Hampshire · England
Wedding paella catering in Penton Grafton, Hampshire
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food for events in Penton Grafton and across Hampshire.
- Weddings with mixed diets
- Rustic barn weddings
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
Wedding paella catering in Penton Grafton
How our wedding paella catering works in Penton Grafton
A paella wedding makes mixed diets simple: each paella has its own pan, so every guest gets a proper hot main. Typical bookings include food for evening guests and spanish-themed and destination-style weddings, serving canapé tapas, a paella wedding breakfast and Spanish desserts.
Near Penton Grafton, weddings are frequently in fields, barns or gardens. Live paella is made for that: no kitchen, just a level, sheltered spot. Let us know about access and ground. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Getting married in Penton Grafton?
Penton Grafton is about 2 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Tell us where your wedding in Penton Grafton will be, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up before the day. Penton Grafton is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. We cook right across the region, from Penton Grafton to Southampton (about 22 miles away).
For outdoor photos, Anton Lakes is close by. Couples marrying at local churches such as Holy Trinity Church frequently hold the reception nearby: we can be cooking during the photos, so it is ready as guests arrive.
Anywhere in SP11, we can bring wedding paella catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Nearby, we also cater weddings in Penton Mewsey (1 mile north-east), Penton Corner (1 mile south), Foxcotte (1 mile east), Charlton (1 mile east) and Weyhill (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles south-east), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (6 miles west), Weeke (14 miles south-east), Stanmore (15 miles south-east) and Ludgershall (4 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Andover Museum (2.6 miles south-east) and Ludgershall Castle (4.6 miles north-west). Not far away are Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
- Nearby, you’ll find White Hart Public House (within half a mile east)
Paella compared with other options
Compared with formal catering, live paella is relaxed and sociable, but with the right extras it feels just as special. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why choose Love Paella in Penton Grafton
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- A quote that spells everything out
Catering for every guest
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Book early for summer Saturdays
- Let us know about meals for your band or photographer
- Check the venue’s rules for outside caterers
- Count day and evening guests separately
We generally set up where guests can watch, which makes a lovely backdrop for photos.
Add sangria, or bar staff to serve your own drinks.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. 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.
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A closer look at the menu
Canapé tapas
Small bites carried round on boards while guests mingle, ideal for the drinks reception.
Table tapas
Bowls and boards set down in the middle of each table, such as patatas bravas, croquetas and Manchego.
Questions from Penton Grafton
Is Penton Grafton close to London?
About 65 miles from central London.
Which station should guests use for Penton Grafton?
Andover station, about 1.9 miles south-east of the centre.
Is halal food available?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
Can you cook indoors?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
What if our speeches run late?
We adapt. We keep in touch with your venue on the day so the paella is served fresh.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Do you do vegan paella?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
What happens on the day
Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. In Penton Grafton, midsummer sunset is about 9:25pm, and by late September it’s nearer 7:10pm, which means evening paella is typically served in daylight in June and July. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it is dark by about 4:00pm.
- Send us your wedding date, venue and numbers.
- Together we plan each course.
- We agree timings with you and your venue.
- We cook live on the day and serve each course.
- We pack down, and staff stay as agreed.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
How to get a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Planning the cooking area
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- A separate open-sided gazebo if the meal is in a marquee
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
What we offer
- Canapé tapas
- Table tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Evening paella
- Sangria & bar staff
- Dessert
Organising for someone else?
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
What wedding paella catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The length of service
- How many staff you need
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Whether you need crockery
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- A picture of the space, if you can
- The courses you’d like
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The date and rough timings
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. Just fill in our quote form.
- 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