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Paella catering in PO31
Hosting a party in PO31? We cook in Cowes, Gurnard and Northwood and the rest of the district, with paella cooked from scratch.
Paella catering in PO31
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Our catering across PO31
- Festival & event paella
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Corporate paella catering
- Wedding paella catering
- Live paella catering
- Paella party catering
- All catering
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a menu and a price: use our quote form.
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Paella catering in PO31: what to expect
A single cooking set-up can feed a crowd, there’s very little waste, and the food arrives hot. That’s why it works for so many events. We cook paella Valenciana, seafood paella and vegetable paella, and we’re often booked for office lunches and staff parties and weddings, from canapés to evening food.
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first as the rice is cooking.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the cooking spot.
- On the day, we set up and cook in front of your guests.
- It is served straight from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
What it costs in PO31
Larger events typically cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why choose Love Paella
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Events in PO31 and across the Isle of Wight
- Fast service from the pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
Around Cowes
Locally, our events take us close to Isle of Wight Studio School, Cowes Enterprise College and St. Faith's Church and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include The Painters Arms (0.5 miles north-east) and Cowes Primary School (less than half a mile north). Nearby you’ll also find Isle of Wight Natural History Centre (0.5 miles south-west) and West Cowes Castle (0.7 miles north). Open spaces near Cowes include Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Mill Hill.
Planning live paella in PO31
PO31 covers everything from Cowes, Barton and Hunny Hill to 5 small villages and hamlets, and live paella works in all of them. In towns, plan parking and access; in villages, tell us about lanes and ground. Around 9 places in PO31 are close to the coast, so we often plan a sheltered cooking spot for the wind.
Cowes: Historic houses near Cowes include Osborne House (1.7 miles east) and Carisbrooke Castle (4.8 miles south). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early. For a christening or wedding at a church such as St. Faith's Church, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. In Cowes, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:10pm in late September, so summer evening events are typically served in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 4:00pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
Why live paella works
There’s no kitchen needed, so it’s at home in gardens, fields and marquees where plated meals are hard.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Milestone birthday parties
- Family celebrations and christenings
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Parking and unloading
- Guest numbers
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- The date and time of the event
- The address or venue name
- Expected numbers
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, fill in our quote form.
Live paella or other catering?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and the food sits out. Paella is cooked in front of your guests and served hot.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if it rains
- Allergen information for each dish
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Who provides the crockery
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
FAQs for PO31
Can you feed a lot of people?
Very much so. We plan the number of pans and serving points around your numbers.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll help you decide the split.
What does paella catering cost?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Can we choose the seafood?
Tell us your preferences and we will suggest seafood options to suit your menu and budget. Premium shellfish can be added.
Is paella a full meal?
It’s a full meal on its own. Many hosts add tapas first or dessert after.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
- 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