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Paella Catering in Twitham
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 makes the food a highlight of your event in Twitham.
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Planning an event in Twitham?
How our paella catering works in Twitham
We cook every paella from scratch on the day, beginning with a sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, then the stock, saffron and rice. We cook vegan paella, mixed paella and black rice, and we are regularly asked to cater garden get-togethers and weddings and evening receptions.
In a hamlet or village like Twitham, your own garden or a neighbour’s field can make a wonderful venue. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Catering an event in Twitham
Twitham is about 7 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Twitham and the surrounding area. Twitham is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. We cook right across the region, from Twitham to Canterbury (7 miles away).
Historic houses near Twitham include Goodnestone Park (1.6 miles south). Historic venues frequently limit cooking, so ask early if you’re booking one. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Adisham station, about 2.4 miles south-west.
We cater events across CT3 and the streets around it. For events just outside Twitham, we cover Well Head (1 mile west), Staple (1 mile east), Shatterling (1 mile north), Wingham (1 mile north-west) and Barnsole (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (11 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include St Martins Hospital (5.7 miles west) and White Mill (4 miles east). The countryside around Twitham includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Nearby, you will find The Three Tuns pub (less than half a mile east)
Why choose paella catering in Twitham?
Paella is quick to serve and suits mixed diets, so it suits all kinds of occasions. It gives people something to gather round, too.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We frequently cook for:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Big birthdays
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
- Festivals, fairs and school events
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of St James, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
What your quote should include
- How late numbers can change
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- How long the team stays
- What the price includes, item by item
How it works
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. In Twitham, the sun sets at about 9:15pm in late June and about 7:00pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and diets.
- You get a suggested menu and an itemised quote.
- On the day, we set up the burners and pans and get the stock going.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with any tapas served first.
- We serve from the pan, then clear our cooking area away.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
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Organising for someone else?
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
- Put allergy details in writing
- Mention any other courses or food
- Plan seating for most guests: paella is easiest eaten sitting down
Paella is at its best straight from the pan, so we serve when guests are ready.
Tapas or canapés make a good start while the paella cooks.
Questions from Twitham
Is Twitham too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Which station should guests use for Twitham?
The closest is Adisham station, roughly 2.4 miles away.
Do you cook inside?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it’s cooked separately.
How many paellas should we have?
Normally two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
Do you cater in Twitham?
We do. We cook at events in Twitham and across Kent. Send us your date to check availability.
DIY paella versus live catering
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Before you choose a spot
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegan paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
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What paella catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How long we’re needed on site
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Distance and access to the venue
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Anything your venue supplies
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Send us the date, your venue or CT3 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A cold buffet is simple but has no theatre, and food can sit out for a while. Paella is cooked live and served hot. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Twitham
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Catering across Kent, including Twitham
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- 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