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Paella catering in PO8
Paella, tapas and desserts across PO8, from Horndean, Cowplain and Hart Plain. Weddings, parties, work events and festivals, with every diet catered for.
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What we do in PO8
- Corporate paella catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Live paella catering
- Paella party catering
- Festival & event paella
- Wedding paella catering
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Tell us your date, numbers and venue for a quote: use our quote form.
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Paella catering across PO8
Everything is cooked from scratch on site, beginning with a sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, followed by stock, saffron and rice. Typical bookings include anniversary celebrations and birthday celebrations, with seafood paella, black rice and mixed paella.
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests usually gather round to watch as the paella takes shape.
- Start with the date, the place and the numbers.
- Expect a menu idea and a clear, itemised price.
- Closer to the day, we confirm timings and the cooking spot.
- On the day we cook live, timed around your event.
- We serve, then leave our area tidy.
What you’ll pay
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What you get with us
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Catering across Hampshire, including PO8
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Near you in Horndean
In Horndean, that can mean a party near Red Lion Inn, Saint Wilfrid's and Horndean Infant School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Rowlands Castle station, about 2.6 miles south-east. Nearby you will also find Havant War Memorial Hospital (3.8 miles south) and Clanfield Earthwork (3 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Windmill Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
Paella catering in PO8: local guide
There are 3 towns and 5 villages and hamlets in PO8, so the setting can be anything from Horndean, Waterlooville and Cowplain to a quiet hamlet: a level, ventilated spot and a clear plan.
Horndean: For a christening or wedding at a church such as Saint Wilfrid's, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Historic houses near Horndean include Warblington Castle (4.8 miles south-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early. Evenings in Horndean stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Events we cater in PO8
It needs no kitchen, so it works in gardens, fields and marquees where plated meals are hard.
In PO8 and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
- Anniversary celebrations
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
- Naming days and family parties
What paella catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Distance and access to the venue
- How long we are needed on site
- Waiting and bar staff
- How many guests are eating
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The date and rough timings
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Questions from PO8
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is generally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
What equipment do you bring?
All cooking kit comes with us. Let us know what your venue has, like tables or crockery.
Can paella be the only main course?
It is a full meal on its own. Tapas and desserts can be added if you like.
- 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