Hampshire · England
Paella party catering in Locks Heath, Hampshire
Looking for paella party catering in Locks Heath? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Family reunions
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Celebrations of life
Planning an event in Locks Heath?
Paella party catering in Locks Heath, made fresh on the day
Paella is relaxed food: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, without any fuss. Whether it’s big birthdays and big family gatherings, we can cook chicken and chorizo paella, vegetable paella and tapas and more.
In a place like Locks Heath, a garden party is normally the easiest option. Tell us about access and parking, and we’ll bring everything else. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
About the dishes
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going while they watch the pans.
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock.
Planning the cooking area
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Tapas
The process
Here’s how the day generally runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and it’s served hot from the pan at the agreed time. A summer party in Locks Heath 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.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- It is served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Check the venue allows live cooking
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Nearby places to Locks Heath
Other catering in Locks Heath
Live paella or other catering?
Hog roasts don’t suit vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why book with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Take a look at Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
Events we cater in Locks Heath
It works for all ages and diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Locks Heath and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Milestone birthdays
- Retirement celebrations
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Garden get-togethers
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Swanwick station, about 0.9 miles north.
Comparing caterers
- What the price includes, item by item
- How long the team stays
- If the price includes VAT
- What the caterer needs from your venue
Planners, venues and businesses
Hosting a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
What paella party catering costs
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Distance and access to the venue
- Guest numbers
- The paellas you choose
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where the event is
- The date and rough timings
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Expected numbers
Send us the date, your venue or SO31 postcode and guest numbers, along with 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.
Parties in Locks Heath: gardens, venues and local tips
Locks Heath is about 3 miles west of Fareham, in Hampshire. Whether your party is in the middle of Locks Heath or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover 683 places across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 7 miles away.
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as St John, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. The coast is within about 2 miles, so seafood paella often features.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO31, PO14 and PO15, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Church Road, Lower Church Road and Laxton Close, and we can cook for a party on any of them. If your venue is just outside Locks Heath, we also cover Titchfield Common (1 mile south-east), Park Gate (1 mile north), Warsash (1 mile south-west), Sarisbury (1 mile north-west) and Segensworth (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (14 miles north), Gosport (6 miles south-east), Havant (12 miles east), Eastleigh (8 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles east) and Horndean (12 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include St Andrew's Castle (2.2 miles west) and Carron Row Farm Museum (1.6 miles east). Not far away are Holly Hill Woodland Park.
- Local schools include Brookfield Community School and Language College (0.6 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include Jolly Farmer Public House (0.7 miles south-west)
FAQs for Locks Heath
How far is Locks Heath from London?
Roughly 67 miles from the centre of London.
What’s the nearest station to Locks Heath for guests?
The closest is Swanwick station, roughly 0.9 miles away.
Do you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella goes down well with children. Tell us how many children are coming.
Can you do sangria?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Many gardens work. We need level ground, clearance and access. A picture helps.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Warn the neighbours
At food time, we serve straight from the pan.
Tapas to start keep guests happy.
- 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