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Festival Paella Catering in Iwade
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events turns food into part of your event in Iwade.
- Country shows
- Summer fairs and fêtes
- Festivals
Live festival paella catering in Iwade
Festival paella catering in Iwade, cooked live
The cooking is part of the show. People stop, watch and come back to eat. For school and charity events and agricultural and county shows, we’ll put together a menu of churros, chicken and chorizo paella and vegan paella for your guests.
For events in a place like Iwade, one hot-food trader that suits most diets makes life easy. Paella does exactly that. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Iwade
Iwade is about 2 miles north of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Wherever your event is in the ME9 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. We cater in 922 places across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 17 miles away.
For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Kemsley station, about 1 mile south. For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of All Saints, a paella stall adds a hot meal to the cakes and tombola.
Here we cover the ME9 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Streets in the area include The Street, Sheerstone and Sheppey Way, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Howt Green (1 mile south), Kemsley (1 mile south-east), Milton Regis (2 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (2 miles south) and Murston (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (11 miles south-west), Whitstable (13 miles east), Faversham (8 miles south-east), Minster (4 miles north-east), Davington (8 miles south-east) and Foley Park (11 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Court Hall Museum (1.8 miles south) and Castle Rough (1.5 miles south-east).
- Schools near Iwade include Westlands School (2.4 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Woolpack pub (within half a mile north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (1.8 miles south)
Towns and villages near Iwade
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Events we cater in Iwade
Crew love a hot meal on a long day.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Christmas and farmers’ markets
- Summer fairs and fêtes
- Open days
- Feeding crew and volunteers
School fairs, for a school like Iwade School, are a natural fit for a paella stall.
Before booking anyone
- The deadline for final numbers
- A clear list of what’s included
- The deposit and payment dates
- How bad weather is handled
How the day works
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. For an evening event in Iwade, sunset is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- Tell us about the event, the crowd and the pitch.
- We reply with our menu, prices for visitors and requirements.
- Paperwork goes over in good time.
- We time the first pans for the lunchtime rush.
- When trading ends, the pitch is cleared and left clean.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
How to get a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Iwade, and we will put together a menu and price.
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Live paella or other catering?
Some traders struggle with vegan and gluten-free options. A vegan paella pan sits alongside the others. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why book with us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
See How we price And The cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels for fish lovers.
Giant paella pans
Huge pans of golden rice, cooking in full view.
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Book crew catering in advance
- Check traders’ packaging and waste plans
- Plan for vegan and gluten-free visitors
- Ask about peak-time capacity
Allergen details are available at the stall.
Vegan paella alongside the rest.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Prices and what affects them
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Travel, parking and access
- How many staff you need
- Whether you need crockery
- How many guests are eating
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Which courses you have in mind
- Anything your venue supplies
- The date and rough timings
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
FAQs for Iwade
Could we have live paella in Milton Creek Country Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Which station should guests use for Iwade?
The closest is Kemsley station, roughly 1 mile away.
What documents can you send?
Send your requirements and we will include them with our application.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll make a plan B with you.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Normally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
For planners, venues and organisers
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.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
- 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