Hampshire · England
Wedding Paella Catering in Upper Chute
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Upper Chute.
- Weddings with mixed diets
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
Wedding paella catering in Upper Chute
Wedding paella catering in Upper Chute, made fresh on the day
A wedding paella is food and entertainment at once. Guests drift over to watch the pans while the photos are being taken, and the food arrives hot and plentiful. Whether it’s weddings with a Spanish theme and blessings and vow renewals, we’ll put together a menu of canapé tapas, table tapas and a paella wedding breakfast for your guests.
Rural weddings around Upper Chute have a magic of their own, and an open-air paella adds to it. Plan for access and a wet-weather cover. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Before you choose a spot
We will be honest if a space will not work. What matters most:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- A separate open-sided gazebo if the meal is in a marquee
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Table tapas
- Dessert
- Sangria & bar staff
- Evening paella
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Canapé tapas
Upper Chute questions
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Nicholas: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Is Upper Chute close to London?
Roughly 65 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is paella smart enough for a wedding?
It can be dressed up or kept relaxed, depending on how it is served.
What areas do you cover?
We cater across London and the South East, including Hampshire. Find your area.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan for them.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
How the day works
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. At midsummer, sunset in Upper Chute is about 9:25pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 7:10pm in late September.
- First, we check your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm the plan with your coordinator.
- Guests watch the paella cook during the reception.
- We serve and clear our cooking area.
How to prepare
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
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Organising for someone else?
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Is live paella right for your wedding?
Choosing between paella and a traditional menu?, think about your venue, your guests’ diets and the feel of the day. The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why Upper Chute hosts choose us
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- A clear, itemised quote
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
How we price wedding paella catering
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How long we’re needed on site
- Waiting and bar staff
- Distance and access to the venue
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- The address or venue name
- What the venue already provides
- The date and time of the event
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Upper Chute weddings: local tips
Upper Chute is about 6 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. We cook at weddings in gardens, halls and venues around Upper Chute and nearby villages. We cater in 683 places across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 26 miles away.
This part of Hampshire takes in SP11, and we can cater your wedding anywhere in it. We also cook at weddings in Chute Forest (2 miles south-east), Tangley (2 miles east), Redenham (3 miles south), Faberstown (3 miles south) and Clanville (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Andover (6 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles south-west), Ludgershall (3 miles south-west), Whitchurch (11 miles east), East Anton (6 miles south-east) and Overton (14 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.8 miles south-east) and Ludgershall Castle (2.8 miles south-west).
- Nearby, you will find Hatchet Inn (0.9 miles south-east)
What’s in the pans
Desserts
Spanish desserts from churros to crema catalana.
Paella wedding breakfast
A choice of paellas, served at the pans or to the tables, with bread and salad.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Tell us about suppliers who need feeding
- Confirm the venue’s catering rules early
- Decide whether guests queue at the pans or are served at the tables
- Tell us when speeches will be
If things run late, and we’ll adapt the timing so it’s still served fresh.
Table tapas make a sociable starter.
- 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