Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Lower Froyle
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Lower Froyle and the surrounding area.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Retirement and leaving parties
Book paella party catering in Lower Froyle
Party venues around Lower Froyle
Lower Froyle is about 4 miles north-east of Alton, in Hampshire. Wherever your party is in the GU34 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. Lower Froyle is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 15 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, Bentley (Hampshire) station is about 2 miles away.
Wherever your party is in GU34, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a party in a garden on Westburn Fields, Barnfield Close and Hussey's Lane. If your venue is just outside Lower Froyle, we also cover Froyle (1 mile south-west), Upper Froyle (1 mile south-west), Neatham (2 miles south-west), Holybourne (2 miles south-west) and Wyck (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (10 miles north-west), Farnborough (10 miles north-east), Fleet (7 miles north-east), Aldershot (8 miles north-east), Alton (4 miles south-west) and Petersfield (13 miles south).
A little further out are Barley Pound (2.8 miles north-east) and Alton Community Hospital (4.8 miles south-west). Not far away are Dogmersfield Lake and Holybourne Hill.
How our paella party catering works in Lower Froyle
Most gardens can host a paella party, as long as there is a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Send us a photo if you’re unsure. On the menu are vegetable paella, chicken and chorizo paella and churros, and typical bookings are for birthday parties and leaving dos and retirements.
A country party near Lower Froyle is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
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.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Space, weather and the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Menu ideas
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
Organising for someone else?
Venues frequently 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 will work to it.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Planning for every diet
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Give separate numbers for children
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Warn the neighbours
- Plan seats for most guests
After service, we pack down, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
Occasions we cook for in Lower Froyle
It works for all ages and diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Christenings and naming days
- Milestone birthdays
- Retirement celebrations
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary of the Assumption, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Questions to ask before you book
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Whether travel is included
- VAT, if it applies
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What paella party catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The paellas you choose
- The number of people
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Which courses you have in mind
- Anything your venue supplies
- Any dietary needs and allergies
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will put together a menu and price.
Your questions about paella party catering in Lower Froyle
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary of the Assumption?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is Lower Froyle too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
When should I book?
Early for summer weekends. Ask about your date.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Does it make plenty of smoke?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
Do you do starters?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
How much does paella party catering cost in Lower Froyle?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Is paella OK for kids?
Most children enjoy paella, particularly a simple chicken pan. Tell us how many and their ages.
Is live paella right for your party?
Hog roasts don’t suit vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why book with us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Take a look at Our pricing And The cost guide.
How it works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you are free to enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. For a late-May party in Lower Froyle, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use 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