Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering for Wadwick events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Wadwick. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Summer garden parties
- Anniversary celebrations
- Family get-togethers
Planning an event in Wadwick?
Paella party catering in Wadwick, cooked live
You get to enjoy your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. The food is our job. Typical bookings include big birthdays and big family gatherings, with churros, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella.
In a small place like Wadwick, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the set-up. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
What we need at the venue
We will be honest if a space won’t work, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Also near Wadwick
Also in Wadwick
Wadwick: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Wadwick?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How far is Wadwick from London?
About 58 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
How many different paellas?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will help you decide the split.
Is my garden big enough?
Usually, yes, if there’s a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send a photo and we’ll check.
What paella party catering costs
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Whether you need crockery
- Travel, parking and access
- How many guests are eating
- How many staff you need
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- The date and time of the event
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Roughly how many adults and children
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
What happens on the day
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. At midsummer, it is light in Wadwick until about 9:25pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:10pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Planning help
Working with your venue
Throwing a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Live paella or other catering?
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. With live paella, you’re a guest too. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why us?
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Drinks service on request
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Take a look at Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Who books paella party catering in Wadwick?
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Wadwick, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
Historic houses near Wadwick include Highclere Castle (3.8 miles north). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Questions to ask before you book
- Staff numbers and hours
- What happens if it rains
- A clear list of what’s included
- Space, access and power needs
Planning a party in Wadwick
Wadwick is about 6 miles north-east of Andover, in Hampshire. For a party in Wadwick, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Wadwick. Wadwick is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Reading, about 21 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, about 3.2 miles south-east.
Wherever your party is in SP11, we can cook for your guests. We also cook at parties in Binley (1 mile west), St Mary Bourne (2 miles south-west), Cole Henley (3 miles south-east), Whitchurch (4 miles south-east) and Wells-in-the-Field (4 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (12 miles east), Winchester (15 miles south), Andover (6 miles south-west), Tadley (12 miles north-east), Hyde (14 miles south) and Popley (13 miles east).
The countryside around Wadwick includes Sidown Hill.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s 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.
What’s in the pans
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate, a sweet finish.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, and a good choice for guests who don’t eat seafood.
- 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