Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering for Tye events
Looking for paella party catering in Tye? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Family reunions
- Retirement and leaving parties
Live paella party catering in Tye
Who books paella party catering in Tye?
It’s sociable food, ideal when people want to mingle.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Baby celebrations
- Big birthdays
- Anniversary celebrations
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Historic houses near Tye include Warblington Castle (2 miles north). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Before you book anyone
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- If the price includes VAT
- How bad weather is handled
- The deposit and payment dates
How our paella party catering works in Tye
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the party menu is complete. For birthday parties and naming days and christenings, we’ll put together a menu of vegetable paella, churros and chicken and chorizo paella for your guests.
A country party near Tye is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
Party venues around Tye
Tye is about 3 miles south of Havant, in Hampshire. From the centre of Tye to the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Tye is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our events stretch from Tye to Southampton (20 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Emsworth station, about 2.6 miles north. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Peter, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Near the coast, within about 3 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
This part of Hampshire takes in PO11, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Gutner Lane and Copse Lane, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Other places close to Tye for paella party catering include North Hayling (1 mile north), Northney (1 mile north), Stoke (1 mile west), Thorney Island (1 mile north-east) and Warblington (2 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Gosport (8 miles west), Havant (3 miles north), Fareham (11 miles west), Horndean (7 miles north), Waterlooville (6 miles north-west) and Petersfield (13 miles north).
A little further out are Havant War Memorial Hospital (2.9 miles north-west) and Emsworth Museum (2.4 miles north). Not far away are Hayling Billy.
- Local schools include The Hayling College (1.5 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Maypole pub (1 mile south-west)
About the dishes
Vegetable paella
Vegetarians get a real main course, and meat eaters often try it too.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who do not eat seafood.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
Why us?
- A clear, itemised quote
- Events in Tye and across Hampshire
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Served hot, straight from the pan
See Our prices page And The cost guide.
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. Sunset in Tye is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Let us know the timings for the day
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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What paella party catering costs
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Your choice of paellas
- How many courses
- Timings and hours
- Travel, parking and access
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Details that help
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Where the event is
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Diets and allergies you know about
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Questions from Tye
Do you come out to small places like Tye?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cook near the sea around Tye?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
When should I book?
Early is best, but ask even if it is soon. We’ll check availability straight away.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll help you decide the split.
Will there be enough food?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
There is a cooking smell, but much less smoke than a barbecue. Let the neighbours know.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
Planning for every diet
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Warn the neighbours
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Count adults and children separately
Kids are fascinated by the giant pans, at a safe distance.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Should I cook it myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Also in Tye
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Tye? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
- 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