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Paella Party Catering in Up Somborne
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Up Somborne.
- Big family gatherings
- Baby celebrations
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Book paella party catering in Up Somborne
Paella party catering in Up Somborne, made fresh on the day
Add tapas to start, churros for afters and a jug of sangria, and the whole menu is sorted. On the menu are tapas, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater birthday parties and family get-togethers.
In a small place like Up Somborne, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the set-up. Timings are planned around your event, whether that’s speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
About the dishes
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It is one of the most popular pans at parties.
Prices and what affects them
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Timings and hours
- How many guests are eating
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- The paellas you choose
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The address or venue name
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The date and rough timings
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Up Somborne? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Is live paella right for your party?
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why book with us
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Events in Up Somborne and across Hampshire
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
Up Somborne questions
Is Up Somborne too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Up Somborne from London?
About 64 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you do starters?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
We can. Let us know and we will add it to the quote.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Most gardens are fine. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. A picture helps.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Who books paella party catering in Up Somborne?
It suits mixed ages and mixed diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Naming days and christenings
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Big family gatherings
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as All Saints Church, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What to look for in a quote
- When final numbers are due
- If the price includes VAT
- Travel and parking costs
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Where we can cook in Up Somborne
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
Should I cook it myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
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 for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Party venues around Up Somborne
Up Somborne is about 5 miles north-west of Winchester, in Hampshire. Parties in Up Somborne are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Up Somborne is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 12 miles away.
For paella party catering in SO20, we plan around your venue and timings. Streets in the area include Court Lane and Up Somborne Lane, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Other places close to Up Somborne for paella party catering include Little Somborne (1 mile west), Ashley (1 mile south-west), King's Somborne (2 miles south-west), Lower Slackstead (4 miles south) and Braishfield (5 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (5 miles south-east), Eastleigh (9 miles south-east), Andover (9 miles north), Totton (12 miles south), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south) and Hedge End (13 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Royal Hampshire County Hospital (4.9 miles south-east).
Towns and villages near Up Somborne
Other catering in Up Somborne
What happens on the day
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That’s how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. Your guests will smell it before they see it. At midsummer, it’s light in Up Somborne until about 9:25pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:10pm; 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.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Tell us when you want to eat
How to get a price
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
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Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Plan seats for most guests
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Have bins ready
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
- 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