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Paella party catering in Lee, Hampshire
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Lee.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Birthday parties
- Summer garden parties
Paella party catering near Lee
How our paella party catering works in Lee
The smell of paella cooking is the best party invitation. Guests gather round, glass in hand, to watch. On the menu are chicken and chorizo paella, churros and mixed paella, and we are often booked for summer garden parties and family get-togethers.
A country party near Lee is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan.
Paella compared with other options
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why book with us
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- We cover Lee and the whole of Hampshire
Read Our prices page And The cost guide.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Count adults and children separately
We’re set up before guests arrive.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
Party venues around Lee
Lee is about 2 miles south of Romsey, in Hampshire. Whether your party is in the middle of Lee or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Lee is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover.
If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near Lee can be an alternative, as long as there is outdoor space to cook. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Romsey station, about 2.4 miles north. The New Forest National Park is within about 8 miles of Lee, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop. Near the coast, within about 6 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice, with shelter from the breeze planned in.
We cook at parties all over SO51. From Lee Lane and Lee Church Lane or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. For parties just outside Lee, we cover Ashfield (1 mile east), Toothill (1 mile east), Upton (1 mile south-east), Nursling (1 mile south-east) and Rownhams (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (10 miles north-east), Eastleigh (6 miles east), Fareham (15 miles south-east), Totton (3 miles south), Chandler's Ford (5 miles north-east) and Hedge End (9 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Romsey Community Hospital (2.3 miles north) and King Johns House (2.3 miles north). Open spaces near Lee include Testwood Lakes.
- Local facilities include Romsey Extra (1.5 miles north-west)
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Dishes our guests love
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well, and meat eaters often try it too.
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is often the showpiece, and is best served with lemon.
What happens on the day
A typical event goes like this: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. Sunset in Lee is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Share the running order, including any speeches
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
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What we need at the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Lee
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Mixed paella
Lee: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for Lee?
The closest is Romsey station, roughly 2.4 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Lee?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you do desserts?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Do you take everything away?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
How far in advance should we book?
Early is best, but ask even if it’s soon. We’ll check availability right away.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
On request. Crockery or disposables are available.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Occasions we cook for in Lee
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Big birthdays
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Baby celebrations
After a christening at a church like Church of St Boniface, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Questions to ask before booking
- The deposit and payment dates
- A clear list of what’s included
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- VAT, if it applies
For planners, venues and organisers
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Other catering in Lee
- 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