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Live paella catering in Hawkenbury, Kent
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Hawkenbury. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Community events and fairs
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Book paella catering in Hawkenbury
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Let us know about other food at the event
- Tell us how many children are coming
Any staff you book serve and clear, so you can enjoy your guests.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges make the meal go further.
How our paella catering works in Hawkenbury
Paella was made for feeding a crowd: cooked in the open in a big, shallow pan and shared straight from it. That’s what we bring to events in Hawkenbury. We’re frequently asked to cater christenings and family gatherings and engagement and anniversary parties, with paella Valenciana, vegan paella and vegetable paella.
In a small place like Hawkenbury, events are usually in a garden, a field or a nearby hall. Country lanes and long drives are no problem if we know about them, and cooking close to where we can park helps. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
How the day works
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is still served fresh. Evenings in Hawkenbury stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a clear quote.
- Timings, access and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we set up and cook in front of your guests.
- It’s served straight from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
How to get a price
Planning paella catering in Hawkenbury? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
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Where we can cook in Hawkenbury
We will be honest if a space won’t work. What matters most:
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Vegan paella
- Mixed paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegetable paella
What’s in the pans
Paella Valenciana
Valencians take their paella seriously. The classic version is chicken, green beans and butter beans with saffron.
Seafood paella
Seafood paella starts with a good fish and shellfish stock. Shellfish goes in towards the end so it stays tender.
For event organisers in Hawkenbury
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Hosting a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Your questions about paella catering in Hawkenbury
Can you cook at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Do you come out to small places like Hawkenbury?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
Who clears up?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Paella compared with other options
With a barbecue, food comes in waves. Paella is cooked as one big dish and served together. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why Hawkenbury hosts choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Drinks service on request
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
What paella catering costs
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Your choice of paellas
- Waiting and bar staff
- Guest numbers
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The courses you’d like
- Anything your venue supplies
- Where the event is
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Paella catering around Hawkenbury
Hawkenbury is about 7 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Whether your event is in the middle of Hawkenbury or on the outskirts, paella catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover 922 places across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 23 miles away.
The High Weald National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Hawkenbury, a lovely setting for an outdoor event. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about vehicles and cooking, so check with yours.
Wherever your event is in TN12, we can bring paella catering to you. We also cook at events in Farthing Green (1 mile north-east), Devil's Den (1 mile north), Staplehurst (1 mile south-west), Cross-at-Hand (2 miles north-west) and Sinkhurst Green (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (7 miles north), Ashford (13 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles west), Tonbridge (13 miles west) and Kings Hill (10 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Brattle Farm Museum (2.4 miles south-west) and Sutton Valence Castle (2.6 miles north).
DIY paella versus live catering
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
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.
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What else we do in Hawkenbury
- 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