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Paella Party Catering in Basted
Looking for paella party catering in Basted? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Birthday parties
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Paella party catering in Basted
Live paella or other catering?
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Events in Basted and across Kent
- A quote that spells everything out
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Read Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
Paella party catering in Basted, cooked live
A paella party works in most gardens, if there’s a level spot away from fences and trees. Not sure? Send a picture. Typical bookings include engagement and anniversary parties and family get-togethers, serving mixed paella, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella.
A country party near Basted is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The length of service
- Waiting and bar staff
- Your choice of paellas
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
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.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Anything your venue supplies
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
Basted parties: what to know
Basted is about 5 miles east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Give us the address of your party in Basted, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up. Basted is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our events stretch from Basted to London (23 miles away).
Parks such as Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve usually need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as The Church of the Good Shepherd, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Basted, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For paella party catering in TN15, we plan around your venue and your guests. Local streets include Basted Mill and Plough Hill; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. Close by, we cover parties in Claygate Cross (1 mile south-east), Crouch (1 mile south-east), Borough Green (1 mile north), Platt (1 mile north-east) and Plaxtol (1 mile south). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (10 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south), Gravesend (11 miles north) and Tonbridge (6 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Ightham Court (1.3 miles north-west) and Sevenoaks Hospital (4.8 miles west).
- Schools near Basted include Wrotham School (1.4 miles north) and Wrotham School (1.4 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Plough Public House (under half a mile south)
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Dishes our guests love
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right.
FAQs for Basted
Do you come out to small places like Basted?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Which station should guests use for Basted?
Borough Green & Wrotham station, about 0.9 miles north of the centre.
Do you come to Basted?
Yes, we do. Basted is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Usually. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
Do you take everything away?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Will there be enough food?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
Events we cater in Basted
It is generous and sociable, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We often cook for:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Family get-togethers
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Nearby historic houses include Old Soar Manor (1.4 miles south-east) and Ightham Mote (2.2 miles south-west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Before you book anyone
- How late numbers can change
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether travel is included
- The wet-weather plan
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your party. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. A summer party in Basted stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Related guides
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Count adults and children separately
- Plan where rubbish goes
We’re set up before guests arrive.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
Also near Basted
What else we do in Basted
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we offer
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- 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