Hampshire · England
Paella party catering in Upper Farringdon, Hampshire
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Upper Farringdon and Hampshire, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Garden get-togethers
- Milestone birthdays
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Paella party catering near Upper Farringdon
Paella party catering in Upper Farringdon, made fresh on the day
Homes, gardens, clubs and hired venues all work. Typical bookings include street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers and big family gatherings, serving tapas, chicken and chorizo paella and vegetable paella.
Country parties near Upper Farringdon suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
What we offer
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
Common questions in Upper Farringdon
Is Upper Farringdon too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Is Upper Farringdon close to London?
About 47 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Can you cater a party at a village hall?
Often, yes. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
What does paella party catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we’ll reply with a price.
What about pudding?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Warn the neighbours
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Nearby places to Upper Farringdon
More for events in Upper Farringdon
Upper Farringdon parties: what to know
Upper Farringdon is about 3 miles south of Alton, in Hampshire. We bring paella party catering to gardens, halls and venues around Upper Farringdon. We cook in 683 places across Hampshire. We cook right across the region, from Upper Farringdon to Guildford (20 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Alton station, about 2.8 miles north. After a christening at a church like Church of All Saints, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Upper Farringdon, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Here we cover the GU34 postcode area. Local streets include Church Road, Crows Lane and Gaston Lane; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. For parties just outside Upper Farringdon, we cover Farringdon (1 mile south-west), Lower Farringdon (1 mile west), Chawton (2 miles north), Hartley Mauditt (2 miles east) and Alton (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Winchester (15 miles west), Fleet (13 miles north-east), Horndean (14 miles south), Aldershot (13 miles north-east) and Petersfield (8 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include The Romany Museum (2.1 miles south-east) and Alton Community Hospital (1.9 miles north). The countryside around Upper Farringdon includes Selborne Hill.
- Pubs nearby include Rose and Crown Inn (under half a mile south)
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Ordering in is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why Upper Farringdon hosts choose us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Take a look at How we price Or The cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Churros
All ages love churros.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser.
Step by step
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh. Sunset in Upper Farringdon is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Give us your final numbers and diets
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
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.
Prices and what affects them
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How long we’re needed on site
- Distance and access to the venue
- Your choice of paellas
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. We itemise everything in your quote.
Details that help
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The date and rough timings
- Which courses you have in mind
- Anything your venue supplies
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, 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