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Paella Party Catering in Thruxton
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Thruxton.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Family get-togethers
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Paella party catering near Thruxton
Who books paella party catering in Thruxton?
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Family reunions
- Big birthdays
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Grateley station, about 3.2 miles south-west.
Comparing caterers
- How late numbers can change
- When payment is due
- How long the team stays
- A clear list of what’s included
Paella party catering for your party in Thruxton
Paella is made for relaxed parties: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, without any fuss. We’re frequently asked to cater garden get-togethers and anniversary celebrations, serving vegetable paella, tapas and mixed paella.
A country party near Thruxton is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. 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.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Paella compared with other options
Hog roasts don’t suit vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why choose Love Paella in Thruxton
- A quote that spells everything out
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Fast service from the pan
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
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How the day works
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is still served fresh. For a late-May party in Thruxton, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it is about 9:25pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
Before we arrive
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Thruxton: your questions answered
Is Thruxton close to London?
About 67 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Peter and St Paul: can you cater afterwards?
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.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Generally, yes, if there is a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send a picture and we will check.
What space do you need to cook?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Do you cater in Thruxton?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in Thruxton and across Hampshire. Send us your date to check availability.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Parties in Thruxton: gardens, venues and local tips
Thruxton is about 4 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Give us the address of your party in Thruxton, and we will plan access and set-up. Thruxton is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 22 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Paella party catering in SP11 is planned around your venue and your guests. That could mean a party in a garden on Lambourne Way, Lambourne Close and Stanbury Close or the roads around them. For parties just outside Thruxton, we cover Mullenspond (1 mile east), East Cholderton (1 mile south-east), Fyfield (1 mile north), Weyhill (1 mile north-east) and Appleshaw (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Andover (4 miles east), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (4 miles north-west), Weeke (14 miles south-east), Stanmore (15 miles south-east) and Ludgershall (3 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.9 miles east) and Ludgershall Castle (3.8 miles north-west). Not far away are Anton Lakes and Quarley Hill.
- Local pubs include The George Inn (under half a mile south-east)
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
The menu, dish by dish
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of paellas
- How long we’re needed on site
- Parking and unloading
- Whether you need crockery
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- The address or venue name
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Expected numbers
- The courses you’d like
Send us the date, your venue or SP11 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Give separate numbers for children
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Let the neighbours know
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
- 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