Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Over Wallop
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Over Wallop.
- Milestone birthdays
- Garden get-togethers
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Planning an event in Over Wallop?
Your questions about paella party catering in Over Wallop
Is Over Wallop too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Over Wallop for guests?
Grateley station, about 2 miles north-west of the centre.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is generally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.
Can you supply crockery?
If you need them. Crockery or disposables are available.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Paella party catering in Over Wallop, made fresh on the day
We cater parties at homes, village halls with outdoor space, clubs and hired venues. Typical bookings include leaving dos and retirements and naming days and christenings, with seafood paella, chicken and chorizo paella and mixed paella.
A country party near Over Wallop is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
Step by step
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s still served fresh. Sunset in Over Wallop is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
How to get a price
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: give us the basics about your party, and we will suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
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Should I cook it myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. 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 enjoy the party, let us cook.
What paella party catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- How long we are needed on site
- Guest numbers
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Parking and unloading
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The date and rough timings
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Where the event is
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Parties in Over Wallop: gardens, venues and local tips
Over Wallop is about 7 miles south-west of Andover, in Hampshire. We cater parties at homes, gardens and venues in Over Wallop and nearby villages. Over Wallop is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cook. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 18 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Grateley station, about 2 miles north-west.
For paella party catering in SO20, we plan around your venue. Whether your party is on Station Road, King Lane and King Lane Cottages or a nearby road, we can cook there. For parties just outside Over Wallop, we cover Middle Wallop (1 mile south-east), Kentsboro (2 miles north-east), Nether Wallop (2 miles south-east), Fox (3 miles north) and Amport (4 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Winchester (13 miles south-east), Andover (7 miles north-east), Chandler's Ford (14 miles south-east), Romsey (12 miles south-east), Hyde (13 miles south-east) and Tidworth (7 miles north-west).
Open spaces near Over Wallop include Winterbourne Downs RSPB reserve and Quarley Hill.
- Local pubs include The White Hart Inn (under half a mile south-west)
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Over Wallop? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Dishes our guests love
Churros
All ages love churros.
Seafood paella
Seafood paella usually gets the photos, and is best served with lemon.
Who books paella party catering in Over Wallop?
It suits mixed ages and mixed diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Over Wallop and Hampshire:
- Big birthdays
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Peter, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for each dish
- Payment terms and deposit
- Travel and parking costs
- What the caterer needs from your venue
Space, weather and the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Let the neighbours know
- Give separate numbers for children
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
Booked staff help serve and clear.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Towns and villages near Over Wallop
More for events in Over Wallop
- 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