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Festival Paella Catering for Yorkletts events
Looking for festival paella catering in Yorkletts? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Charity and school events
- Christmas and farmers’ markets
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Festival paella catering in Yorkletts, cooked live
Crew and volunteer catering can be timed to your schedule, so your team eats well on a long day. Typical bookings include country shows and food and music festivals, with chicken and chorizo paella, giant-pan paella and churros.
Near Yorkletts, events may be far from shops and cafés, so a paella stall is a welcome sight. 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 Yorkletts
Yorkletts is about 2 miles south-west of Whitstable, in Kent. Give us the address of your event in Yorkletts, and we will plan access and set-up. We cater in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
School fairs, for a school like The Whitstable School, are a natural fit for a paella stall. Events in parks such as Foxes Cross Bottom need permission from the council or landowner, and we’ll send any documents they ask for. The coast is within about 3 miles of Yorkletts, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch, and seafood paella sells well by the sea.
For festival paella catering in CT5, we plan around your venue and timings. Local streets include Ford Walk, Glen Walk and Coombe Walk; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Yorkletts for festival paella catering include Denstroude (1 mile south-east), Honey Hill (2 miles south-east), Whitstable (2 miles north-east), Blean (2 miles south-east) and Radfall (3 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (14 miles south-west), Canterbury (5 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles west), Faversham (5 miles west), Herne Bay (6 miles north-east) and Minster (11 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Tankerton Castle (2.9 miles north-east) and Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (3.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
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Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- How many staff you need
- Timings and hours
- How many guests are eating
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where the event is
- Which courses you have in mind
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and rough timings
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Catering for every guest
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Ask for allergen information at each stall
- Provide seating near the food
- Check how many portions traders can serve
- Ask traders about packaging and waste
We set up at the agreed time.
Larger pans for peak times.
Where we can cook in Yorkletts
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Clear information on power, water and waste
- Access for unloading at set-up
- Firm, level ground
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Churros
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Giant paella pans
- Tapas
Why choose festival paella catering in Yorkletts?
One trader, many diets.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Charity and school events
- Food and music festivals
- Sports club events
- Seasonal markets
For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Whitstable station, about 2.6 miles north-east.
What to look for in a quote
- When final numbers are due
- What the price includes, item by item
- Who provides the crockery
- Whether travel is included
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Questions from Yorkletts
How far is Yorkletts from London?
About 49 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Do you have the documents we need?
Send us your list and we will respond.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Do you come to Yorkletts?
Yes, we do. Yorkletts is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it is worth asking.
The process
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day. Evening events in Yorkletts have light until about 9:15pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Tell us about the event and pitch.
- We confirm menu, pitch needs and documents.
- We arrive and set up at the agreed time.
- We cook and serve throughout.
- We pack down and tidy the pitch.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Getting a price
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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Live paella or other catering?
If you want a trader that adds atmosphere, a paella pan delivers. The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book with us
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Drinks service on request
- No hidden extras in your quote
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
- 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