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Paella Catering in Radfield
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 turns food into part of your event in Radfield.
- Big birthdays
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
- Staff parties and work lunches
Paella catering for Radfield events
How our paella catering works in Radfield
Paella is generous food: giant pans, saffron colour and a toasted crust that everyone fights over. It makes the food an event in itself. For anniversaries and engagement parties and festivals, fairs and school events, we can cook black rice, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella for your guests.
In a small place like Radfield, events are typically in a garden, a field or a nearby hall. Country lanes and long drives are no problem if we know about them, and a firm spot near where we park makes set-up easier. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Dishes our guests love
Mixed paella
A mix of chicken and seafood, for guests who want a bit of everything.
Vegetable and vegan paella
A vegetable paella is not an afterthought: peppers, artichokes and beans with saffron, cooked in its own pan.
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What paella catering costs
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- The length of service
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The number of people
- Waiting and bar staff
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Anything your venue supplies
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Any dietary needs and allergies
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and food can sit out for a while. Paella is cooked live and served hot. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Why book with us
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
For event organisers in Radfield
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
The process
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell typically draws people over. Around midsummer it stays light in Radfield until about 9:15pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:00pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 3:50pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
- 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.
- It is served straight from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Give us a contact for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
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.
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. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Your questions about paella catering in Radfield
How far is Radfield from London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you cater in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including Kent. See all areas.
Does paella work for big events?
Very much so. We size pans and serving points to your guest list.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
What is live paella catering?
We bring everything needed to cook on site, cook in front of your guests, and serve when you’re ready to eat.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Are premium seafood options available?
We’ll suggest seafood to suit your menu and budget. Premium shellfish can be added.
Perfect for your event in Radfield
Paella is one of the few dishes that handles mixed diets easily, because each version is cooked in its own pan. Everyone gets the same kind of meal.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Community events and fairs
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Christenings and family gatherings
If you’re celebrating after a service at a church like Church of St Lawrence, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well.
Comparing caterers
- Space, access and power needs
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- When final numbers are due
Live paella in Radfield: local details
Radfield is about 2 miles east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Give us the address of your event in Radfield, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up before the day. Radfield is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 13 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Teynham station, about 0.9 miles east. Nearby historic houses include Belmont House and Gardens (4.9 miles south-east). Historic venues often limit cooking, so ask early if you’re booking one. Radfield is within about 8 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about vehicles and cooking, so check with yours.
For paella catering in ME9, we plan around your venue and your guests. For events just outside Radfield, we cover Bogle (1 mile south-east), Tonge Corner (1 mile north), Rodmersham (1 mile south-west), Lynsted (1 mile south) and Bapchild (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (12 miles west), Ashford (14 miles south), Canterbury (13 miles east), Whitstable (11 miles east), Faversham (5 miles east) and Herne Bay (15 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (1.9 miles west) and Bayford Court (2 miles north-west).
- Nearby schools include Sittingbourne Community College (1.2 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include Fox pub (under half a mile east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (2.6 miles north-west)
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
- Let us know about other food at the event
- Put allergy details in writing
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
Paella is at its best straight from the pan, so we plan service for when guests are ready to eat.
Sangria and bar staff can be added for your own drinks.
- 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