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Festival Paella Catering in Badlesmere
We cook paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events across Badlesmere and Kent, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- County and country shows
- Sports club events
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
Festival paella catering near Badlesmere
What’s in the pans
Giant paella pans
A pan the size of a cartwheel, full of saffron rice.
Vegan paella
Vegan paella cooked separately.
How our festival paella catering works in Badlesmere
Paella in a bowl is perfect festival food, on the move or on a picnic rug. We’re often asked to cater christmas and farmers’ markets and feeding crew and volunteers, serving vegan paella, seafood paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
Rural events near Badlesmere can be a long way from food outlets, so a hot-food stall is a big help. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Is live paella right for your event?
Burger stalls are common. A paella pan stands out in a food line-up. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Why book with us
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Events in Badlesmere and across Kent
- A clear, itemised quote
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Occasions we cook for in Badlesmere
It adds theatre to a food line-up.
In Badlesmere and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Seasonal markets
- School fairs and fundraisers
- Sports club events
- Country shows
Running a fête for a church like Church of St Leonard? A paella pan draws people in.
Before booking anyone
- The venue requirements
- The deadline for final numbers
- What the price includes, item by item
- How long the team stays
For event organisers in Badlesmere
Organising a club, school or community event in Badlesmere? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Running an event in Badlesmere
Badlesmere is about 4 miles south of Preston, in Kent. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around Badlesmere. Badlesmere is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our events stretch from Badlesmere to Canterbury (about 9 miles away).
For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Selling station, about 2.7 miles north-east. School fairs, for a school like Sheldwich Primary School, are a natural fit for a paella stall. Events in and around the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 6 miles of Badlesmere, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
We cover events in every part of the ME13 postcode area and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Sheldwich Lees (1 mile north), Sheldwich (1 mile north), Throwley (1 mile west), Throwley Forstal (1 mile west) and North Street (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (15 miles west), Ashford (8 miles south), Canterbury (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north-west), Whitstable (9 miles north-east) and Faversham (4 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Tower keep castle at Chilham (3.4 miles east).
- Pubs nearby include Red Lion pub (0.8 miles south-west)
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Check allergen info is on display
- Ask traders about serving speed at peak times
- Plan seating near the food area
- Put all trader information in one pack
If crew or volunteer meals are booked, they’re served at the agreed times.
Bowl food for easy eating on the move.
Nearby places to Badlesmere
What else we do in Badlesmere
FAQs for Badlesmere
Is Badlesmere close to London?
About 45 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Badlesmere for guests?
Selling station, about 2.7 miles north-east of the centre.
Can you cook indoors?
Usually we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
What do you need at the venue?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
How much does festival paella catering cost in Badlesmere?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
How long does the paella take?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
How it works
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it’s served at its best. Evening events in Badlesmere have light until about 9:15pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- You send us the event, dates and pitch details.
- We confirm what we will serve, our pitch needs and any paperwork.
- On the day, we arrive and set up our pitch.
- We cook in front of the crowd and serve from the pan all event.
- We pack down and leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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What we need at the venue
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- The event’s site rules and timings
- Access for unloading at set-up
- A pitch away from tents and structures
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we offer
- Giant paella pans
- Churros
- Tapas
- Vegan paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- 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