Hampshire · England
Wedding paella catering in Hungerford, Hampshire
We cook paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Hungerford and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Blessings and vow renewals
- Evening food for extra guests
- Barn and farm weddings
Wedding paella catering in Hungerford
How our wedding paella catering works in Hungerford
Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff can be added, so the catering fits the way you want your day to feel. Whether it is food for evening guests and weddings with mixed diets, we can cook canapé tapas, Spanish desserts and table tapas and more.
A wedding in a small place like Hungerford often means a field, a barn or a family garden. Live paella is made for that: no kitchen, just a level, sheltered spot. Let us know about access and ground. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Choosing between paella and a traditional menu?, think about your venue, your guests’ diets and the feel of the day. Larger events usually cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What you get with us
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
Hungerford weddings: local tips
Hungerford is in Hampshire. We cook at weddings in homes, gardens and venues in Hungerford. Hungerford is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 16 miles away.
If you’re marrying at a church near Hungerford, such as Church of the Holy Ascension, a reception in a garden, marquee or hired venue nearby keeps the day flowing: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so it is ready as guests arrive. Nearby historic houses include Breamore House (4.3 miles north). Historic houses and estates often have their own rules on caterers and cooking, so check early if that is your venue. The New Forest National Park is within about 7 miles of Hungerford, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access and cooking rules with the venue.
This part of Hampshire takes in SP6. Other places close to Hungerford for wedding paella catering include Hyde (1 mile east), North Gorley (1 mile south-west), Frogham (1 mile north-east), Stuckton (1 mile north-west) and Blissford (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cater in Totton (11 miles east), Lymington (14 miles south-east), Romsey (14 miles north-east), New Milton (12 miles south-east), Ringwood (4 miles south) and Barton on Sea (12 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Godshill Castle Hill (2.4 miles north) and Fordingbridge Doll Museum (1.6 miles north-west). Open spaces near Hungerford include Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
- Schools near Hungerford include The Burgate School and Sixth Form (2.1 miles north-west)
Catering for every guest
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Tell us how many evening guests to expect
- Check the venue’s rules for outside caterers
- Put us in touch with your venue
- Collect dietary needs on the RSVP
Paella can be served at the pans or carried to the tables by staff.
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Perfect for your wedding in Hungerford
It gives guests something to do between the ceremony and the meal: gather round the cooking.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Weddings with mixed diets
- Blessings and vow renewals
- Evening food for extra guests
- Relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts
Blashford Lakes nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Hungerford suits an outdoor reception.
Before you book anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Allergen information for each dish
- When payment is due
Step by step
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. For a summer wedding in Hungerford, the sun sets at about 9:25pm in late June and about 7:10pm in late September, so an evening paella for evening guests is usually served in daylight in high summer. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it is dark by about 4:05pm.
- You tell us your date, venue, guest numbers and how you picture the day.
- We build the menu course by course and send a quote.
- We fit our timings around your speeches, photos and venue.
- On the day, we set up, cook in front of your guests and serve each course.
- Afterwards we clear our area; any staff you’ve booked stay as planned.
Before we arrive
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Leave space around the cooking area
Get a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How many staff you need
- Travel, parking and access
- How long we’re needed on site
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.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- What the venue already provides
- The date and time of the event
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Planning wedding paella catering in Hungerford? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Places near Hungerford
More for events in Hungerford
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Somewhere close to park and unload
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Hungerford
- Canapé tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Table tapas
- Evening paella
- Dessert
- Sangria & bar staff
For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
FAQs for Hungerford
Do you cater in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
We are having a ceremony at Church of the Holy Ascension: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Do you come to Hungerford?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in Hungerford and across Hampshire. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
How long do you need on site?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
- 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