Kent · England
Corporate Paella Catering for Appledore events
Treat your guests to live paella at your work event in Appledore. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Summer parties for staff
- Launches and open days
- Away days and office lunches
Planning an event in Appledore?
How our corporate paella catering works in Appledore
We plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so even a big team eats quickly. For office lunches and away days and team days, we’ll put together a menu of vegan and vegetarian paella, canapé tapas and paella lunches for your guests.
For rural venues near Appledore, we can bring a hot lunch to the team. Tell us about access. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Corporate events around Appledore
Appledore is about 8 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. We cater work events at gardens, halls and venues around Appledore and the surrounding area. Appledore is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Appledore to Canterbury (21 miles away).
Central London is about 50 miles from Appledore, which makes it handy for team days out of the city. For staff and clients coming by train, the nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 1.3 miles east. The coast is within about 6 miles, so a seafood pan goes down well at summer events.
We cook at work events all over the TN26 postcode area and the streets around it. We can cater a work event on streets such as The Street, Old Way and Court Lodge Road. Other places close to Appledore for corporate paella catering include Appledore Heath (1 mile north), Stone in Oxney (1 mile south-west), Reading Street (2 miles west), Stone Corner (3 miles west) and Brattle (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (8 miles north-east), Hythe (13 miles east), Tenterden (5 miles north-west), Kennington (10 miles north-east), New Romney (7 miles south-east) and Staplehurst (14 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (3.6 miles south-east). Open spaces near Appledore include Orlestone Forest.
FAQs for Appledore
Do you come out to small places like Appledore?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Appledore close to London?
About 50 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
What documents can you provide?
Ask facilities for their list and pass it on.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Towns and villages near Appledore
Other catering in Appledore
Space, weather and the venue
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Menu ideas
- Desserts
- Canapé tapas
- Drinks service
- Bowl food
- Paella lunches
- Vegan & vegetarian pans
How it works
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. In Appledore, a summer staff party stays light until about 9:15pm; winter events, dark by about 3:50pm, need lit cooking and serving areas.
- First, we check date and venue.
- You pick the menu.
- We provide the paperwork.
- The paella cooks as your team gathers.
- Fast service, then we clear away.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
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Should I cook it myself?
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.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
For planners, venues and organisers
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Live paella or other catering?
Food vans can create long queues. Paella pans serve many people quickly. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why Appledore hosts choose us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
What corporate paella catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The paellas you choose
- Timings and hours
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The venue or postcode
- Anything your venue supplies
- The date and time of the event
- Which courses you have in mind
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Dishes our guests love
Canapé tapas
One-bite tapas served by staff during receptions.
Paella lunches
Two or three paellas served from the pan, quick to serve to a big team.
Why choose corporate paella catering in Appledore?
It suits summer parties especially well, paired with lawn games and music.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Summer parties for staff
- Team lunches
- Team days
- Open days and launches
Nearby historic houses include Smallhythe Place (3.9 miles west). Estates and historic houses can make memorable settings for client events, but they normally set strict rules for caterers.
What to look for in a quote
- The deadline for final numbers
- Staff numbers and hours
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- What the price includes, item by item
- 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