Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering for Shootash events
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Shootash: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Big family gatherings
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Naming days and christenings
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Paella party catering in Shootash, cooked live
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the party menu is complete. For wakes and memorial gatherings and baby celebrations, we can cook tapas, mixed paella and vegetable paella.
A country party near Shootash is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Everything is cooked from scratch at your party, never made in advance and reheated, and served as soon as it is ready.
Common questions in Shootash
What’s the nearest station to Shootash for guests?
The closest is Romsey station, roughly 2.4 miles away.
We’re having a ceremony at Church of All Saints: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Is my garden big enough?
Frequently, yes, if there’s a level spot clear of fences and trees. Send us a picture of the space.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
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 long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Do you do starters?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Shootash? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
How we price paella party catering
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The number of people
- How many courses
- Parking and unloading
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Anything your venue supplies
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Where the event is
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Party venues around Shootash
Shootash is about 3 miles west of Romsey, in Hampshire. We bring paella party catering to gardens, halls and venues around Shootash. Shootash is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 9 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of All Saints, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near Shootash can be an alternative, as long as there’s outdoor space to cook.
Anywhere in SO51, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include The Frenches (1 mile west), Plaitford Green (2 miles west), East Wellow (2 miles south), West Wellow (2 miles south-west) and Blackhill (3 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Winchester (11 miles north-east), Eastleigh (9 miles east), Andover (15 miles north), Totton (6 miles south), Chandler's Ford (7 miles east) and Hedge End (12 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Romsey Community Hospital (2.9 miles east) and King Johns House (2.2 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Copythorne Common.
- Nearby schools include Stanbridge Earls School (1.3 miles north-east)
- Local facilities include Romsey Extra (2.5 miles south-east)
Paella compared with other options
Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What you get with us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Drinks service on request
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Fast service from the pan
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Shootash
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
How it works
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your party. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. A summer party in Shootash stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us the date, the address, numbers and diets.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- On the day, we set up and get cooking.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your party in Shootash, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
About the dishes
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who do not eat seafood.
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Also in Shootash
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Have enough chairs for most guests
We arrive before your guests to set up.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
- 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