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Corporate Paella Catering for Herne events
We cook paella catering for office lunches, staff parties, team days and client events in Herne and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Launches and open days
- Conference lunches
- Team-building events
Planning an event in Herne?
Corporate paella catering in Herne, cooked live
A cooking station gets people mixing, which is exactly what a team event is for. Whether it is company summer parties and away days and office lunches, we’ll put together a menu of canapé tapas, paella lunches and vegan and vegetarian paella and more.
Teams near Herne frequently go for an outdoor lunch or summer party. Let us know about the site. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
FAQs for Herne
Is Herne close to London?
About 54 miles from central London.
Could we have live paella in Curtis Wood?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Is halal food available?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
Can staff get involved?
Ask us about it when you enquire, and we will see what works.
Should we have more than one paella?
Generally two or three, so every guest has a choice. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Can you send documents to our venue?
Tell us what your venue or facilities team needs, and we will send what you need.
Will there be enough food?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
What corporate paella catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Timings and hours
- Your choice of paellas
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Waiting and bar staff
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
The more we know about your work event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The courses you’d like
- The date and rough timings
- Anything your venue supplies
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your work event, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
Where we can cook in Herne
We will be honest if a space won’t work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Approval from your facilities team or building manager
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Herne
- Drinks service
- Bowl food
- Desserts
- Canapé tapas
- Paella lunches
- Vegan & vegetarian pans
Events we cater in Herne
It is perfect for summer parties, alongside games and music.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Team-building events
- Christmas parties
- Company summer parties
- Conference lunches
Central London is about 54 miles from Herne, so it is a practical spot for away days and team events.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each dish
- The venue requirements
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
What happens on the day
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. In Herne, a summer staff party stays light until about 9:15pm; for winter events, dark by about 3:50pm, we need lighting.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and timings.
- We confirm a menu, a quote and any paperwork.
- We agree access and set-up with facilities.
- We cook live and serve on schedule.
- We clear our area and leave it clean.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
Planning help
What’s in the pans
Bowl food
Bowls are perfect for mingling.
Canapé tapas
One-bite tapas served by staff.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Food vans can create long queues. Paella is served fast from the pan. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why us?
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Sangria and bar staff available
Take a look at How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Collect dietary needs when people sign up
- Include soft drinks and water as well as alcohol
- Check the building or venue allows live cooking
- Share the timings for food
Staff can serve canapés or bowl food during a reception.
Paella in bowls for standing receptions.
Herne for staff parties and team days
Herne is about 1 mile south of Herne Bay, in Kent. Wherever your work event is in the CT6 area, we can bring the pans to you. Herne is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook.
For staff and clients coming by train, the nearest station is Herne Bay station, about 1.2 miles north-west. Within about 2 miles of the sea, seafood paella is popular for team events.
Anywhere in CT6, we can bring corporate paella catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater a work event on streets such as St Martin's View, Ridley Close and Herne Street or the roads around them. Close by, we cover work events in Hunters Forstal (1 mile north-east), Eddington (1 mile north-west), Herne Common (1 mile south-west), Bullockstone (1 mile west) and Broomfield (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (5 miles south-west), Margate (11 miles east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (13 miles east), Whitstable (4 miles west) and Deal (15 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (3.7 miles west) and Tankerton Castle (4.4 miles west). Green spaces nearby include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby schools include Herne Bay High School (1.2 miles north-west)
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Places near Herne
Other catering in Herne
- 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