Hampshire · England
Paella party catering in Lowford, Hampshire
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Lowford.
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Big birthdays
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Planning an event in Lowford?
Live paella or other catering?
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. Book us and you are free to enjoy it. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
About our paella party catering in Lowford
The smell of paella cooking is the best party invitation. People drift over with a drink to watch it cook. For big family gatherings and wakes and celebrations of life, we can cook mixed paella, tapas and chicken and chorizo paella for your guests.
Parties around Lowford are frequently relaxed, garden-and-gazebo affairs. Live paella fits right in. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Places near Lowford
Also in Lowford
Party venues around Lowford
Lowford is about 2 miles south-west of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Whether your party is in the middle of Lowford or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Lowford is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover.
If guests are coming by rail, Bursledon station is about 0.9 miles away. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as St Paul’s Church, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. The New Forest National Park is within about 8 miles of Lowford, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop. Near the coast, within about 3 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice, with shelter from the breeze planned in.
Wherever your party is in SO31, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater a party on streets such as Hamble Lane, St George Close and Woolwich Close or the roads around them. Other places close to Lowford for paella party catering include Old Netley (1 mile south-west), Bursledon (1 mile south-east), Butlocks Heath (1 mile south-west), Hound (1 mile south-west) and Netley (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (12 miles north), Gosport (10 miles south-east), Havant (15 miles east), Eastleigh (5 miles north), Fareham (6 miles south-east) and Horndean (14 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Coldeast (2.3 miles south-east) and Netley Castle (1.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Netley Common.
- Nearby schools include Oasis Academy Mayfield (1.1 miles west) and Grove Park Business and Enterprise College (1.1 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Linden Tree pub (within half a mile south-east)
How it works
On the day, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event. For a late-May party in Lowford, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it is about 9:25pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate, a sweet finish.
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought.
Occasions we cook for in Lowford
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Birthday parties
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Historic houses near Lowford include Medieval Merchant's House (3.7 miles west) and Southampton Tudor House and Garden (3.7 miles west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- How long the team stays
- What happens if it rains
- The deposit and payment dates
Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
If you are 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 keeps things simple.
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Have bins ready
- Plan seats for most guests
At food time, we serve straight from the pan.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
Lowford: your questions answered
What about events near the coast?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Could we have live paella in Westwood Woodland Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Often, yes. We need somewhere outside or well ventilated to cook, and the venue’s permission.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
Should I cook it myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
How we price paella party catering
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- The number of people
- Parking and unloading
- Whether you need crockery
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
- 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