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Live paella catering in Davington, Kent
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event for events in Davington and across Kent.
- Summer garden parties
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Company summer parties
Planning an event in Davington?
About our paella catering in Davington
Paella was made for feeding a crowd: cooked outdoors in a wide, shallow pan and shared. That is what we bring to events in Davington. We are often asked to cater festivals, fairs and school events and family celebrations and christenings, with vegan paella, paella Valenciana and seafood paella.
In a smaller place like Davington, a garden party is often the simplest option: no hire fees, and live paella feeds everyone without anyone stuck in the kitchen. Let us know about access to the house. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Nearby places to Davington
What else we do in Davington
Common questions in Davington
Which station should guests use for Davington?
The closest is Faversham station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary Magdalene?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is typically elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
What does paella catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
Does paella work for big events?
Yes, that’s what it’s made for. We size pans and serving points to your guest list.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Will there be enough food?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Davington: venues, travel and local tips
Davington is about 7 miles east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Davington and the surrounding area. Davington is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 9 miles away.
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Davington Primary School, can book us as a food stall. Historic houses near Davington include Belmont House and Gardens (3.7 miles south-west). Historic venues frequently limit cooking, so ask early if you are booking one.
Here we cover the ME13 postcode area. Whether your event is on Ham Road, Back Lane and Quay Lane or a nearby road, we can cook there. For events just outside Davington, we cover Faversham (1 mile south-east), The Brents (1 mile east), Preston (1 mile south-east), Ospringe (1 mile south-west) and Oare (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (7 miles west), Whitstable (7 miles east), Herne Bay (11 miles east) and Minster (8 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Newnham Castle (4.2 miles south-west).
- Nearby schools include Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (0.5 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Bull Inn (under half a mile south)
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- How many courses
- Parking and unloading
- Guest numbers
- The paellas you choose
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The venue or postcode
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
Paella compared with other options
Vans serve one order at a time. A big pan serves many guests fast, which suits weddings and parties where everyone eats together. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why Davington hosts choose us
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Events in Davington and across Kent
Read How we price And The cost guide.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Somewhere close to park and unload
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we offer
- Vegan paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegetable paella
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Ask for labels on each pan
- Put allergy details in writing
- Have seats for most of your guests
- Mention any other courses or food
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We set up, cook and serve, and keep in touch with you or your venue about timings.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges make the meal go further and suit guests who aren’t big rice eaters.
How it works
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests usually gather round to watch while it cooks. Around midsummer it stays light in Davington until about 9:15pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:00pm, so summer evening events are normally served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and how many.
- We come back with paellas to suit your guests, plus any extras.
- Closer to the day, we confirm timings and the cooking spot.
- On the day we cook live, timed around your event.
- We serve, then leave our area tidy.
How to prepare
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Getting a price
Thinking about paella catering for your event in Davington? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
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Dishes our guests love
Paella Valenciana
Paella Valenciana is the original: chicken, beans and saffron, not seafood. It’s frequently the most popular pan at an event.
Mixed paella
A mix of chicken and seafood.
- 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