Hampshire · England
Paella party catering in Newnham, Hampshire
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Newnham.
- Celebrations of life
- Garden get-togethers
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Paella party catering in Newnham
How our paella party catering works in Newnham
Live paella suits birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer parties. The pans become the focal point, and everyone gets a hot, generous plate. Typical bookings include christenings and naming days and street and neighbourhood parties, with vegetable paella, churros and seafood paella.
Country parties near Newnham suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it’s ready.
A closer look at the menu
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It is one of the most popular pans at parties, though it isn’t traditional in Valencia.
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Let the neighbours know
- Give separate numbers for children
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Plan seats for most guests
Children love watching the paella cook, from a safe distance.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
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.
What happens on the day
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. At midsummer, it is light in Newnham until about 9:25pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
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Organising for someone else?
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
More for events in Newnham
Occasions we cook for in Newnham
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Newnham, live paella can be the centrepiece. We frequently cook for:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Summer garden parties
- Celebrations of life
Historic houses near Newnham include The Vyne (4.6 miles west) and Stratfield Saye House (4.7 miles north). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each dish
- The deposit and payment dates
- What the price includes, item by item
- If the price includes VAT
Paella compared with other options
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We will send you a quote.
What you get with us
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Catering across Hampshire, including Newnham
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
FAQs for Newnham
How far is Newnham from London?
Roughly 41 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St. Nicholas?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
Will the neighbours notice?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell. Let the neighbours know.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Who clears up?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Can you cater at a hired venue?
Typically, if there is outdoor space to cook. Ask the venue about live cooking.
Newnham parties: what to know
Newnham is about 5 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. For a party in Newnham, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Newnham is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Newnham to Reading (12 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Hook station, about 1.2 miles east. After a christening at a church like Church of St. Nicholas, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Anywhere in RG27, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater a party on streets such as Tylney Lane, Newnham Lane and Ridge Lane or the roads around them. Close by, we cover parties in Nately Scures (1 mile south), Hook Common (1 mile south-east), Up Nately (1 mile south), Hook (1 mile east) and Warnborough Green (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (5 miles west), Farnborough (10 miles east), Fleet (7 miles east), Aldershot (10 miles east), Alton (9 miles south) and Yateley (8 miles north-east).
A little further out are Odiham Castle (1.9 miles south-east) and Basing House (2.8 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Dogmersfield Lake and Tundry Hill.
What paella party catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- How long we’re needed on site
- Guest numbers
- Distance and access to the venue
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where we’d cook
Send us the date, your venue or RG27 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, use our quote form.
- 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