Kent · England
Paella Catering for Hacklinge events
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event for events in Hacklinge.
- Office lunches and staff parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Summer garden parties
Book paella catering in Hacklinge
Paella catering in Hacklinge, made fresh on the day
We cook every paella from scratch on the day, beginning with a sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, followed by stock, saffron and rice. Whether it’s staff parties and work lunches and retirement and leaving parties, we can cook vegetable paella, black rice and mixed paella.
Somewhere like Hacklinge, a field or garden is frequently the perfect setting. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you’re free to enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. Evenings in Hacklinge stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm; once it is dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and diets.
- We put together a menu and a clear 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.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
Planning help
What we need at the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Menu ideas
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
About the dishes
Paella Valenciana
Valencians take their paella seriously. The classic version is chicken, green beans and butter beans with saffron.
Seafood paella
The secret is a well-made seafood stock. Shellfish goes in towards the end so it stays tender.
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Should I cook it myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
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. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Occasions we cook for in Hacklinge
People book live paella because it’s food and entertainment at once. The cooking becomes the centre of the event, and the food is hot and generous.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Hacklinge and Kent:
- Staff parties and work lunches
- Anniversary celebrations
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
- Retirement celebrations
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Worth Primary School, can book us as a food stall.
What your quote should include
- When payment is due
- Staff numbers and hours
- Whether travel is included
- Who provides the crockery
What affects the price in Hacklinge
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- The length of service
- How many staff you need
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Larger events typically cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Which courses you have in mind
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
Why choose live paella in Hacklinge?
If you want something different from the usual buffet or roast, live paella brings colour, aroma and a touch of Spain. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Hacklinge
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- A clear, itemised quote
Live paella in Hacklinge: local details
Hacklinge is about 2 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Hacklinge and the surrounding area. Hacklinge is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our events stretch from Hacklinge to Canterbury (about 12 miles away).
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of St George, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Sandwich station, about 2 miles north. Hacklinge is within about 3 miles of the sea, and seafood paella always feels right near the sea. Sea breezes can be strong, so we plan a sheltered cooking spot.
We cater events across CT14 and the streets around it. From Homemead Lane and Hacklinge Hill or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. If your venue is just outside Hacklinge, we also cover Finglesham (1 mile south-west), Marley (1 mile south-west), Worth (1 mile north-west), Ham (1 mile west) and Felderland (1 mile north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Canterbury (12 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (8 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north) and Broadstairs (9 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Sandown Castle (2.1 miles east) and Deal Museum (2.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Nearby schools include Sandwich Technology School (1.7 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Coach pub (under half a mile south)
Questions from Hacklinge
Which station should guests use for Hacklinge?
Sandwich station, about 2 miles north of the centre.
How far is Hacklinge from London?
About 65 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan for them.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we will cook a separate pan.
Which paella is most popular?
That depends on who’s coming. A chicken or mixed paella is usually the most popular, with seafood and vegetable pans alongside.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
- 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