Hampshire · England
Paella catering in PO7
Planning an event in PO7? We cover Waterlooville, Purbrook and Denmead and every street in between, with live paella cooked at your venue.
Live paella across PO7
Areas within PO7
- Waterlooville
- Purbrook
- Denmead
- Widley
- Hambledon
- Anthill Common
- Furzeley Corner
- Purbrook Heath
- Anmore
- Soake
- Hipley
- Hoe Gate
- Worlds End
- Havant
- Horndean
- Cowplain
- Hart Plain
- Wecock Farm
- Farlington
Our catering across PO7
- Wedding paella catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Corporate paella catering
- Festival & event paella
- Live paella catering
- Paella party catering
- Every service
Tell us your date, numbers and venue for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
About paella catering in PO7
Watching it cook is part of the experience. Guests gather round as the sofrito sizzles and the saffron colours the rice, and the aroma does the rest. Popular choices include vegan paella, vegetable paella and black rice, and typical bookings are for summer garden parties and birthday celebrations.
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you’re free to enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the cooking spot.
- We cook live on the day while guests watch.
- We serve from the pan, then pack down.
What it costs in PO7
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why book with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- A clear, itemised quote
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
Local landmarks in Waterlooville
Events here are frequently close to Saint George's, The Denmead Queen pub and Hart Plain Junior School and the streets around them. The closest station to Waterlooville is Bedhampton station, roughly 2.6 miles south-east. A little further out are Queen Alexandra Hospital (2.7 miles south-west) and Havant Museum (3.3 miles south-east). For a walk before or after the party, there’s Portsdown Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
Paella catering in PO7: local guide
From Havant, Horndean and Waterlooville to 10 villages and hamlets, events across PO7 range from town-centre venues to gardens and fields, and live paella suits every kind of setting. Town events mean planning parking; village events mean planning access. 3 of the places we cover in PO7 are within about 6 miles of the sea, where we always plan shelter from the wind, and seafood paella is popular.
Waterlooville: For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Bedhampton station, about 2.6 miles south-east. Nearby historic houses include Warblington Castle (4 miles south-east). Historic venues frequently limit cooking, so ask early if you are booking one. Evenings in Waterlooville stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:10pm; once it’s dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
How we price paella catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- The paellas you choose
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many guests are eating
- How long we are needed on site
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The courses you’d like
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Expected numbers
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Request clear labels at the serving table
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Plan a meat, a seafood and a vegetable or vegan pan
- Ensure most guests can sit to eat
Once everyone is fed, we clear our cooking area, quietly and quickly.
We can add sangria and bar staff for your own drinks.
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. 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.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
Paella compared with other options
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and normally costs more per head. Live paella needs only a level, ventilated spot and permission to cook, and it’s entertaining too.
Comparing caterers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The deadline for final numbers
- The venue requirements
- Whether VAT is included
Common questions in PO7
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, including Hampshire. Find your area.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Can paella be the only main course?
It can be. With bread and salad, paella is a complete main, and tapas or dessert can be added.
Are premium seafood options available?
Tell us your preferences and we will suggest seafood options to suit your menu and budget. Premium options are available.
Do you do vegan paella?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
- 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