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Paella catering in SO31
Planning an event in SO31? We cook in Locks Heath, Warsash and Netley and the rest of the district, with paella cooked from scratch.
Paella catering in SO31
Places in SO31
- Locks Heath
- Warsash
- Netley
- Hamble-le-Rice
- Bursledon
- Sarisbury
- Sarisbury Green
- Lowford
- Park Gate
- Swanwick
- Lower Swanwick
- Old Netley
- Butlocks Heath
- Hound
- Hook Park Estate
- Hook
- Eastleigh
- Fareham
- Hedge End
- Titchfield Common
- Weston
- Burridge
- Segensworth
Our catering across SO31
- Paella party catering
- Corporate paella catering
- Live paella catering
- Wedding paella catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Festival & event paella
- See all our catering
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a menu and a price: fill in our quote form.
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Areas we cover
Paella catering across SO31
The cooking is half the fun. People drift over as the sofrito sizzles and the rice turns gold, and the aroma does the rest. We cook vegan paella, paella Valenciana and black rice, and we are frequently booked for garden parties and summer barbecues and big birthdays.
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests generally gather round to watch while it cooks.
- 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 will pay
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why hosts in SO31 choose us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Catering across Hampshire, including SO31
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Near you in Locks Heath
In Locks Heath, that can mean a party near Jolly Farmer Public House, St John and Park Gate Primary School. For guests coming by rail, the closest station is Swanwick station, roughly 0.9 miles north of the centre. A little further out are St Andrew's Castle (2.2 miles west) and Carron Row Farm Museum (1.6 miles east). The countryside around Locks Heath includes Holly Hill Woodland Park.
Live paella across SO31: what to know
Across SO31, we cook in 3 towns and 10 villages and hamlets, so whether your event is in Eastleigh, Fareham and Hedge End or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level, ventilated spot and a clear plan. 23 of the places we cover in SO31 are within about 6 miles of the sea, where we always plan shelter from the wind, and seafood paella is popular.
Locks Heath: If you are celebrating after a service at a church like St John, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Swanwick station, about 0.9 miles north. Around midsummer it stays light in Locks Heath until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:10pm, so summer evening events are generally served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
What paella catering costs
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- How long we’re needed on site
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Distance and access to the venue
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We’ll send you a quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- What the venue already provides
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Ask about diets and allergies on your invitation or RSVP
- Mention any other courses or food
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Request clear labels at the serving table
Paella is best eaten as soon as it is ready, so we serve when guests are ready.
Finish with churros, crema catalana or tarta de Santiago, or serve your own cake.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
For something a little different, live paella brings colour, aroma and a touch of Spain to your event in SO31.
What your quote should include
- How long the team stays
- The deadline for final numbers
- Payment terms and deposit
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Who books paella catering?
It’s ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, where guests can mingle while it cooks and then sit down to share.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Birthday celebrations
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Community events and fairs
Common questions in SO31
Do you provide drinks?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
How much does paella catering cost in SO31?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring all the cooking equipment. Tell us what the venue provides, such as tables or crockery.
What about pudding?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is 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