Kent · England
Paella Catering for Guston events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event makes the food a highlight of your event in Guston.
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Office lunches and staff parties
- Garden get-togethers
Paella catering near Guston
What affects the price in Guston
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Timings and hours
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The courses you’d like
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Diets and allergies you know about
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
How our paella catering works in Guston
Live paella works almost anywhere with a level, ventilated spot: a garden, marquee, barn, courtyard or field in and around Guston. Popular choices include vegan paella, chicken and chorizo paella and vegetable paella, and we are regularly asked to cater leaving dos and retirements and garden get-togethers.
For a rural spot like Guston, the countryside is part of the appeal: a paella cooking in a garden or field feels right at home. Tell us about access and the ground. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
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Live paella in Guston: local details
Guston is about 2 miles north-east of Dover, in Kent. Anywhere in CT15, we can bring the pans to you. Guston is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. Our events stretch from Guston to Canterbury (14 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Walmer Castle (4.7 miles north-east). Historic venues often limit cooking, so ask early if you’re booking one. Thinking of a picnic-style party in Connaught Park? Public parks usually need permission from the council or landowner for cooking, so check first. The coast is within about 3 miles of Guston, and seafood paella always feels right near the sea. Sea breezes can be strong, so we plan a sheltered cooking spot.
For paella catering in CT15, we plan around your venue. Streets in the area include The Street, Chance Meadow and The Lane, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Nearby, we also cater events in East Langdon (1 mile north-east), Church Whitfield (1 mile north-west), West Cliffe (1 mile east), Martin Mill (2 miles north-east) and Charlton-in-Dover (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (8 miles south-west), Ramsgate (13 miles north), Broadstairs (15 miles north), Deal (5 miles north-east) and Hythe (12 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Victoria Hospital (1.9 miles south) and Dover Castle (1.8 miles south). Open spaces near Guston include Dover Western Heights.
- Nearby schools include Guston Church of England Primary School (1.1 miles south) and St Edmund's Catholic School (1.4 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include Swingate Inn (0.8 miles south-east)
Is live paella right for your event?
A cold buffet is simple but has no theatre, and the food sits out. Paella is cooked live and served hot. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What you get with us
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Drinks service on request
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Your questions about paella catering in Guston
Can you cook in Connaught Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Is Guston too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Do you take everything away?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Which paellas suit our guests?
Most events choose two or three: chicken or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. See the sample menu.
What does paella catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Do you cook inside?
Generally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
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 for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
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.
How it works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you are free to enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. Planning an evening event in Guston? Sunset is around 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September; once it is dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and how many.
- We come back with paellas to suit your guests, plus any extras.
- A week or so before, we confirm the plan.
- On the day we cook live, timed around your event.
- We serve, then leave our area tidy.
Before we arrive
- Give us a contact for the day
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Leave space around the cooking area
Get a quote
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Guston, and we will put together a menu and price.
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Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Ensure each pan is labelled
- Plan seating for most guests: paella is easiest eaten sitting down
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
- Let us know about other food at the event
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We set up, cook and serve, and keep in touch with you or your venue about timings.
Sangria and bar staff can be added to serve drinks you provide.
Occasions we cook for in Guston
People book live paella because it’s food and entertainment at once. The pans become a focal point, and the food is hot and generous.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Summer garden parties
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Staff parties and work lunches
If you are celebrating after a service at a church like Church of St Martin of Tours, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well.
Comparing caterers
- When payment is due
- Whether travel is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
For event organisers in Guston
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
About the dishes
Seafood paella
Seafood paella starts with a good fish and shellfish stock. The shellfish is added late so it stays tender.
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