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Paella party catering in Bearsted, Kent
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Bearsted: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Paella party catering for Bearsted events
Events we cater in Bearsted
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
In Bearsted and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Christenings and naming days
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Big birthdays
- Leaving dos and retirements
Nearby historic houses include Stoneacre (1.3 miles south) and Leeds Castle (2.9 miles south-east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Questions to ask before you book
- Travel and parking costs
- The venue requirements
- Who provides the crockery
- Allergen information for each dish
Paella party catering for your party in Bearsted
Paella is made for relaxed parties: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, without any fuss. Whether it’s engagement and anniversary parties and milestone birthdays, we’ll put together a menu of mixed paella, tapas and seafood paella and more.
In a place like Bearsted, a garden party is normally the easiest option. Let us know how we can get to the garden, and we will bring everything else. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How long we’re needed on site
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many guests are eating
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Where the event is
- Your date and when you want to eat
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Hosting a paella party in Bearsted
Bearsted is about 2 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Tell us where your party in Bearsted will be, and we will plan access and set-up. Bearsted is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 22 miles away.
Thinking of a party in Mote Park? Cooking in a public park typically needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Holy Cross Church, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Bearsted is within about 3 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cater parties across ME14 and ME15. Your party could be at a home on The Street, Tower Lane and Roseacre Lane. For parties just outside Bearsted, we cover Weavering (1 mile west), Grove Green (1 mile north-west), Caring (1 mile south-east), Thurnham (1 mile north-east) and Willington (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Sittingbourne (9 miles north-east), Gravesend (14 miles north-west), Tonbridge (14 miles west), Faversham (14 miles east), Northfleet (15 miles north-west) and Minster (14 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include KIMS hospital (1.2 miles north-west) and The Mall Maidstone (2 miles west). Open spaces near Bearsted include Detling Hill.
- Schools near Bearsted include Valley Park School (1.6 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Kentish Yeoman pub (less than half a mile south)
Your questions about paella party catering in Bearsted
How far is Bearsted from London?
About 33 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Holy Cross Church?
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 typically elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Is halal food available?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it’s cooked separately.
Does it make a lot of smoke?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell, and it’s a good smell. Let the neighbours know.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We’ll make a plan B with you.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Many gardens work. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. A photo helps.
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks. At midsummer, it is light in Bearsted until about 9:15pm, which gives a garden party a long 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 choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, your venue or ME14 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
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Is live paella right for your party?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Why us?
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Catering across Kent, including Bearsted
- Drinks service on request
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Add a diet question to the invitation
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
Space, weather and the venue
We will be honest if a space will not work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in Bearsted
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
About the dishes
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well, and meat eaters frequently try it too.
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
- 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