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Paella Party Catering for Betsham events
Treat your guests to live paella at your party in Betsham. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Baby celebrations
- Big family gatherings
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Paella party catering in Betsham
How our paella party catering works in Betsham
We cater parties at homes, village halls with outdoor space, clubs and hired venues. For street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers and engagement and anniversary parties, we will put together a menu of mixed paella, vegetable paella and tapas and more.
A country party near Betsham is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Why choose paella party catering in Betsham?
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones, and there is little waste.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Betsham and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Retirement celebrations
- Summer garden parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Nicholas, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if it rains
- Allergen information for each dish
- Whether VAT is included
- Travel and parking costs
Why choose live paella in Betsham?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why choose Love Paella in Betsham
- Real theatre, not just catering
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
See How we price Or The cost guide.
Towns and villages near Betsham
Other catering in Betsham
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Step by step
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. A summer party in Betsham stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Have bins ready
- Plan seats for most guests
- Give separate numbers for children
- Add a diet question to the invitation
Kids are fascinated by the giant pans.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
DIY paella versus live catering
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Planning a party in Betsham
Betsham is about 2 miles south-west of Northfleet, in Kent. We bring paella party catering to homes, gardens and venues in Betsham and nearby villages. Betsham is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We cook right across the region, from Betsham to London (about 18 miles away).
Historic houses near Betsham include Cobham College (4.4 miles south-east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. For guests coming by train, Longfield station is about 1.7 miles away.
Paella party catering in DA13 is planned around your venue. Whether your party is on Station Road, Crayburne and Park Corner Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. Main roads around Betsham include the B262, which makes travel to your party easy. For parties just outside Betsham, we cover Hook Green (1 mile south-east), Southfleet (1 mile south-east), Springhead (1 mile north-east), Ebbsfleet Valley (1 mile north) and Northfleet Green (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (14 miles south-east), Dartford (4 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles south-west), Gravesend (3 miles east), Tonbridge (15 miles south) and Swanley (6 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Darent Valley Hospital (2.4 miles north-west) and Stone Castle (2.1 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Chafford Gorges Nature Park and Sawyers Lake.
- Nearby schools include The Ebbsfleet Academy (1.5 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Ship Inn (0.6 miles south-east)
Your questions about paella party catering in Betsham
Is Betsham too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Which station should guests use for Betsham?
Longfield station, about 1.7 miles south of the centre.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
On request. Crockery or disposables are available.
Does it make a lot of smoke?
Paella is cooked over gas, so there is cooking steam and smell but little smoke. The smell is normally the best advert for the party.
Do you come to Betsham?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in Betsham and across Kent. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
What we need at the venue
Before the day, we’ll agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
What affects the price in Betsham
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Guest numbers
- Timings and hours
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Parking and unloading
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- The date and time of the event
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
- 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