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Paella Party Catering in Sherborne St John
Treat your guests to live paella at your party in Sherborne St John. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Naming days and christenings
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Garden get-togethers
Paella party catering for Sherborne St John events
FAQs for Sherborne St John
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St. Andrew?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for Sherborne St John?
Basingstoke station, about 2.1 miles south-east of the centre.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
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.
Do you cater in Sherborne St John?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Sherborne St John is within our area and the rest of Hampshire. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Many gardens work. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. Send us a picture.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
About our paella party catering in Sherborne St John
We cater parties at homes, village halls with outdoor space, clubs and hired venues. Typical bookings include neighbourhood celebrations and garden parties and summer barbecues, serving mixed paella, chicken and chorizo paella and vegetable paella.
In a small place like Sherborne St John, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Paella compared with other options
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so everyone eats together. And there’s no host stuck at the grill. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
What you get with us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- We cover Sherborne St John and the whole of Hampshire
- Real theatre, not just catering
Take a look at Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
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What else we do in Sherborne St John
Dishes our guests love
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives while the paella cooks.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Plan seats for most guests
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
Booked staff help serve and clear.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
Why choose paella party catering in Sherborne St John?
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Celebrations of life
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
After a christening at a church like Church of St. Andrew, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What your quote should include
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- The deposit and payment dates
- What happens if it rains
- A clear list of what’s included
How the day works
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. At midsummer, it is light in Sherborne St John until about 9:25pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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Where we can cook in Sherborne St John
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Menu ideas
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
Parties in Sherborne St John: gardens, venues and local tips
Sherborne St John is about 2 miles north of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Wherever your party is in the RG24 area, we can cook for your guests. Sherborne St John is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading, about 12 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, Basingstoke station is about 2.1 miles away. Nearby historic houses include The Vyne (1.2 miles north-east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
We cover parties in every part of the RG24 postcode area. That could mean a party in a garden on Cranes Road, Bourne Field and Church Path or the roads around them. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Rooksdown (1 mile south-west), Winklebury (2 miles south), Basingstoke (2 miles south), Worting (3 miles south-west) and South Ham (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Farnborough (15 miles east), Fleet (12 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (12 miles south-east), Yateley (12 miles east) and Tadley (4 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Basing House (3.1 miles south-east) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (1.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Daneshill Park Woods.
- Schools near Sherborne St John include Everest Community Academy (0.9 miles south-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