Hampshire · England
Paella party catering in Littleton, Hampshire
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Littleton and Hampshire, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Baby celebrations
Paella party catering in Littleton
How our paella party catering works in Littleton
You get to enjoy your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. The food is our job. Typical bookings include baby celebrations and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, serving vegetable paella, seafood paella and mixed paella.
A country party near Littleton is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
Dishes our guests love
Seafood paella
Seafood paella normally gets the photos, and is best served with lemon.
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
DIY paella versus live catering
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. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Paella compared with other options
DIY catering saves money but costs you time. With live paella, you are a guest too. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why book with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- A clear, itemised quote
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
What paella party catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Your choice of paellas
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Whether you need crockery
- Waiting and bar staff
Larger events usually 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
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Roughly how many adults and children
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Which courses you have in mind
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Step by step
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. Sunset in Littleton is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Send us the date, the address, numbers and diets.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote.
- On the day, we set up and get cooking.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
For event organisers in Littleton
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Why choose paella party catering in Littleton?
It works whatever the occasion, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Summer garden parties
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Big birthdays
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Winchester station, about 1.9 miles south-east.
What to look for in a quote
- The wet-weather plan
- Who provides the crockery
- Allergen information for each dish
- How late numbers can change
Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Tell us how many children are coming
After service, we pack down, so the party carries on.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
Littleton questions
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Catherine?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
How far is Littleton from London?
Roughly 61 miles from the centre of London.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
How many paellas should we have?
Normally two or three, so every guest has a choice. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, Hampshire included. See all areas.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Most gardens are fine. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. A picture helps.
How early should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends, which fill up first. Check your date with us.
Do you do desserts?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Planning a party in Littleton
Littleton is about 2 miles north-west of Winchester, in Hampshire. We cook at parties in gardens, halls and venues around Littleton and the surrounding area. Littleton is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 12 miles away.
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Catherine, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO22. Streets in the area include Rutledge Drive, Fyfield Way and Hilden Way, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Other places close to Littleton for paella party catering include Harestock (1 mile south-east), Weeke (1 mile south-east), Sparsholt (1 mile south-west), Westley (2 miles west) and Abbotts Barton (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Eastleigh (8 miles south), Andover (10 miles north-west), Totton (13 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (7 miles south), Hedge End (12 miles south) and Romsey (9 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Observer Corps Museum (1.8 miles south-east) and Royal Hampshire County Hospital (1.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Littleton include Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
- Nearby schools include Henry Beaufort School (0.9 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Running Horse pub (within half a mile north-west)
Towns and villages near Littleton
More for events in Littleton
- 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