Hampshire · England
Paella catering in RG26
Planning an event in RG26? We cook in Tadley, Bramley and Bramley Green and the rest of the district, with live paella cooked at your venue.
Live paella across RG26
Towns and villages in RG26
- Tadley
- Bramley
- Bramley Green
- Heath End
- Pamber Heath
- Baughurst
- Inhurst
- West Heath
- Charter Alley
- Monk Sherborne
- Ramsdell
- Little London
- Pamber End
- Cufaude
- Hannington
- Pamber Green
- Salters Heath
- Wolverton Common
- Axmansford
- Townsend
- Wolverton
- Ibworth
- Rooksdown
Events we cater in RG26
- Festival & event paella
- Live paella catering
- Wedding paella catering
- Corporate paella catering
- Paella party catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- See all our catering
Send us your event details and postcode for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Neighbouring districts
Elsewhere in Hampshire
All places in Hampshire
Areas we cover
How paella catering works in RG26
We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook the paella in front of your guests. Once it’s ready, we serve it hot from the pan. Typical bookings include engagement and anniversary parties and office lunches and staff parties, serving black rice, paella Valenciana and vegetable paella.
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That’s how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. The smell typically draws people over.
- 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.
- We serve from the pan, then pack down.
What it costs in RG26
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What you get with us
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- A quote that spells everything out
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Local landmarks in Tadley
Locally, our events take us close to The Falcon pub, Bishopswood Junior School and Saint Mary's Church. Also close by are The Hurst School (1.4 miles west) and The Hurst School (1.4 miles west). For guests coming by rail, the closest station is Midgham station, about 3.3 miles north-west. A little further out are Park Prewett Hospital (5.2 miles south) and Calleva Museum (1.9 miles east).
Catering events across RG26
From Tadley, Rooksdown and Bramley to 20 villages and hamlets, events across RG26 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.
Tadley: If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Bishopswood Junior School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser. Historic houses near Tadley include The Vyne (4 miles south-east). Historic venues often limit cooking, so ask early if you are booking one. Planning an evening event in Tadley? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:25pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
Planning the cooking area
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
What affects the price in RG26
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The paellas you choose
- Distance and access to the venue
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- What the venue already provides
- The date and rough timings
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and food can sit out for a while. Paella is cooked in front of your guests and served hot.
What your quote should include
- When payment is due
- VAT, if it applies
- The venue requirements
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Questions from RG26
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
What happens with live paella?
We arrive with pans, burners and ingredients, cook while everyone watches, and serve at the time you want.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Pans, burners and ingredients all come with us. You just need a suitable spot and access.
Does paella work for big events?
Yes, that is what it is made for. We size pans and serving points to your guest list.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
- 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