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Paella Catering in Kenardington
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event in Kenardington and the surrounding area.
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Retirement celebrations
Paella catering for Kenardington events
Occasions we cook for in Kenardington
Few dishes cope with mixed diets like paella, thanks to separate pans for each version. Everyone gets the same kind of meal.
In Kenardington and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Naming days and family parties
- Milestone birthday parties
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of St Mary, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Before booking anyone
- The deposit and payment dates
- If the price includes VAT
- Allergen information for each dish
- The deadline for final numbers
Paella catering in Kenardington, cooked live
Paella has always been food for a crowd: cooked outdoors in a wide, shallow pan and shared. That is what we bring to events in Kenardington. We are frequently asked to cater retirement and leaving parties and company summer parties, with vegetable paella, mixed paella and seafood paella.
For a rural spot like Kenardington, the countryside is part of the appeal: a paella cooking in a garden or field feels right at home. Let us know about access and ground conditions. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Common questions in Kenardington
How far is Kenardington from London?
Roughly 50 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Kenardington?
Appledore (Kent) station, about 1.8 miles south of the centre.
What happens with live paella?
We cook from scratch at your venue in big pans, in front of your guests, and serve straight from the pan.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Is live paella good for a large crowd?
Yes, that is what it is made for. We plan the number of pans and serving points around your numbers.
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in Kenardington
- Seafood paella
- Vegan paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Paella catering around Kenardington
Kenardington is about 6 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. For an event in Kenardington, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Kenardington is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. Our events stretch from Kenardington to Canterbury (about 19 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Appledore (Kent) station is about 1.8 miles away.
This part of Kent takes in TN26. Other places close to Kenardington for paella catering include Hamstreet (2 miles east), Orlestone (2 miles north-east), Snargate (3 miles south-east), Bromley Green (3 miles north-east) and Ruckinge (3 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (6 miles north-east), Folkestone (15 miles east), Hythe (12 miles east), Tenterden (5 miles west), Cheriton (14 miles east) and Kennington (8 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Woodchurch Village Life Museum (2.7 miles north-west). The countryside around Kenardington includes Orlestone Forest.
- Nearby, you’ll find World's Wonder pub (less than half a mile north-east)
Other catering in Kenardington
Planning for every diet
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
- Ask about diets and allergies on your invitation or RSVP
- Put allergy details in writing
- Let us know about other food at the event
After service, we pack down our cooking area.
Tapas or canapés make a good start as the rice cooks.
How the day works
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s served at its best. Around midsummer it stays light in Kenardington until about 9:15pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:00pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:50pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- First, tell us 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.
- We serve from the pan, then pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
Getting a price
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. To start, use our quote form.
Related guides
Live paella or other catering?
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and generally costs more per head. Live paella needs only a level, ventilated spot and permission to cook, and it is entertaining too. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why Kenardington hosts choose us
- A clear, itemised quote
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Sangria and bar staff available
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- How many staff you need
- Guest numbers
- The paellas you choose
- Distance and access to the venue
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- What the venue already provides
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
Working with your venue
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Kenardington? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
DIY paella versus live catering
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. 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.
- 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