Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering for Shipton Bellinger events
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Shipton Bellinger and across Hampshire.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Baby celebrations
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Live paella party catering in Shipton Bellinger
About our paella party catering in Shipton Bellinger
You get to enjoy your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. The food is our job. Whether it’s neighbourhood celebrations and family get-togethers, we can cook vegetable paella, seafood paella and churros.
Country parties near Shipton Bellinger suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Everything is cooked from scratch at your party, not reheated, and served the moment it’s ready.
The process
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event. Sunset in Shipton Bellinger is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve, then clear our area.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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About the dishes
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more to start.
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Hosting a paella party in Shipton Bellinger
Shipton Bellinger is in Hampshire. For paella party catering in Shipton Bellinger, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Shipton Bellinger is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Shipton Bellinger to Southampton (23 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, Grateley station is about 3.4 miles away.
For paella party catering in SP9, we plan around your venue. From High Street, Gardeners Green and Hedges Close or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. If your venue is just outside Shipton Bellinger, we also cover Tidworth (2 miles north), Perham Down (3 miles north-east), Kimpton (3 miles east), Great Shoddesden (4 miles north-east) and Ludgershall (4 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Andover (8 miles east), Whitchurch (15 miles east), East Anton (9 miles east), Picket Piece (10 miles east), Picket Twenty (10 miles east) and Finkley Down (10 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Ludgershall Castle (4.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Beacon Hill and Winterbourne Downs RSPB reserve.
- Nearby schools include The Wellington Academy (2.3 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Boot Inn (within half a mile east)
Catering for every guest
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Have enough chairs for most guests
Children love watching the paella cook.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
Perfect for your party in Shipton Bellinger
It works whatever the occasion, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Family get-togethers
- Summer garden parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Christenings and naming days
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Peter, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- What the price includes, item by item
- The deadline for final numbers
- The deposit and payment dates
Shipton Bellinger: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for Shipton Bellinger?
The closest is Grateley station, roughly 3.4 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Shipton Bellinger?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Many gardens work. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. A picture helps.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
For event organisers in Shipton Bellinger
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
What affects the price in Shipton Bellinger
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Your choice of paellas
- How many courses
- Travel, parking and access
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
- The date and time of the event
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.
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Why choose live paella in Shipton Bellinger?
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Shipton Bellinger
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Drinks service on request
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Read Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- 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