Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering for Southwood events
Love Paella cooks paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Southwood and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Summer garden parties
- Naming days and christenings
- Family reunions
Paella party catering for Southwood events
The process
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s still served fresh. At midsummer, it’s light in Southwood until about 9:25pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- 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.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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Paella party catering in Southwood, cooked live
Add tapas to start, churros for afters and a jug of sangria, and the party menu is complete. Typical bookings include celebrations of life and birthday parties, with vegetable paella, seafood paella and mixed paella.
In a place like Southwood, a garden party is typically the easiest option. Let us know how we can get to the garden, and we’ll bring everything else. Everything is cooked from scratch at your party, never made in advance and reheated.
Places near Southwood
What else we do in Southwood
Hosting a paella party in Southwood
Southwood is about 1 mile west of Farnborough, in Hampshire. Wherever your party is in the GU14 area, we can cook for your guests. We cater in 683 places across Hampshire. We cook right across the region, from Southwood to Guildford (about 10 miles away).
Parks such as Ancells Farm Park generally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier. After a christening at a church like St John the Baptist, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
We cater parties across the GU14 and GU51 postcode area. Local streets include Fleet Road, Kennels Lane and Summit Avenue; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Southwood for paella party catering include Cove (1 mile north), Farnborough (1 mile east), North Camp (2 miles east), Mytchett (3 miles east) and Aldershot (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (13 miles west), Alton (12 miles south-west), Yateley (4 miles north-west), Bordon (13 miles south), Hook (7 miles west) and Popley (12 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Hart Shopping Centre (2.1 miles west) and Royal Army Dental Corps Historical Museum (2.6 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Aunt's Pool and Ball Hill.
- Local schools include Cove School (1 mile north-east)
- Other local spots include National Aerospace Library (1.7 miles east)
Live paella or other catering?
If you want special but not formal, live paella is hard to beat. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why choose Love Paella in Southwood
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Drinks service on request
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
See How we price Or The cost guide.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
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.
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Let the neighbours know
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
At food time, we serve straight from the pan.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Planning the cooking area
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
What we offer
- Churros
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
What affects the price in Southwood
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Travel, parking and access
- Whether you need crockery
- How many staff you need
- Guest numbers
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.
Details that help
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- The address or venue name
- The courses you’d like
- The date and time of the event
- Anything your venue supplies
Planning paella party catering in Southwood? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Why choose paella party catering in Southwood?
It works whatever the occasion, from christenings to retirements.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Southwood, people book us for events such as:
- Baby celebrations
- Celebrations of life
- Milestone birthdays
- Family reunions
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Fleet station, about 1.5 miles west.
What to look for in a quote
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- When payment is due
- What the caterer needs from your venue
For event organisers in Southwood
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Common questions in Southwood
Can you cook in Ancells Farm Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
How far is Southwood from London?
About 34 miles from central London.
Do you cater for children?
Of course. Children normally love a plain chicken paella. Tell us how many children are coming.
Can you supply crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know and we will add it to the quote.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
How much is live paella catering?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Do you come to Southwood?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Southwood. To check your date, use our quote form.
- 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