Kent · England
Corporate Paella Catering in Hollingbourne
Bring the theatre of live paella to your work event in Hollingbourne. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Client hospitality
- Christmas and end-of-year parties
- Product launches and open days
Corporate paella catering for Hollingbourne events
The process
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. In Hollingbourne, 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 pack down and leave the space tidy.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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Corporate paella catering for your work event in Hollingbourne
At client events, presentation counts: canapé tapas and small bowls of paella served by staff feel polished. Whether it’s charity days and customer events, we’ll put together a menu of canapé tapas, Spanish desserts and vegan and vegetarian paella.
At country venues around Hollingbourne, live paella brings a hot meal to wherever the team is. Tell us about access. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
Towns and villages near Hollingbourne
What else we do in Hollingbourne
Dishes our guests love
Bowl food
Bowls are perfect for mingling.
Vegan and vegetarian pans
A real main for vegetarians and vegans, in its own pan.
Work events in Hollingbourne: access and travel
Hollingbourne is about 5 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Whether your work event is in the middle of Hollingbourne or on the outskirts, corporate paella catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Hollingbourne is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our events stretch from Hollingbourne to Canterbury (about 19 miles away).
Hollingbourne is about 36 miles from central London, so it’s a practical spot for away days and team events. For staff and clients coming by train, the nearest station is Hollingbourne station, about 0.6 miles west. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about a mile, which suits team away days in the countryside.
We cook at work events all over ME17. Whether your work event is on Upper Street, Pilgrims Way and Hollingbourne Hill or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. If your venue is just outside Hollingbourne, we also cover Eyhorne Street (1 mile south-west), Broad Street (1 mile north-west), Chegworth (2 miles south), Ashbank (2 miles south-west) and Broomfield (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (5 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north-east), Faversham (11 miles east), Minster (13 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (10 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Laundry Museum (0.9 miles south-west) and Leeds Castle (1.3 miles south-west). Not far away are Detling Hill.
- Local pubs include Glyder House Sugar Loaves Public House (0.7 miles south-west)
Planning for every diet
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Confirm live cooking with facilities
- Plan shade and seating for outdoor events
- Tell us how long the food break is
- Collect dietary needs when people sign up
The space is left clean and tidy.
Churros or Spanish desserts to finish.
Who books corporate paella catering in Hollingbourne?
Nobody is left out: every diet gets a hot main.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Hollingbourne book us for occasions like:
- Team lunches
- Team-building events
- Conference lunches
- Company summer parties
Nearby historic houses include Leeds Castle (1.3 miles south-west) and Stoneacre (3 miles west). Estates and historic houses can make memorable settings for client events, but they generally set strict rules for caterers.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- When payment is due
- Whether travel is included
- The deadline for final numbers
What corporate paella catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The number of people
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Distance and access to the venue
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where the event is
- Anything your venue supplies
- Expected numbers
- Diets and allergies you know about
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
If you want catering that becomes part of the event, live paella is a strong choice. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- A clear, itemised quote
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
FAQs for Hollingbourne
Which station should guests use for Hollingbourne?
The closest is Hollingbourne station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Hollingbourne?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
Can you cook at our office?
Courtyards and terraces frequently work, if the building allows it.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
Do you work in winter?
With the right covered space, yes. Hot paella in winter is popular.
Do you do desserts?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Should I cook it myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. 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.
Space, weather and the venue
We’ll be honest if a space will not work. What matters most:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Approval from your facilities team or building manager
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Canapé tapas
- Vegan & vegetarian pans
- Bowl food
- Drinks service
- Desserts
- Paella lunches
- 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