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Paella party catering in Newtown, Hampshire
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Newtown: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Summer garden parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
Paella party catering in Newtown
What we need at the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Newtown
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
About our paella party catering in Newtown
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. Typical bookings include big birthdays and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, with seafood paella, mixed paella and vegetable paella.
Near Newtown, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we will plan the set-up. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Newtown: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for Newtown?
Portchester station, about 4.4 miles south of the centre.
How far is Newtown from London?
About 60 miles from central London.
Should we have more than one paella?
Most events have two or three: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will help you decide the split.
How far in advance should we book?
The sooner the better, but it is always worth asking. We’ll check availability straight away.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Why choose paella party catering in Newtown?
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Christenings and naming days
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Celebrations of life
- Retirement celebrations
After a christening at a church like Church of the Holy Trinity, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What your quote should include
- How each diet is kept separate
- The venue requirements
- Whether travel is included
- If the price includes VAT
Live paella or other catering?
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why book with us
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Take a look at Our prices page And The cost guide.
Hosting a paella party in Newtown
Newtown is about 5 miles north-west of Waterlooville, in Hampshire. From the centre of Newtown to the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook in all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. Our events stretch from Newtown to Southampton (11 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Portchester station, about 4.4 miles south.
Paella party catering in PO17 is planned around your venue. Your party could be at a home on Church Road, Hundred Acres Road and Ingoldfield Lane or the roads around them. Other places close to Newtown for paella party catering include Southend (1 mile north-east), Soberton Heath (1 mile north), Hoe Gate (1 mile east), Hipley (1 mile south-east) and Woodend (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (13 miles north-west), Gosport (8 miles south), Havant (7 miles south-east), Eastleigh (10 miles west), Fareham (5 miles south-west) and Horndean (5 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Knowle Hospital (3.8 miles south-west). Not far away are St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Bold Forester Public House (1 mile north-west)
Places near Newtown
Other catering in Newtown
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Count adults and children separately
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Have enough chairs for most guests
When you are ready to eat, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
How it works
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. A summer party in Newtown stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:10pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Related guides
A closer look at the menu
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well.
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going.
- 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