Hampshire · England
Wedding Paella Catering for Petersfield events
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food turns food into part of your wedding in Petersfield.
- Food for evening guests
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
- Farm and barn venues
Wedding paella catering for Petersfield events
Perfect for your wedding in Petersfield
It works as a wedding breakfast or evening food, so it is flexible.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Petersfield book us for occasions like:
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
- Weddings with lots of dietary needs
- Evening food for extra guests
- Parties after a register office wedding
For guests travelling by train, Petersfield has its own station, Petersfield station.
Before booking anyone
- Who provides the crockery
- How late numbers can change
- How long the team stays
- If the price includes VAT
Wedding paella catering in Petersfield, made fresh on the day
A paella wedding makes mixed diets simple: each paella has its own pan, so vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests eat the same kind of meal as everyone else. On the menu are evening paella, Spanish desserts and table tapas, and typical bookings are for garden and marquee weddings and evening wedding food.
For a wedding in Petersfield, a marquee in a family garden or a hall with outside space keeps things personal. Live paella suits that kind of day. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
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.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Getting married in Petersfield?
Petersfield is about 10 miles north of Havant, in Hampshire. Weddings in Petersfield are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Petersfield is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our events stretch from Petersfield to Southampton (21 miles away).
Couples marrying at local churches such as St Peter's Church frequently hold the reception nearby: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so it’s ready as guests arrive. Wheatham Hill nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos. The South Downs National Park is within about a mile of Petersfield, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about access and cooking rules.
This part of Hampshire takes in GU31 and GU32. Local streets include High Street, Station Road and London Road; a wedding at home on any of them works well with live paella. Petersfield sits on or near the A3 and A272, which makes travel to your wedding easy. If your venue is just outside Petersfield, we also cover Sheet (1 mile north-east), Steep (1 mile north), Stroud (2 miles west), Steep Marsh (2 miles north) and Langrish (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (10 miles south), Horndean (7 miles south-west), Alton (10 miles north), Waterlooville (9 miles south-west), Purbrook (10 miles south-west) and Bordon (8 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Bear Museum (under half a mile south) and Petersfield Community Hospital (less than half a mile west). Open spaces near Petersfield include Wheatham Hill and Liss Riverside Railway Walk South.
- Schools near Petersfield include Morton House School (under half a mile south-west) and The Petersfield School (within half a mile south-west)
- Local pubs include The White Hart pub (within half a mile east)
Working with your venue
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
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 keeps things simple.
What wedding paella catering costs
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Whether you need crockery
- How many staff you need
- How many courses
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
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 to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Anything your venue supplies
- The date and rough timings
- Where the event is
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Paella compared with other options
A plated wedding breakfast needs a kitchen and a large team. Live paella needs a level, ventilated spot and the venue’s permission, and feels more relaxed. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We’ll send you a quote.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Events in Petersfield and across Hampshire
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Read How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Other catering in Petersfield
How the day works
Here’s how the day generally runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. Golden-hour photos in Petersfield at midsummer come around 9:20pm, so we can time the evening paella around your photos. Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September.
- Send us your wedding date, venue and numbers.
- We plan your menu course by 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.
Before we arrive
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Petersfield, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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What’s in the pans
Desserts
Spanish desserts from churros to crema catalana, or your cake as dessert.
Paella wedding breakfast
The main event: paellas for every diet, served straight from the pan.
Petersfield: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Peter's Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
What’s the nearest station to Petersfield for guests?
Petersfield has its own station: Petersfield station.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, Hampshire included. See all areas.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Can you do sangria?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Do you offer tastings?
Ask us about tastings when you get in touch.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Connect us with your coordinator
- Book early for summer Saturdays
- Check the venue’s rules for outside caterers
- Tell us when speeches will be
If speeches or photos run over, tell us, and we will adjust the cooking so the paella is served at its best.
A table tapas starter gets everyone sharing.
- 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