Isle of Wight · England
Paella Party Catering for Newport events
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Newport: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Christenings and naming days
- Family get-togethers
- Celebrations of life
Live paella party catering in Newport
How our paella party catering works in Newport
Paella is relaxed food: it’s served from the pan and shared, without any fuss. We cook seafood paella, churros and mixed paella, and we are regularly asked to cater milestone birthdays and family get-togethers.
Garden parties are a favourite in Newport, and a hall or club works if the garden does not. We just need a level spot to cook. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Where
- Newport (PO30)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
About the dishes
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels.
Common questions in Newport
We are having a ceremony at The Man in the Moon: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Can you cook in Seaclose Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Can you supply plates?
On request. Crockery or disposables are available.
What do you need at the venue?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a picture.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
Will the neighbours notice?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Where do you cater?
We cover London and the South East, the Isle of Wight included. See all areas.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
What paella party catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The number of people
- How long we’re needed on site
- Parking and unloading
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.
Details that help
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
What happens on the day
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 Newport stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:10pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Getting a price
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.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and planning
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Count adults and children separately
- Plan seats for most guests
- Let the neighbours know
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
Kids are fascinated by the huge pans, at a safe distance.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
Why choose paella party catering in Newport?
It works whatever the occasion, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
Whatever you are celebrating in Newport, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Naming days and christenings
- Big birthdays
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Family reunions
Parks such as Seaclose Park normally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier.
What to look for in a quote
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- How long the team stays
Live paella or other catering?
Ordering in is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Newport
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
For somewhere as remote as Newport, early notice helps us plan the trip.
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
More for events in Newport
Hosting a paella party in Newport
Newport is about 10 miles south-west of Gosport, in the Isle of Wight. Parties in Newport are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cater in 125 places in the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 16 miles away.
Historic houses near Newport include Carisbrooke Castle (1 mile south-west) and Gatcombe House (2.5 miles south). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. After a christening at a church like The Man in the Moon, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. The coast is within about 5 miles, so seafood paella frequently features.
This part of the Isle of Wight takes in PO30, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. We can cater a party on streets such as High Street, Red Fox Square and Drill Hall Road. Being close to the A3020 and A3054, Newport is easy for us to reach with everything for your party. Other places close to Newport for paella party catering include Shide (1 mile south-east), Blackwater (2 miles south), Downend (2 miles east), Merstone (3 miles south-east) and Rookley (3 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Ryde (6 miles east), Cowes (4 miles north), Sandown (7 miles south-east), Shanklin (7 miles south-east), Ventnor (8 miles south-east) and East Cowes (4 miles north). Newport is among the bigger towns we cover in the Isle of Wight, with plenty of venues for parties. For a party at a remote venue, tell us early so we can plan the journey.
A little further out are Carisbrooke Castle (1 mile south-west) and St Mary's Hospital (0.8 miles north). The countryside around Newport includes Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Mill Hill.
- Schools near Newport include Island Innovation VI Form Campus (under half a mile south-east) and Christ The King College (0.6 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include Castle Inn (less than half a mile north-east)
- 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