Kent · England
Live paella catering in Sheerness, Kent
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event makes the food a highlight of your event in Sheerness.
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Milestone birthday parties
- Company summer parties
Live paella catering in Sheerness
How the day works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. Planning an evening event in Sheerness? Sunset is around 8:50pm 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.
- You share your date, numbers and venue.
- We plan the menu with you, including every diet.
- We arrive early to set up the burners and pans.
- The sofrito, stock and rice go in, and guests gather to watch.
- Service is straight from the pan, then we pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Ask for a quote
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
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Paella catering in Sheerness, made fresh on the day
One cooking area feeds a lot of people, very little goes to waste, and the food is served hot. It is why live paella suits so many kinds of event. On the menu are vegan paella, black rice and seafood paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater milestone birthday parties and fairs, fêtes and festivals.
Around Sheerness, events are often in gardens, local halls or nearby venues. If the road in is narrow, tell us so we can plan the van. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated, and served as soon as it’s ready.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Events in public spaces, like parks, generally need permission. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
How we price paella catering
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How many staff you need
- Parking and unloading
- Whether you need crockery
- Starters, canapés and desserts
There is 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.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Anything your venue supplies
- The courses you’d like
Thinking about paella catering for your event in Sheerness? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Sheerness: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at Parish Church of the Holy Trinity?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
How far is Sheerness from London?
Roughly 37 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
How many different paellas?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll help you decide the split.
What if the weather’s bad?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
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.
Nearby places to Sheerness
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DIY paella versus live catering
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Live paella or other catering?
For something a little different, live paella brings colour, aroma and a touch of Spain. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Sheerness
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Take a look at Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
About the dishes
Mixed paella
Mixed paella brings meat and seafood together, and it is often the first pan to empty.
Seafood paella
Seafood paella starts with a good fish and shellfish stock. Shellfish goes in towards the end so it stays tender.
Space, weather and the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Vegan paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
Planning live paella in Sheerness
Sheerness is about 7 miles north of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We bring paella catering to homes, gardens and venues in Sheerness and nearby villages. Sheerness is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 18 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Sheerness has its own station, Sheerness-On-Sea station. Thinking of a picnic-style party in Barton's Point Coastal Park? Public parks usually need permission from the council or landowner for cooking, so check first.
Wherever your event is in ME12, we can bring paella catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include High Street, Granville Road and Millennium Way; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Sheerness sits on or near the A249 and A250, which makes travel to your event easy. Other places close to Sheerness for paella catering include Blue Town (1 mile north-west), Halfway Houses (1 mile south-east), Queenborough (2 miles south), Rushenden (2 miles south-west) and Grain (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Sittingbourne (7 miles south), Whitstable (13 miles south-east), Faversham (10 miles south-east), Davington (10 miles south-east), Foley Park (15 miles south-west) and Preston (10 miles south-east).
A little further out are Rose Street Cottage of Curiosities (within half a mile north).
- Nearby schools include Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey (1.6 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Crown pub (within half a mile north-east)
Catering for every guest
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Let us know about other food at the event
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
- Give us separate numbers for children
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We set up, cook and serve, and keep in touch with you or your venue about timings.
We can add sangria and bar staff to serve drinks you provide.
- 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