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Paella Catering for Boughton Aluph events
We cook live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event across Boughton Aluph and Kent, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Festivals, fairs and school events
- Staff parties and work lunches
- Anniversary celebrations
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Paella catering for your event in Boughton Aluph
Everything is cooked from scratch on site, beginning with a sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, followed by stock, saffron and rice. On the menu are vegan paella, paella Valenciana and seafood paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater garden get-togethers and naming days and family parties.
Somewhere like Boughton Aluph, a field or garden is frequently the perfect setting. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
Common questions in Boughton Aluph
Do you cater in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Do you come out to small places like Boughton Aluph?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Does paella work for big events?
It is ideal. Large pans and fast service from the pan make it well suited to crowds.
Do you cover Boughton Aluph?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Boughton Aluph and the rest of Kent. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including Kent. Find your area.
Which paellas suit our guests?
That depends on who’s coming. A chicken or mixed paella is generally the most popular, alongside seafood and vegetable or vegan pans.
How much does paella catering cost in Boughton Aluph?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
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The process
Here’s how the day generally runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it is served hot from the pan at the agreed time. Planning an evening event in Boughton Aluph? Sunset is around 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
- You tell us the date, venue, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- You get a suggested menu and an itemised quote.
- On the day, we set up the burners and pans and get the stock going.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with any tapas served first.
- It’s served straight from the pan, and we pack down afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
For event organisers in Boughton Aluph
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Perfect for your event in Boughton Aluph
People book live paella because it is food and entertainment at once. The cooking becomes the centre of the event, and the food is hot and generous.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Boughton Aluph and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Big birthdays
If you are celebrating after a service at a church like All Saints’ Church, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well.
Before you book anyone
- How each diet is kept separate
- How bad weather is handled
- How late numbers can change
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Put allergy details in writing
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Ask for labels on each pan
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll serve, clear and help keep things moving, so you can enjoy your guests.
Bread, salad and lemon go well alongside and suit guests who aren’t big rice eaters.
About the dishes
Paella Valenciana
In Valencia, the recipe is fiercely debated. The traditional pan has chicken, flat green beans and butter beans, and it is a crowd-pleaser.
Mixed paella
Chicken and seafood together.
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Boughton Aluph
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
Boughton Aluph: venues, travel and local tips
Boughton Aluph is about 4 miles north-east of Ashford, in Kent. Across the TN25 area, we can bring the pans to you. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Boughton Aluph to Canterbury (9 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Godinton House (4.2 miles south-west). Historic venues often limit cooking, so ask early if you are booking one. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Wye station, about 1 mile south-east. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Boughton Aluph, a lovely setting for an outdoor event. Check your venue’s rules on vehicles and cooking.
We cater events across the TN25 postcode area and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Boughton Corner (1 mile east), Kempe's Corner (1 mile south), Wye (1 mile south-east), Brook (3 miles south-east) and Hassell Street (4 miles east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (4 miles south-west), Canterbury (9 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-east), Whitstable (12 miles north-east) and Faversham (8 miles north).
A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (3.7 miles south) and Tower keep castle at Chilham (3.9 miles north-east). The countryside around Boughton Aluph includes Hatch Park.
- Pubs nearby include Flying Horse Inn (1 mile south-west)
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and generally costs more per head. Live paella needs a level, ventilated spot and the venue’s permission to cook, and gives guests something to watch. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Why choose Love Paella in Boughton Aluph
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Drinks service on request
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Take a look at Our prices page 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
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