Hampshire · England
Paella party catering in Lower Green, Hampshire
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Lower Green and across Hampshire.
- Naming days and christenings
- Garden get-togethers
- Family reunions
Live paella party catering in Lower Green
Paella party catering in Lower Green, cooked live
Paella is made for relaxed parties: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. We’re frequently asked to cater summer garden parties and naming days and christenings, with chicken and chorizo paella, vegetable paella and tapas.
Country parties near Lower Green suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Organising for someone else?
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Party venues around Lower Green
Lower Green is about 4 miles north of Petersfield, in Hampshire. We cook at parties in homes, gardens and venues in Lower Green and nearby villages. Lower Green is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 20 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Liss station, about 2.3 miles south-east. The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles of Lower Green, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in GU33, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Nearby, we also cater parties in Hawkley (1 mile south), Oakshott (1 mile south), Empshott (1 mile north-east), Steep Marsh (2 miles south) and Selborne (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Havant (14 miles south), Fleet (15 miles north), Horndean (11 miles south), Aldershot (15 miles north-east), Alton (6 miles north) and Waterlooville (13 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include The Romany Museum (2.3 miles north) and Petersfield Community Hospital (4.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Goleigh Hill and Liss Riverside Railway Walk North.
- Nearby, you will find Hawkley Inn (less than half a mile south)
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Waiting and bar staff
- Travel, parking and access
- Timings and hours
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
- The address or venue name
- The date and rough timings
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Lower Green, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Space, weather and the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
On the menu in Lower Green
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
Events we cater in Lower Green
It’s sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Lower Green book us for events such as:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Retirement celebrations
- Summer garden parties
- Family reunions
After a christening at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit and payment dates
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The wet-weather plan
- How late numbers can change
How the day works
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. A summer party in Lower Green stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- 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
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Let us know the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
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Questions from Lower Green
Can you cook at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you come out to small places like Lower Green?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it is cooked separately.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Let the neighbours know
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Count adults and children separately
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
Children love watching the paella cook.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Hog roasts don’t suit vegetarians and vegans. Paella covers everyone with separate pans. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Lower Green
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Drinks service on request
Take a look at Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Also near Lower Green
Also in Lower Green
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
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