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Paella party catering in Wickham, Hampshire
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Wickham: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests.
- Family get-togethers
- Retirement celebrations
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Planning an event in Wickham?
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Paella party catering in Wickham, made fresh on the day
It is easy to cater for a mix of guests: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood pan and a vegetable or vegan pan side by side. Children generally love a simple chicken paella. Whether it is summer garden parties and retirement celebrations, we’ll put together a menu of mixed paella, chicken and chorizo paella and tapas and more.
Parties around Wickham are often relaxed, garden-and-gazebo affairs. Live paella fits right in. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras.
For event organisers in Wickham
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Why choose paella party catering in Wickham?
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
These are some of the occasions we cater in Wickham and Hampshire:
- Family get-togethers
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Christenings and naming days
- Milestone birthdays
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Nicholas, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Before booking anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- When final numbers are due
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- How bad weather is handled
Why choose live paella in Wickham?
Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- We cover Wickham and the whole of Hampshire
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Read How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests generally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. Sunset in Wickham 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.
- 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
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Parties in Wickham: gardens, venues and local tips
Wickham is about 3 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. For paella party catering in Wickham, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cater in 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 9 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Fareham station is about 3.2 miles away.
Here we cover the PO17 postcode area, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Streets in the area include The Square, Station Road and Bridge Street, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Main roads around Wickham include the A32 and A334, which makes travel to your party easy. We also cook at parties in Shedfield (1 mile north-west), Shirrell Heath (2 miles north), Kingsmead (2 miles north-east), Woodend (2 miles north-east) and Mislingford (2 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Winchester (12 miles north-west), Gosport (7 miles south), Havant (9 miles east), Eastleigh (8 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles south) and Horndean (8 miles east).
A little further out are Fareham Shopping Centre (3.2 miles south) and Carron Row Farm Museum (3.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Wickham includes St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
- Nearby, you will find The Old House Hotel (under half a mile west)
FAQs for Wickham
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Nicholas?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Is Wickham close to London?
About 63 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we will cook a separate pan.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it is short notice, it is worth asking.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, sangria. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
What paella party catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Guest numbers
- How many staff you need
- The paellas you choose
- Travel, parking and access
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The date and time of the event
- Anything your venue supplies
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
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What else we do in Wickham
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Have bins ready
We are set up before guests arrive, so the cooking is under way as people arrive.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
A closer look at the menu
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels, for the fish lovers.
Churros
All ages love churros.
- 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