Hampshire · England
Paella catering in GU17
We cook at events in every part of the GU17 postcode district, including Blackwater, Frogmore and Hawley. The paella is cooked fresh in front of your guests.
Planning an event in GU17?
Areas within GU17
Events we cater in GU17
- Paella party catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Festival & event paella
- Wedding paella catering
- Corporate paella catering
- Live paella catering
- Every service
Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a menu and a price: use our quote form.
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About paella catering in GU17
A single cooking set-up can feed a crowd, there is very little waste, and the food arrives hot. That is why it works for so many events. Typical bookings include retirement and leaving parties and christenings and family gatherings, with black rice, vegetable paella and paella Valenciana.
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and any dietary needs.
- You get a suggested menu and an itemised quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, set up and start the stock.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with any tapas served first.
- It is served straight from the pan, and we pack down afterwards.
What it costs in GU17
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why hosts in GU17 choose us
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Events in GU17 and across Hampshire
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, fill in our quote form.
What’s near Blackwater
You will find us cooking near Royal Military Academy Library, Sandhurst Memorial Park and Frogmore Community College and the streets around them. Nearby too are Mr Bumble pub (0.6 miles south-east), Frogmore Infant School (under half a mile south-west) and St Barnabas Church (within half a mile west). The nearest railway station is Blackwater station, roughly 0.6 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Frimley Park Hospital (2.4 miles south-east) and Staff College Museum (1.9 miles east). Not far away are Horseshoe Lake and Ball Hill.
Planning live paella in GU17
From Farnborough, Cove and Blackwater to 2 villages and hamlets, events across GU17 range from town-centre venues to gardens and fields, and live paella works in all of them. Town events mean planning parking; village events mean planning access.
Blackwater: Thinking of a picnic-style party in Sandhurst Memorial Park? Public parks generally need permission from the council or landowner for cooking, so check first. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Blackwater station, about 0.6 miles east. Planning an evening event in Blackwater? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:25pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
About the dishes
Black rice
Arroz negro is coloured and flavoured with squid ink, and is typically served with alioli. It makes a dramatic second seafood pan.
Vegetable and vegan paella
The vegetable pan is a dish in its own right: peppers, artichokes and beans with saffron.
Is live paella right for you?
For something a little different, live paella brings colour, aroma and a touch of Spain to your event in GU17.
Questions to ask before you book
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- When payment is due
- How bad weather is handled
- VAT, if it applies
How we price paella catering
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Whether you need crockery
- How many staff you need
- How many guests are eating
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The address or venue name
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Planning paella catering in GU17? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Should I cook it myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Why live paella works
Few dishes cope with mixed diets like paella, thanks to separate pans for each version. Everyone gets the same kind of meal.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In GU17, people book us for events such as:
- Birthday celebrations
- Community events and fairs
- Staff parties and work lunches
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Questions from GU17
How does live paella catering work?
We set up a cooking area at your venue, cook the paella from scratch in large pans while your guests watch, and serve it straight from the pan.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Can you cook halal paella?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
- 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