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Corporate Paella Catering for Sheldwich Lees events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your work event in Sheldwich Lees. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Office lunches and away days
- Team-building events
- Open days and launches
Corporate paella catering for Sheldwich Lees events
What’s in the pans
Vegan and vegetarian pans
Separate pans with plant-based stock.
Paella lunches
Paella is a quick, hot lunch for a crowd, with every diet covered.
Corporate paella catering for your work event in Sheldwich Lees
Work events need fast, inclusive food that keeps people talking. Live paella ticks every box. We are often asked to cater open days and launches and summer staff parties, with bowl food, canapé tapas and paella lunches.
Team away days in the countryside around Sheldwich Lees suit live paella: no kitchen needed, just level ground and access. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests generally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. For a Christmas party in Sheldwich Lees, it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so the cooking and serving areas need good lighting. A summer party has daylight until about 9:15pm.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers, timings and diets.
- We confirm a menu and a quote, with any paperwork your venue needs.
- Access, parking and set-up are agreed with you or facilities.
- The paella cooks in front of your team and is served at the agreed time.
- We clear our cooking area away and leave the space as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
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Common questions in Sheldwich Lees
How far is Sheldwich Lees from London?
Roughly 45 miles from the centre of London.
Is Sheldwich Lees too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What if the weather’s bad?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including Kent. Find your area.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
What affects the price in Sheldwich Lees
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Parking and unloading
- Waiting and bar staff
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What we need to know
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- The courses you’d like
- Anything your venue supplies
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Sheldwich Lees for staff parties and team days
Sheldwich Lees is about 3 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. Anywhere in ME13, we can cook for your guests. Sheldwich Lees is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 8 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Belmont House and Gardens (1.7 miles west). Estates and historic houses can make memorable settings for client events, but they usually set strict rules for caterers. Central London is about 45 miles from Sheldwich Lees, which makes it handy for team days out of the city. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 7 miles, rural team days are easy to arrange.
Anywhere in ME13, we can bring corporate paella catering to you. Nearby, we also cater work events in Sheldwich (1 mile north-west), Badlesmere (1 mile south), North Street (1 mile north), Throwley (1 mile west) and Throwley Forstal (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (9 miles south), Canterbury (8 miles east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles north) and Herne Bay (13 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Tower keep castle at Chilham (3.7 miles south-east).
Planning the cooking area
If a space is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
What we offer
- Paella lunches
- Desserts
- Bowl food
- Canapé tapas
- Vegan & vegetarian pans
- Drinks service
Events we cater in Sheldwich Lees
No kitchen required, so it works at offices, car parks, courtyards and outdoor venues.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Sheldwich Lees, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Training days and conferences
- Team lunches
- Christmas parties
- Open days and launches
For staff and clients coming by train, Selling station is about 2.4 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if it rains
- Space, access and power needs
- Staff numbers and hours
- What the price includes, item by item
Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Add a diet question to the sign-up form
- Confirm live cooking with facilities
- Have water and soft drinks available
- Plan shade and seating for outdoor events
Staff can serve canapés or bowl food during a reception, so guests can network while they eat.
Bowl food for standing events.
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
- 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