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Live paella catering in Sinkhurst Green, Kent
Live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event in Sinkhurst Green: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Summer garden parties
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Community events and fairs
Live paella catering in Sinkhurst Green
Paella compared with other options
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and food can sit out for a while. Paella is cooked live and served hot. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What you get with us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Take a look at Our prices page Or Our guide to catering costs.
Paella catering in Sinkhurst Green, made fresh on the day
Paella is generous food: giant pans, saffron colour and a toasted crust that everyone fights over. It makes the food an event in itself. We are frequently asked to cater birthday celebrations and company summer parties, serving paella Valenciana, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
Somewhere as small as Sinkhurst Green, a garden or field is frequently the venue. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we will plan for them, and a firm spot near where we park makes set-up easier. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Dishes our guests love
Black rice
Black rice gets its colour from squid ink, and is typically served with alioli. It makes a dramatic second seafood pan.
Paella Valenciana
Valencians take their paella seriously. The classic version is chicken, green beans and butter beans with saffron.
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 Sinkhurst Green stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm; once it is dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and any dietary needs.
- We put together a menu and a clear quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, set up and start the stock.
- The rice cooks in full view, while tapas or canapés go round.
- We serve from the pan, then clear our cooking area away.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
What paella catering costs
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How long we’re needed on site
- How many staff you need
- Distance and access to the venue
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.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The address or venue name
- What the venue already provides
- The date and time of the event
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Your questions about paella catering in Sinkhurst Green
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for Sinkhurst Green?
The closest is Headcorn station, roughly 2 miles away.
Does paella work for big events?
Yes. Big pans feed plenty of people, and service from the pan is quick.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Do you do desserts?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
What is live paella catering?
We arrive with pans, burners and ingredients, cook while everyone watches, and serve when you are ready to eat.
Do you bring everything you need?
Pans, burners and ingredients all come with us. You provide a suitable spot and access.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Sinkhurst Green: venues, travel and local tips
Sinkhurst Green is about 8 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. For an event in Sinkhurst Green, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Sinkhurst Green. Sinkhurst Green is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 23 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Headcorn station is about 2 miles away. If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Frittenden Church of England Primary School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Sinkhurst Green. Check your venue’s rules on vehicles and cooking.
Here we cover the TN17 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Nearby, we also cater events in Frittenden (1 mile south), Knox Bridge (2 miles south-west), Hawkenbury (2 miles north), Staplehurst (2 miles north-west) and Cranbrook Common (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (8 miles north), Ashford (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles west), Tonbridge (14 miles west) and Kings Hill (11 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Kent Firefighting Museum (1.6 miles south-east) and Benenden Hospital (4.6 miles south).
- Pubs nearby include Bell And Jorrocks Public House (0.7 miles south-east)
DIY paella versus live catering
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.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Where we can cook in Sinkhurst Green
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Menu ideas
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Vegan paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Request clear labels at the serving table
- Choose two or three paellas so every guest has a choice
- Plan seating for most guests: paella is easiest eaten sitting down
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll serve, clear and help keep things moving, so you can enjoy your guests.
Tapas or canapés make a good start while the paella cooks.
Nearby places to Sinkhurst Green
What else we do in Sinkhurst Green
- 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