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Paella Party Catering in Isington
Love Paella cooks paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Isington and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Big birthdays
Live paella party catering in Isington
About our paella party catering in Isington
Mixed groups are easy: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood pan and a vegetable or vegan pan side by side. A plain chicken paella keeps children happy. On the menu are churros, tapas and chicken and chorizo paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater milestone birthdays and naming days and christenings.
Country parties near Isington suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Who books paella party catering in Isington?
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Garden get-togethers
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Birthday parties
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of the Holy Cross, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What your quote should include
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Whether travel is included
- If the price includes VAT
- Who provides the crockery
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Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Warn the neighbours
- Have bins ready
When you are ready to eat, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Sangria sets the mood, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
What affects the price in Isington
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Guest numbers
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Distance and access to the venue
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The venue or postcode
- Anything your venue supplies
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Step by step
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. Sunset in Isington is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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Isington: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of the Holy Cross?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
What’s the nearest station to Isington for guests?
The closest is Bentley (Hampshire) station, roughly 0.8 miles away.
Does it make a lot of smoke?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. The smell is normally the best advert for the party.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
What about pudding?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
The menu, dish by dish
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
Working with your venue
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Hosting a paella party in Isington
Isington is about 4 miles north-east of Alton, in Hampshire. From the centre of Isington to the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 14 miles away.
Historic houses near Isington include Farnham Castle (4.6 miles north-east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Bentley (Hampshire) station, about 0.8 miles east. Isington is within about 8 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cover parties in every part of the GU34 postcode area. Close by, we cover parties in Binsted (1 mile south), Blacknest (1 mile east), Bentley (1 mile north-east), Bucks Horn Oak (2 miles east) and Frithend (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (11 miles north-west), Farnborough (10 miles north-east), Fleet (7 miles north), Aldershot (7 miles north-east), Alton (4 miles south-west) and Petersfield (12 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Chase Community Hospital (5 miles south) and Barley Pound (2.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Isington include Farnham Heath and Holybourne Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Star Inn (1 mile north-east)
- 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