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Paella Catering in Woodchurch
Looking for paella catering in Woodchurch? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
- Summer garden parties
- Leaving dos and retirements
Paella catering in Woodchurch
Occasions we cook for in Woodchurch
It suits relaxed, sociable events, where guests can mingle while it cooks and then sit down to share.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Milestone birthday parties
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Christenings and family gatherings
Parks such as Stone Wood normally need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each dish
- What the price includes, item by item
- Payment terms and deposit
- The deadline for final numbers
How our paella catering works in Woodchurch
Almost any venue with a level, ventilated spot will do: gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and festival fields in and around Woodchurch. For summer garden parties and weddings, from canapés to evening food, we can cook black rice, chicken and chorizo paella and paella Valenciana.
In a rural place like Woodchurch, the setting does plenty of the work: a huge pan in a garden or field fits perfectly. Tell us about access and the ground. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
DIY paella versus live catering
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.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Catering for every guest
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Plan seating for most guests: paella is easiest eaten sitting down
- Let us know about other food at the event
- Send allergies to us in writing
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We set up, cook and serve, and keep in touch with you or your venue about timings.
Sangria and bar staff can be added for your own drinks.
Dishes our guests love
Vegetable and vegan paella
Seasonal vegetables on a rich sofrito base make a proper main dish. For vegans, the stock is plant-based.
Mixed paella
Chicken and seafood together.
Catering an event in Woodchurch
Woodchurch is about 6 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. For an event in Woodchurch, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Woodchurch. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 19 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Appledore (Kent) station is about 3.5 miles away. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Woodchurch Church of England Primary School, can book us as a food stall.
Anywhere in TN26, we can bring paella catering to you. That could mean an event in a garden on Kirkwood Avenue, Front Road and Lower Road or the roads around them. We also cook at events in Brattle (1 mile south), Brook Street (1 mile south-west), Shirkoak (1 mile north), Appledore Heath (3 miles south) and Leigh Green (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (6 miles north-east), Hythe (13 miles east), Tenterden (4 miles west), Park Wood (15 miles north-west), Kennington (8 miles north-east) and New Romney (10 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Woodchurch Village Life Museum (0.6 miles north-west). Open spaces near Woodchurch include Orlestone Forest.
- Nearby, you will find Stonebridge Inn (less than half a mile south)
Your questions about paella catering in Woodchurch
What’s the nearest station to Woodchurch for guests?
The closest is Appledore (Kent) station, roughly 3.5 miles away.
Can you cook in Stone Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll help you decide the split.
Will there be enough food?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Do you bring everything you need?
Pans, burners and ingredients all come with us. You just need a suitable spot and access.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Somewhere close to park and unload
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
What we offer
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegan paella
What happens on the day
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. Around midsummer it stays light in Woodchurch until about 9:15pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:00pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 3:50pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a clear quote.
- Timings, access and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- We cook live on the day while guests watch.
- It is served straight from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Give us a contact for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, use our quote form.
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What paella catering costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Timings and hours
- Your choice of paellas
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- The address or venue name
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Planning paella catering in Woodchurch? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
Paella compared with other options
Food trucks and street-food vans serve one portion at a time. A big pan serves many guests fast, which suits weddings and parties where everyone eats together. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Woodchurch
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
Read Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
Places near Woodchurch
Other catering in Woodchurch
- 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