Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Upham
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Upham and the surrounding area.
- Big birthdays
- Family get-togethers
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Live paella party catering in Upham
Planning the cooking area
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Mixed paella
Paella party catering in Upham, made fresh on the day
Homes, gardens, clubs and hired venues all work. For big birthdays and anniversary celebrations, we will put together a menu of seafood paella, mixed paella and tapas.
In a small place like Upham, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the set-up. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
Your questions about paella party catering in Upham
How far is Upham from London?
About 61 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Upham?
The closest is Hedge End station, roughly 4.4 miles away.
Can you cater a party at a village hall?
Normally. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will help you decide the split.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Do you take everything away?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
What happens on the day
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. For a late-May party in Upham, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it is about 9:25pm. 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.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
How to prepare
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, use our quote form.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Plan seats for most guests
- Count adults and children separately
- Plan where rubbish goes
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
Who books paella party catering in Upham?
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones, and there is little waste.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Naming days and christenings
- Retirement celebrations
- Family get-togethers
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Hedge End station, about 4.4 miles south-west.
Questions to ask before booking
- Who provides the crockery
- VAT, if it applies
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The deposit and payment dates
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Is live paella right for your party?
Ordering in is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What you get with us
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
See Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Party venues around Upham
Upham is about 5 miles east of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. For paella party catering in Upham, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Upham is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 8 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
We cover parties in every part of the SO32 postcode area. From Church Street, Shoe Lane and Widlers Lane or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Close by, we cover parties in Ashton (1 mile south-east), Lower Upham (1 mile south-west), Wintershill (2 miles south-west), Durley Street (2 miles south-west) and Bishop's Waltham (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Winchester (6 miles north-west), Gosport (13 miles south), Havant (14 miles south-east), Eastleigh (5 miles west), Fareham (9 miles south) and Horndean (11 miles south-east).
A little further out are Moorgreen Hospital (5.4 miles south-west) and Bishop's Waltham Museum (2.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Bishops Waltham Branch LNR and Beacon Hill.
- Local pubs include Brushmakers Arms (within half a mile north-east)
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
A closer look at the menu
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives while the paella cooks.
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock, for the fish lovers.
Other catering in Upham
- 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