Kent · England
Corporate paella catering in Stede Quarter, Kent
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for office lunches, staff parties, team days and client events makes the food a highlight of your work event in Stede Quarter.
- Charity and fundraising events
- Company summer parties
- Product launches and open days
Corporate paella catering in Stede Quarter
Business events near Stede Quarter
Stede Quarter is about 9 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Anywhere in TN27, we can cook for your guests. Stede Quarter is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 21 miles away.
For staff and clients coming by train, the nearest station is Headcorn station, about 4 miles north-west. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles, which suits team away days in the countryside.
Corporate paella catering in TN27 is planned around your venue and your guests. Close by, we cover work events in Woolpack Corner (1 mile south-west), Curteis' Corner (1 mile north-west), Biddenden (1 mile west), Standen (1 mile north-west) and Durrant Green (1 mile south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidstone (12 miles north-west), Ashford (9 miles east), Foley Park (13 miles north-west), Paddock Wood (13 miles west), Tenterden (3 miles south) and Bearsted (12 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Benenden Hospital (3.1 miles south-west) and Kent Firefighting Museum (2.9 miles north-west).
Corporate paella catering in Stede Quarter, cooked live
Guests gather round to watch it cook, and once it is ready, a queue moves fast because it is served straight from the pan. Typical bookings include summer parties for staff and charity and fundraising events, serving canapé tapas, bowl food and vegan and vegetarian paella.
For rural venues near Stede Quarter, we can bring a hot lunch to the team. Let us know about access and parking. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
How it works
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it is served at its best. In Stede Quarter, a summer staff party stays light until about 9:15pm; for winter events, dark by about 3:50pm, we need lighting.
- Tell us the date, venue, headcount and timings.
- You get a menu, a price and documents.
- 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
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, your venue or TN27 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Working with your venue
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Planning the cooking area
Before the day, we’ll agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- Sign-off from facilities for live cooking
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Stede Quarter
- Desserts
- Bowl food
- Drinks service
- Canapé tapas
- Vegan & vegetarian pans
- Paella lunches
Places near Stede Quarter
Other catering in Stede Quarter
What corporate paella catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The number of people
- The paellas you choose
- Waiting and bar staff
- Starters, canapés and desserts
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The address or venue name
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Who books corporate paella catering in Stede Quarter?
It includes everyone: every diet gets a hot main.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Team lunches
- Client and customer events
- Conference lunches
- Product launches and open days
Central London is about 42 miles from Stede Quarter, which makes it handy for team days out of the city.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and deposit
- VAT, if it applies
- Who provides the crockery
- How late numbers can change
About the dishes
Paella lunches
A paella lunch feeds a team fast, with every diet covered.
Bowl food
Paella in bowls for standing receptions and networking events.
Why choose live paella in Stede Quarter?
Buffet food sits out. Paella is served hot as soon as it’s ready. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Stede Quarter hosts choose us
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- A quote that spells everything out
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Take a look at Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Stede Quarter questions
What’s the nearest station to Stede Quarter for guests?
The closest is Headcorn station, roughly 4 miles away.
Do you cater in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Can you serve a large team in a lunch break?
Yes. Paella is served straight from the pan, and we plan pans and serving points around your timings.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
How does payment work for businesses?
Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how we work.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
- 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