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Paella party catering in Middleton, Hampshire
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Middleton and Hampshire, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Baby celebrations
Paella party catering near Middleton
Paella party catering in Middleton, made fresh on the day
Paella is relaxed food: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, without any fuss. Typical bookings include street and neighbourhood parties and retirement and leaving parties, serving mixed paella, seafood paella and vegetable paella.
Country parties near Middleton suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
Parties in Middleton: gardens, venues and local tips
Middleton is about 4 miles east of Andover, in Hampshire. From the centre of Middleton to the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Middleton is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 19 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, Whitchurch (Hampshire) station is about 3.7 miles away.
For paella party catering in SP11, we plan around your venue. We also cook at parties in Longparish (1 mile east), Barton Stacey (2 miles south-east), Egypt (3 miles south-east), Sutton Scotney (4 miles south-east) and Hunton (4 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (13 miles east), Winchester (10 miles south), Andover (4 miles west), Chandler's Ford (14 miles south), Romsey (14 miles south) and Tadley (15 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.8 miles west) and Finkley Down Farm Museum (3.4 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
- Pubs nearby include The Plough Inn (less than half a mile west)
About the dishes
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going.
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is frequently the showpiece, and is best served with lemon.
Nearby places to Middleton
Also in Middleton
Is live paella right for your party?
DIY catering saves money but costs you time. Book us and you are free to enjoy it. There is 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.
Why choose Love Paella in Middleton
- A clear, itemised quote
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at How we price Or The cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How long we’re needed on site
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Where the event is
- Your date and when you want to eat
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning for every diet
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Count adults and children separately
- Warn the neighbours
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
We arrive before your guests to set up, so the cooking is under way as people arrive.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
The process
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. For a late-May party in Middleton, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it is about 9:25pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve, then clear our area.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Leave space around the cooking area
Getting a price
Send us the date, your venue or SP11 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Middleton
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
Common questions in Middleton
How far is Middleton from London?
About 60 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you come out to small places like Middleton?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
What about pudding?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Is paella OK for kids?
Paella is popular with children, particularly a simple chicken pan. Let us know numbers and ages.
What do you need at the venue?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
For planners, venues and organisers
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
- 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