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Corporate paella catering in The Platt, Kent
Bring the theatre of live paella to your work event in The Platt. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Conferences and training days
- Christmas parties
- Charity and fundraising events
Book corporate paella catering in The Platt
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Corporate paella catering for your work event in The Platt
Work events need fast, inclusive food that keeps people talking. Live paella ticks every box. Whether it is christmas parties and fundraisers, we can cook canapé tapas, bowl food and vegan and vegetarian paella for your guests.
At country venues around The Platt, live paella brings a hot meal to wherever the team is. Let us know about access and parking. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Think about shade and seating
- Get facilities approval early
- Ensure there are plenty of soft drinks
- Ask what the venue requires from caterers
We keep the cooking area tidy and contained, and clear it away afterwards.
Canapé tapas for receptions and launches.
Business events near The Platt
The Platt is about 4 miles south of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. For a work event in The Platt, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around The Platt. We cook in 922 places across Kent. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 25 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Wadhurst Castle (3 miles south-east) and Groombridge Place (4.2 miles north-west). Estates and historic houses can make memorable settings for client events, but they typically set strict rules for caterers. Teams travelling in by rail can use the station: Frant station is about 1.7 miles away. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 4 miles, which suits team away days in the countryside.
Wherever your work event is in TN3, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. If your venue is just outside The Platt, we also cover Frant (1 mile north), Mark Cross (2 miles south), Eridge Green (2 miles north-west), Town Row (3 miles south-west) and Tidebrook (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Sevenoaks (14 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (4 miles north), Tonbridge (8 miles north), Kings Hill (14 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (8 miles north-east) and Southborough (5 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Tunbridge Wells Homeopathic Hospital (3.4 miles north) and The Corn Exchange (2.9 miles north). Not far away are Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
- Local pubs include The George Public House (0.9 miles north)
Your questions about corporate paella catering in The Platt
Is The Platt too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Is The Platt close to London?
About 33 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
How much does corporate paella catering cost in The Platt?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Do you work in winter?
Yes, if there is a covered, ventilated spot. Book early for December.
How many different paellas?
Generally two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Can we pay by invoice?
Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through it.
Why choose live paella in The Platt?
Sandwiches are easy but forgettable. Live paella is an event in itself. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What you get with us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
The process
When the rice goes in, it is left alone. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell typically draws people over. December events in The Platt are in the dark from about 3:55pm, so plan lighting where we cook. Summer events have daylight until around 9:15pm.
- We check the date and venue.
- You pick the menu.
- We provide the paperwork.
- Your team watches the paella cook.
- Fast service, then we clear away.
Preparing for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Waiting and bar staff
- How many guests are eating
- How many courses
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What we need to know
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Which courses you have in mind
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Facilities approval and any site rules
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Canapé tapas
- Bowl food
- Vegan & vegetarian pans
- Paella lunches
- Desserts
- Drinks service
About the dishes
Vegan and vegetarian pans
A real main for vegetarians and vegans, in its own pan.
Paella lunches
A paella lunch feeds a team fast, with every diet covered.
Planners, venues and businesses
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Places near The Platt
What else we do in The Platt
- 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