Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Portmore
Planning paella party catering in Portmore? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Celebrations of life
- Anniversary celebrations
- Family get-togethers
Planning an event in Portmore?
What we need at the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
About our paella party catering in Portmore
Live paella suits birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer parties. The cooking is the centrepiece, and the food is served hot and generous. Whether it is big birthdays and retirement and leaving parties, we can cook mixed paella, tapas and vegetable paella for your guests.
Country parties near Portmore suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Timings are planned around your event, whether that is speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
FAQs for Portmore
What about events near the coast?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
Do you cater in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Can you cook in the rain?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll make a plan B with you.
What does paella party catering cost?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Party venues around Portmore
Portmore is about 2 miles north-east of Lymington, in Hampshire. Anywhere in SO41, we can bring the pans to you. Portmore is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cook. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 11 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, Lymington Town station is about 1.1 miles away. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Saint Nicholas Chapel, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. The New Forest National Park is within about 4 miles of Portmore, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop. Near the coast, within about 2 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice.
We cook at parties all over SO41. Streets in the area include Warborne Lane, Jordans Lane and Main Road, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Warborne (1 mile west), Pilley (1 mile north-west), Bull Hill (1 mile north), Pilley Bailey (1 mile north) and Walhampton (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastleigh (15 miles north-east), Fareham (15 miles east), Totton (10 miles north), Hedge End (14 miles north-east), Romsey (15 miles north) and Hythe (8 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Lymington New Forest Hospital (1 mile south-west) and Yarmouth Castle (4.8 miles south). Not far away are Boldre Foreshore.
- Schools near Portmore include William Gilpin Church of England Primary School (0.8 miles north-west) and Priestlands School (2 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find Walhampton Arms (0.6 miles south-west)
What happens on the day
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That is how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. The smell normally draws people over. A summer party in Portmore stays light until about 9:25pm 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.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Portmore, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Events we cater in Portmore
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones, and there is little waste.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Birthday parties
- Naming days and christenings
- Summer garden parties
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Historic houses near Portmore include Beaulieu Palace House (4.5 miles north-east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Before booking anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the price includes, item by item
- How bad weather is handled
- VAT, if it applies
Live paella or other catering?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella is hard to beat. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Read How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
About the dishes
Seafood paella
Seafood paella usually gets the photos.
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
What affects the price in Portmore
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Timings and hours
- Whether you need crockery
- Travel, parking and access
- Guest numbers
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Expected numbers
Send us the date, your venue or SO41 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Also near Portmore
Other catering in Portmore
DIY paella versus live catering
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
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.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
- 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