paella, seafood paella and chicken and chorizo paella and more.
Country parties near Hipley suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
FAQs for Hipley
How far is Hipley from London?
About 61 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
We are having a ceremony at Church of the Holy Trinity: 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. Send us the reception address.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
How early should we book?
Early is best, but ask even if it is soon. We’ll check availability right away.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
The menu, dish by dish
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going while they watch the pans.
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Organising a club, school or community event in Hipley? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
How we price paella party catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Parking and unloading
- The paellas you choose
- How many staff you need
- How long we’re needed on site
Larger events normally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A picture of the space, if you can
- The courses you’d like
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
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Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Give separate numbers for children
- Plan where rubbish goes
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll help serve and clear so you can relax.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Party venues around Hipley
Hipley is about 4 miles west of Waterlooville, in Hampshire. We bring paella party catering to gardens, halls and venues around Hipley. We cater in 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 12 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of the Holy Trinity, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
This part of Hampshire takes in PO7. For parties just outside Hipley, we cover Worlds End (1 mile east), Hoe Gate (1 mile north), Newtown (1 mile north-west), Southend (1 mile north) and Soberton Heath (2 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Winchester (14 miles north-west), Gosport (7 miles south), Havant (6 miles south-east), Eastleigh (11 miles north-west), Fareham (5 miles south-west) and Horndean (5 miles east).
A little further out are Queen Alexandra Hospital (4 miles south-east) and Portchester Castle (4.4 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Portsdown Hill and St Clair's Meadow.
What happens on the day
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. A summer party in Hipley stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the 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 arrive before your guests and set up.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Tapas
Why choose live paella in Hipley?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why us?
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- We cover Hipley and the whole of Hampshire
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Take a look at Our prices page Or Our guide to catering costs.
- 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