Kent · England
Live paella catering in Singlewell or Ifield, Kent
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Singlewell or Ifield. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Milestone birthday parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Staff parties and work lunches
Paella catering in Singlewell or Ifield
Planning live paella in Singlewell or Ifield
Singlewell or Ifield is about 1 mile south of Gravesend, in Kent. Wherever your event is in the DA12 area, we will come to your venue or garden. We cook in all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 21 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Cobham College (1.8 miles south-east) and Starkey Castle (5 miles south-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early. If you’re celebrating after a service at a church like Church of St Margaret, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well.
Wherever your event is in DA12, DA11 and DA13, we can cook for your guests. That could mean an event in a garden on North Lane, Scott Road and Sandown Road. For events just outside Singlewell or Ifield, we cover Henhurst (1 mile south-east), Istead Rise (1 mile south-west), Gravesend (1 mile north), Windmill Hill (2 miles north) and Northfleet Green (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (12 miles south-east), Dartford (7 miles west), Sevenoaks (12 miles south-west), Tonbridge (15 miles south), Swanley (9 miles west) and Kings Hill (10 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Gravesham Museum (2.1 miles north) and Stone Castle (4.7 miles north-west). Open spaces near Singlewell or Ifield include Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
- Nearby schools include Thamesview School (1.2 miles north-east) and Saint George's Church of England School (1.3 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The George Inn (less than half a mile south-east)
Paella catering for your event in Singlewell or Ifield
Paella is generous food: giant pans, saffron colour and a toasted crust that everyone fights over. It turns a meal into an occasion. Popular choices include mixed paella, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella, and typical bookings are for summer garden parties and festivals, fairs and school events.
For a rural spot like Singlewell or Ifield, the countryside is part of the appeal: a giant pan in a garden or field fits perfectly. Tell us about access and the ground. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
The menu, dish by dish
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich fish stock, cooked until the rice is golden. It is typically the most photographed pan.
Vegetable and vegan paella
A slow sofrito, seasonal vegetables and a good vegetable stock make a paella that stands on its own. Vegan versions use plant-based stock.
How it works
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. Planning an evening event in Singlewell or Ifield? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September; once it’s dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
- You tell us the date, venue, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We put together a menu and a clear quote.
- We arrive early, set up the cooking area and start the stock.
- The paella cooks in front of your guests, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- It is served straight from the pan, and we pack down afterwards.
How to prepare
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Plan cover in case of rain
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Planning help
Should I cook it myself?
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. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Common questions in Singlewell or Ifield
Is Singlewell or Ifield close to London?
About 21 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you come out to small places like Singlewell or Ifield?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, Kent included. Find your area.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Do you provide drinks?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Will there be enough food?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Parking and unloading
- The length of service
- The number of people
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The date and rough timings
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the space, if you can
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
- Let us know about other food at the event
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
Let the paella rest for a few minutes before serving, and that’s when we invite guests up.
Bread, salad and lemon go well alongside and suit guests who are not big rice eaters.
Who books paella catering in Singlewell or Ifield?
It needs no kitchen, so it is at home in gardens, fields and marquees where other catering struggles.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Singlewell or Ifield, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Summer garden parties
- Big birthdays
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Retirement celebrations
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Singlewell Primary School, can book us as a food stall.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each dish
- Whether travel is included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Is live paella right for your event?
If you want something different from the usual buffet or roast, live paella adds colour, smell and theatre. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why us?
- Drinks service on request
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
Towns and villages near Singlewell or Ifield
More for events in Singlewell or Ifield
- 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