Portsmouth · England
Paella party catering in Paulsgrove, Portsmouth
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Paulsgrove and Portsmouth, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Baby celebrations
- Summer garden parties
Planning an event in Paulsgrove?
Paella party catering for your party in Paulsgrove
You get to enjoy your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. We take care of the food. For garden parties and summer barbecues and street and neighbourhood parties, we can cook mixed paella, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella.
In a place like Paulsgrove, a garden party is usually the easiest option. Tell us about access and parking, and we will bring everything else. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Area
- Paulsgrove (PO6)
- County
- Portsmouth
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
The process
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is served at its best. For a late-May party in Paulsgrove, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- 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 is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
Planning paella party catering in Paulsgrove? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
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Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Let the neighbours know
- Have bins ready
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep hunger at bay.
Is live paella right for your party?
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And there’s no host stuck at the grill. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Paulsgrove
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
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.
Who books paella party catering in Paulsgrove?
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it is a talking point.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Paulsgrove book us for occasions like:
- Big birthdays
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Christenings and naming days
Thinking of a party in Alexandra Park? Cooking in a public park usually needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first.
Comparing caterers
- How long the team stays
- How late numbers can change
- A clear list of what’s included
- Travel and parking costs
Common questions in Paulsgrove
Can you cook near the sea around Paulsgrove?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Is Paulsgrove close to London?
About 62 miles from central London.
Can you do sangria?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
What does paella party catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we’ll reply with a price.
Do you come to Paulsgrove?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Paulsgrove. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
About the dishes
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives while the paella cooks.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties, though it isn’t traditional in Valencia.
Prices and what affects them
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Travel, parking and access
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The number of people
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Which courses you have in mind
- Roughly how many adults and children
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Paulsgrove parties: what to know
Paulsgrove is about 3 miles north of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. For paella party catering in Paulsgrove, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Paulsgrove is one of 19 places in Portsmouth we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 14 miles away.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as St Michael and All Angels, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. For guests coming by train, Cosham station is about 1.2 miles away. The coast is within about 5 miles, so seafood paella often features, and we always plan for wind.
Paella party catering in PO6 is planned around your venue and your guests. That could mean a party in a garden on Bourne Road, Ludlow Road and Farmlea Road or the roads around them. Paulsgrove sits on or near the M27 and A27, so getting the burners and pans to your party is simple. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Wymering (1 mile east), Cosham (1 mile east), Hilsea (2 miles south-east), Widley (2 miles east) and Purbrook Heath (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Portsmouth (3 miles south), Southsea (5 miles south), Milton (4 miles south), Landport (3 miles south), Baffins (3 miles south-east) and Portsea (4 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Queen Alexandra Hospital (1.1 miles east) and World War I Remembrance Centre (2.2 miles south-east). Not far away are Southmoor Nature Reserve and Portsdown Hill.
- Schools near Paulsgrove include Castle View Academy (0.7 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Sir Alec Rose pub (0.6 miles south)
For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
- 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