Kent · England
Festival Paella Catering in Otford
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events in Otford and the surrounding area.
- Sports club events
- School fairs and fundraisers
- Open days and community events
Festival paella catering for Otford events
How our festival paella catering works in Otford
We cook at festivals, fairs, markets, school and charity events, sports days and open days in and around Otford. We cook chicken and chorizo paella, giant-pan paella and seafood paella, and typical bookings are for crew, volunteer and VIP catering and race days and sports events.
Summer fairs around Otford are often run by volunteers, so a self-sufficient trader makes life easier. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan.
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Check how many portions traders can serve
- Feed crew and volunteers at set times
- Send traders one clear trader pack
- Agree waste arrangements with traders
At the end, we clear the pitch and leave it clean.
Bowls and forks for eating on the go.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Otford
Otford is about 2 miles north of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Events in Otford are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cater in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Otford to London (about 18 miles away).
School fairs, for a school like Otford Primary School, are a natural fit for a paella stall. For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St Bartholomew, a paella stall adds a hot meal to the cakes and tombola. Within about 2 miles is the Kent Downs National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
This part of Kent takes in TN14, so your event can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Station Road, High Street and Bubblestone Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Otford for festival paella catering include Twitton (1 mile west), Shoreham (2 miles north), Sepham Heath (2 miles north-west), Halstead (3 miles north-west) and Badgers Mount (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (15 miles east), Dartford (9 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south), Gravesend (12 miles north-east), Tonbridge (9 miles south-east) and Northfleet (11 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Kemsing Castle Bank (1.7 miles east) and Otford Heritage Centre (within half a mile south-east). Open spaces near Otford include Dryhill Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include St Michael's Preparatory School (0.7 miles east) and Knole Academy (1.7 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Woodman pub (less than half a mile north)
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Crew sandwiches are easy but dull. A hot meal keeps crew happy. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What you get with us
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Events in Otford and across Kent
- Fast service from the pan
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests usually gather round to watch while it cooks. Summer events in Otford have daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer and about 7:05pm by late September, which helps evening trading. Winter markets, dark by about 3:55pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- Organisers send us the event details, dates and pitch information.
- You get our menu, pitch requirements and paperwork.
- We arrive at the agreed time to set up the pitch.
- The paella cooks in full view, and we serve from the pan through the event.
- At the end, we clear our pitch.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Leave space around the cooking area
Getting a price
Planning festival paella catering in Otford? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Common questions in Otford
How far is Otford from London?
Roughly 18 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cook in Fackenden Down?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Do you come to Otford?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Otford. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Can you cook indoors?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you need water?
Tell us what’s available at the pitch and we’ll confirm what we need.
What documents can you send?
Send your requirements and we’ll include them with our application.
Why choose festival paella catering in Otford?
It copes with peak times, because it is served from big pans.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Otford:
- Community events and open days
- Country shows
- Seasonal markets
- Sports club events
For visitors coming by rail, Otford station is in Otford itself.
What your quote should include
- Staff numbers and hours
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
For event organisers in Otford
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Otford? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
About the dishes
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid for fish lovers.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky and filling.
What we need at the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Firm, level ground
- Vehicle access to the pitch at set-up and break-down
- Pitch space for cooking and serving
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Tapas
- Churros
- Giant paella pans
- Vegan paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
Places near Otford
What else we do in Otford
- 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