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Live paella catering in Westwood, Kent
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event for events in Westwood and across Kent.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Retirement celebrations
Book paella catering in Westwood
Paella catering for your event in Westwood
A couple of different pans covers everyone: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. Each is cooked separately, so diets are easy to manage. Whether it’s christenings and family gatherings and summer garden parties, we can cook vegan paella, chicken and chorizo paella and black rice.
In a smaller place like Westwood, a garden party is frequently the simplest option: no hire fees, and live paella feeds everyone without anyone stuck in the kitchen. Tell us about access down the lane or drive. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras.
Catering an event in Westwood
Westwood is about 1 mile south of Margate, in Kent. For paella catering in Westwood, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cook in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Westwood to Canterbury (15 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Margate station, about 1.4 miles north-west. Historic houses near Westwood include Quex Park (2.9 miles west). Historic venues frequently limit cooking, so ask early if you are booking one. The coast is within about 2 miles of Westwood, and seafood paella always feels right near the sea. Coastal wind means we plan a sheltered spot.
Anywhere in CT9 and CT10, we can bring paella catering to you. From Leo Road, Nash Road and Luna Road or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. Main roads around Westwood include the A254, which makes travel to your event easy. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Flete (1 mile west), Haine (1 mile south), Margate (1 mile north), Newington (1 mile south) and Garlinge (2 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Canterbury (15 miles south-west), Whitstable (15 miles west), Deal (10 miles south), Herne Bay (11 miles west), Walmer (11 miles south) and Wincheap (15 miles south-west).
A little further out are Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (0.7 miles north) and Public Library & Museum (Camborne) (1.4 miles north). Not far away are Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Schools near Westwood include Hartsdown Academy (1.2 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Orb pub (under half a mile north)
- Local facilities include Margate West (2 miles north-west)
More for events in Westwood
For event organisers in Westwood
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Who books paella catering in Westwood?
Outdoor events and live paella go together: it is cooked in the open, served hot and eaten together.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Garden get-togethers
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Birthday celebrations
- Retirement celebrations
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- Travel and parking costs
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- When payment is due
Why live cooking beats a buffet
With a barbecue, food comes in waves. Paella is cooked as one big dish and served together. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why us?
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Catering across Kent, including Westwood
- Drinks service on request
- Fast service from the pan
A closer look at the menu
Mixed paella
Chicken and seafood together, for guests who want a bit of everything.
Seafood paella
Seafood paella starts with a good fish and shellfish stock. The shellfish is added late so it stays tender.
What happens on the day
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. Planning an evening event in Westwood? Sunset is around 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
- You share your date, numbers and venue.
- We plan the menu with you, including every diet.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- The sofrito, stock and rice go in, and guests gather to watch.
- We serve hot from the pan and clear our cooking area.
How to prepare
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
What affects the price in Westwood
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Waiting and bar staff
- The number of people
- The length of service
- Starters, canapés and desserts
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
What to tell us
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Which courses you have in mind
- Anything your venue supplies
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.
Planning for every diet
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Mention any other courses or food
- Plan a meat, a seafood and a vegetable or vegan pan
- Have seats for most of your guests
Let the paella rest for a few minutes before serving, and that’s when we invite guests up.
We can add sangria and bar staff for your own drinks.
Westwood: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Westwood for guests?
Margate station, about 1.4 miles north-west of the centre.
We’re having a ceremony at Parish Church of St John the Baptist: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana.
Are premium seafood options available?
We will talk through seafood options when we plan your menu.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
How does live paella catering work?
We arrive with pans, burners and ingredients, cook while everyone watches, and serve at the time you want.
Is paella enough as a main?
It’s a full meal on its own. Many hosts add tapas first or dessert after.
- 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