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Festival & event paella in Ebbsfleet, Kent
We cook paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events in Ebbsfleet and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Crew, volunteer and VIP catering
- Village fêtes
- Country shows
Festival paella catering in Ebbsfleet
How our festival paella catering works in Ebbsfleet
Crew and volunteer catering can be timed to your schedule, so your team eats well on a long day. Typical bookings include crew, volunteer and VIP catering and charity and school events, with chicken and chorizo paella, giant-pan paella and vegan paella.
Rural events near Ebbsfleet can be a long way from food outlets, so a hot-food stall is a big help. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Why choose festival paella catering in Ebbsfleet?
One trader, many diets.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Ebbsfleet and Kent:
- School fairs and fundraisers
- Village fêtes
- Music and food festivals
- Sports club events
If your event is in Sandwich and Pegwell Bay, the organiser will need the landowner’s permission; we’ll supply our paperwork.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is included
- When payment is due
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Whether travel is included
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Should I cook it myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
The process
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. For an evening event in Ebbsfleet, sunset is about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Organisers send us the event details, dates and pitch information.
- We confirm what we’ll serve, our pitch needs and any paperwork.
- We arrive at the agreed time to set up the pitch.
- We cook in front of the crowd and serve from the pan all event.
- We clear the pitch and leave it clean.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Getting a price
Thinking about festival paella catering for your event in Ebbsfleet? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
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The menu, dish by dish
Vegan paella
Vegans get a hot, filling dish.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels for fish lovers.
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Access for unloading at set-up
- Your trader pack and site rules
- Firm, level ground
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Giant paella pans
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegan paella
- Tapas
Ebbsfleet events: pitches and permissions
Ebbsfleet is about 3 miles south-west of St Lawrence, in Kent. Wherever your event is in the CT12 area, we will come to your venue or garden. We cater in all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Ebbsfleet to Canterbury (12 miles away).
For visitors coming by rail, Thanet Parkway station is about 1.2 miles away. The coast is within about 4 miles of Ebbsfleet, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch, and seafood paella sells well by the sea.
Anywhere in CT12 and CT13, we can bring festival paella catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Other places close to Ebbsfleet for festival paella catering include Richborough Port (1 mile south), Sevenscore (1 mile north), Cliffs End (1 mile north-east), Way (2 miles north-west) and Pegwell (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (12 miles west), Margate (5 miles north), Dover (12 miles south), Ramsgate (3 miles north-east), Broadstairs (5 miles north-east) and Whitstable (14 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Ramsgate General Hospital (2.8 miles east) and RAF Manston History Museum (2.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Nearby, you will find The Sportsman pub (1 mile north-east)
What affects the price in Ebbsfleet
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The number of people
- How many courses
- The length of service
- Parking and unloading
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Which courses you have in mind
- Expected numbers
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Why choose live paella in Ebbsfleet?
Some traders struggle with vegan and gluten-free options. A paella stall can have a vegan pan alongside the rest. Larger events generally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why us?
- We cover Ebbsfleet and the whole of Kent
- A clear, itemised quote
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
Catering for every guest
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Make sure the line-up includes vegan and gluten-free options
- Check traders’ packaging and waste plans
- Ask about peak-time capacity
- Feed crew and volunteers at set times
Allergen details are available at the stall.
Vegan paella alongside the rest.
Ebbsfleet questions
Is Ebbsfleet close to London?
About 64 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station should guests use for Ebbsfleet?
The closest is Thanet Parkway station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
How long does the paella take?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
- 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