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Paella Party Catering in Appledore
Planning paella party catering in Appledore? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Christenings and naming days
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
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Paella party catering in Appledore, made fresh on the day
It is easy to cater for a mix of guests: meat, seafood and vegetable or vegan pans side by side. Children usually love a simple chicken paella. For summer garden parties and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, we will put together a menu of tapas, churros and chicken and chorizo paella and more.
In a small place like Appledore, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the set-up. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it is ready.
What affects the price in Appledore
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Timings and hours
- Distance and access to the venue
- Waiting and bar staff
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Expected numbers
- Which courses you have in mind
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Nearby places to Appledore
What else we do in Appledore
Space, weather and the venue
If a space is not suitable, we will tell you, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
Live paella or other catering?
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And there is no host stuck at the grill. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why choose Love Paella in Appledore
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Events in Appledore and across Kent
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Dishes our guests love
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate.
Seafood paella
Seafood paella typically gets the photos, and is best served with lemon.
Why choose paella party catering in Appledore?
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Appledore, people book us for occasions like:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Summer garden parties
- Birthday parties
- Naming days and christenings
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 1.3 miles east.
Before booking anyone
- How bad weather is handled
- Allergen information for each dish
- Travel and parking costs
- What the price includes, item by item
Appledore: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Peter and St Paul?
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. Send us the reception address.
Do you come out to small places like Appledore?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Appledore.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
On request. Crockery or disposables are available.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans.
Do you cater for young children?
Of course. Children often love a simple chicken paella. Tell us how many are coming.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Let the neighbours know
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Plan where rubbish goes
Kids are fascinated by the giant pans.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
Parties in Appledore: gardens, venues and local tips
Appledore is about 8 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Tell us where your party in Appledore will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up. Appledore is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Appledore to Canterbury (21 miles away).
After a christening at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Historic houses near Appledore include Smallhythe Place (3.9 miles west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Near the coast, within about 6 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice.
Here we cover the TN26 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. That could mean a party in a garden on The Street, Old Way and Court Lodge Road. Close by, we cover parties in Appledore Heath (1 mile north), Stone in Oxney (1 mile south-west), Reading Street (2 miles west), Stone Corner (3 miles west) and Brattle (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (8 miles north-east), Hythe (13 miles east), Tenterden (5 miles north-west), Kennington (10 miles north-east), New Romney (7 miles south-east) and Staplehurst (14 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (3.6 miles south-east). The countryside around Appledore includes Orlestone Forest.
Working with your venue
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
How the day works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. For a late-May party in Appledore, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it is about 9:15pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Before we arrive
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
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