Isle of Wight · England
Wedding Paella Catering for Nettlecombe events
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Nettlecombe.
- Farm and barn venues
- Destination-style celebrations at home
- Evening food for extra guests
Wedding paella catering in Nettlecombe
How our wedding paella catering works in Nettlecombe
Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff can be added, to suit the style of your day. Typical bookings include blessings and vow renewals and spanish-themed and destination-style weddings, with table tapas, evening paella and canapé tapas.
There is something special about a country wedding near Nettlecombe, and paella cooking in the open air adds to it. Plan for access and a wet-weather cover. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Where
- Nettlecombe (PO38)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Questions from Nettlecombe
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
Do you come out to small places like Nettlecombe?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can we have a tasting?
Ask us about tastings when you get in touch.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Will you talk to our venue?
Yes, it makes life easier. Put us in touch and we’ll agree the details.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Step by step
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. In Nettlecombe, midsummer sunset is about 9:20pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:10pm, which means evening paella is usually served in daylight in June and July. For autumn and winter weddings, when it is dark by about 4:00pm in December, plan lighting for the cooking area.
- Tell us your date, venue and numbers.
- Together we plan each course.
- Timings are agreed with your venue.
- We cook live on the day and serve each course.
- We clear our area; staff stay as booked.
How to prepare
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Nettlecombe weddings: local tips
Nettlecombe is about 7 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Tell us where your wedding in Nettlecombe will be, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up before the day. Nettlecombe is one of 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 23 miles away.
Put the station on your invitation: the nearest station is Shanklin station, about 4.1 miles north-east. If you are marrying at a church near Nettlecombe, such as Water Hydrant Opposite Parish Church, a reception in a garden, marquee or hired venue nearby keeps the day flowing: we can be cooking during the photos, so it is ready as guests arrive. The sea is within about 3 miles, perfect for a seafood paella wedding. We will plan shelter from sea breezes.
Wherever your wedding is in PO38, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. For weddings just outside Nettlecombe, we cover Southford (1 mile north-west), Bierley (1 mile west), Wroxall (2 miles north-east), Godshill (2 miles north) and Sandford (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Newport (7 miles north), Ryde (9 miles north-east), Cowes (11 miles north), Sandown (6 miles north-east), Shanklin (4 miles north-east) and East Cowes (11 miles north). If your wedding is somewhere remote, tell us early so we can plan the journey.
Other landmarks nearby include Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (4.1 miles north-east) and South Wight (2.6 miles east). The countryside around Nettlecombe includes Stenbury Down.
- Local pubs include The White Horse Inn (within half a mile south-west)
More for events in Nettlecombe
Occasions we cook for in Nettlecombe
It handles mixed diets without fuss, which matters at weddings with lots of guests.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
- Big weddings with every diet
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
Nearby historic houses include Rylstone Manor (4 miles north-east) and Sheat Manor (4.3 miles north-west). Historic houses and estates often have their own rules on caterers and cooking, so check early if that’s your venue.
What to look for in a quote
- How bad weather is handled
- VAT, if it applies
- Space, access and power needs
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
What wedding paella catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- The paellas you choose
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Whether you need crockery
- The number of people
Larger events generally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The address or venue name
- What the venue already provides
- Which courses you have in mind
- Diets and allergies you know about
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Nettlecombe, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Should I cook it myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Dishes our guests love
Desserts
A sweet finish: churros, crema catalana or your wedding cake.
Table tapas
A tapas starter gets tables talking before the paella arrives.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Tell us when speeches will be
- Introduce us to your venue coordinator
- Ask whether your venue allows outside caterers
- Book early for summer Saturdays
If speeches or photos run over, tell us, and we’ll adapt the timing so the paella is served at its best.
A table tapas starter gets everyone sharing.
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Planning the cooking area
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
For somewhere as remote as Nettlecombe, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Sangria & bar staff
- Dessert
- Canapé tapas
- Table tapas
- Evening paella
- Paella wedding breakfast
- 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