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Paella party catering in Brenchley, Kent
Looking for paella party catering in Brenchley? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Family reunions
- Garden get-togethers
Planning an event in Brenchley?
Paella party catering in Brenchley, 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. A plain chicken paella keeps children happy. Typical bookings include garden parties and summer barbecues and baby celebrations, serving chicken and chorizo paella, seafood paella and vegetable paella.
Country parties near Brenchley suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Why choose paella party catering in Brenchley?
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
In Brenchley and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Christenings and naming days
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Family get-togethers
- Garden get-togethers
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Parish Church of All Saints, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- How bad weather is handled
- Staff numbers and hours
- When payment is due
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
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The process
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. For a late-May party in Brenchley, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it is about 9:15pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Let us know the timings for the day
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Planning help
What’s in the pans
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Seafood paella
Seafood paella usually gets the photos, and is best served with lemon.
Is live paella right for your party?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why book with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Events in Brenchley and across Kent
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
Brenchley: your questions answered
Can you cook in Foal Hurst Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
We’re having a ceremony at Parish Church of All Saints: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
What does paella party catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Can you cook in the rain?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Planning the cooking area
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Count adults and children separately
- Let the neighbours know
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Add a diet question to the invitation
After service, we pack down, so the party carries on.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep hunger at bay.
Parties in Brenchley: gardens, venues and local tips
Brenchley is about 6 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. From the centre of Brenchley to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover 922 places in Kent. Our events stretch from Brenchley to Canterbury (about 31 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Paddock Wood station, about 2.2 miles north. Nearby historic houses include Scotney Castle (4.1 miles south). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Brenchley, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cover parties in every part of the TN12 postcode area. Streets in the area include High Street, Market Heath Close and Holly Bank, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Other places close to Brenchley for paella party catering include Petteridge (1 mile south-west), Matfield (1 mile west), Paddock Wood (2 miles north), Key's Green (2 miles south-west) and Colt's Hill (2 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidstone (10 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (13 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles west), Tonbridge (6 miles north-west), Kings Hill (8 miles north) and Foley Park (11 miles north-east).
A little further out are Old Scotney Castle (4.2 miles south) and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (3.9 miles west). Open spaces near Brenchley include Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Schools near Brenchley include Mascalls School (1.3 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Rose And Crown Public House (under half a mile east)
How we price paella party catering
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Guest numbers
- Distance and access to the venue
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Anything your venue supplies
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can send us your details through 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