Hampshire · England
Paella party catering in Liss, Hampshire
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Liss and across Hampshire.
- Retirement celebrations
- Celebrations of life
- Summer garden parties
Paella party catering in Liss
Paella party catering for your party in Liss
Birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer get-togethers all suit live paella. The cooking is the centrepiece, and everyone gets a hot, generous plate. We cook mixed paella, tapas and chicken and chorizo paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater street and neighbourhood parties and wakes and memorial gatherings.
In a place like Liss, a garden party is generally the easiest option. Let us know how we can get to the garden, and we will bring everything else. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
Diets, allergies and planning
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
Places near Liss
More for events in Liss
Where we can cook in Liss
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Liss
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
For event organisers in Liss
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Live paella or other catering?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella is hard to beat. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Liss hosts choose us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Take a look at Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
Your questions about paella party catering in Liss
What’s the nearest station to Liss for guests?
Liss station, in Liss itself.
Is Liss close to London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Generally, yes, if there’s a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send a photo and we’ll check.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
How long do you need on site?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Can you do a kids’ option?
Paella is popular with children, especially a mild chicken one. Let us know numbers and ages.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
What paella party catering costs
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- How many staff you need
- Your choice of paellas
- Distance and access to the venue
- The length of service
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Expected numbers
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your party in Liss, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Dishes our guests love
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties, though it isn’t traditional in Valencia.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Liss parties: what to know
Liss is about 3 miles north-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. For a party in Liss, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Liss. Liss is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 20 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Liss station is in Liss itself. Liss is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cook at parties all over GU33 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Station Road, Shotterfield Terrace and Greenfields, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Other places close to Liss for paella party catering include West Liss (1 mile south-west), The Mint (1 mile north-east), Liss Forest (1 mile north), Hill Brow (1 mile south-east) and Durford Wood (1 mile south). Further out, we also cater in Havant (13 miles south), Horndean (11 miles south-west), Aldershot (15 miles north), Alton (8 miles north-west), Waterlooville (13 miles south-west) and Petersfield (3 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Petersfield Community Hospital (3.6 miles south-west) and Bear Museum (3.5 miles south-west). Not far away are Liss Riverside Railway Walk South and Wheatham Hill.
- Pubs nearby include Whistle Stop pub (within half a mile south-west)
The process
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. At midsummer, it’s light in Liss until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, 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
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
- 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