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Live paella catering in Wilsley Pound, Kent
Love Paella cooks live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event in Wilsley Pound and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Community events and fairs
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Paella catering for Wilsley Pound events
Who books paella catering in Wilsley Pound?
Live paella is made for outdoor events: it’s cooked in the open, served hot and eaten together.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Company summer parties
- Milestone birthday parties
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Retirement celebrations
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Cranbrook Church of England Primary School, can book us as a food stall.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- A clear list of what’s included
- Allergen information for each dish
- What happens if it rains
How our paella catering works in Wilsley Pound
Live paella catering means we bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients to your event and cook in front of your guests. When it is ready, it’s served straight from the pan. Popular choices include seafood paella, black rice and vegetable paella, and we are regularly asked to cater milestone birthday parties and weddings and evening receptions.
Somewhere as small as Wilsley Pound, a garden or field is often the venue. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we’ll plan for them, and a firm spot near where we park makes set-up easier. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated, and served the moment it’s ready.
Your questions about paella catering in Wilsley Pound
How far is Wilsley Pound from London?
About 39 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Wilsley Pound?
Staplehurst station, about 4.4 miles north of the centre.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Which paella is most popular?
Two or three is usual: a mixed or chicken paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. See the sample menu.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Also near Wilsley Pound
What else we do in Wilsley Pound
Before you choose a spot
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegan paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Wilsley Pound? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is served at its best. In Wilsley Pound, 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. For winter events, when it is dark by about 3:55pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
- Start with the date, the place and the numbers.
- Expect a menu idea and a clear, itemised price.
- A week or so before, we confirm the plan.
- On the day we cook live, timed around your event.
- We serve, then leave our area tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
How to get a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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Paella catering around Wilsley Pound
Wilsley Pound is about 11 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Across the TN17 area, we can bring the pans to you. We cater in all 922 towns and villages in Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 26 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Staplehurst station is about 4.4 miles away. Thinking of a picnic-style party in Crane Valley? Public parks generally need permission from the council or landowner for cooking, so check first. Wilsley Pound is within about a mile of the High Weald National Landscape, and country venues and gardens there suit live paella perfectly. Check your venue’s rules on vehicles and cooking.
We cater events across the TN17 postcode area. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Sissinghurst (1 mile east), Wilsley Green (1 mile south-west), Cranbrook Common (1 mile north-east), Flishinghurst (2 miles west) and Colliers Green (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles west), Tonbridge (13 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north-west) and Foley Park (12 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Benenden Hospital (3.4 miles south-east) and Sissinghurst Castle (1.6 miles east).
- Schools near Wilsley Pound include Cranbrook School (0.9 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Bull Public House (0.7 miles east)
The menu, dish by dish
Black rice
Arroz negro is coloured and flavoured with squid ink, and is usually served with alioli. It’s a striking addition to a seafood menu.
Mixed paella
Paella mixta combines meat and seafood in one pan, and it’s frequently the first pan to empty.
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Collect dietary needs with your RSVPs
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
The rice takes about 20 minutes once it goes in, so we start it at the right moment for your event. If plans change, tell us and we will adjust.
Crockery, cutlery and waiting staff are available if your venue doesn’t provide them.
What affects the price in Wilsley Pound
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- How many guests are eating
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Distance and access to the venue
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The courses you’d like
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
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- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff