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Paella party catering in Bridge, Kent
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Bridge: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Big birthdays
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Planning an event in Bridge?
How our paella party catering works in Bridge
Paella is relaxed food: it’s served from the pan and shared, without any fuss. We cook mixed paella, chicken and chorizo paella and vegetable paella, and typical bookings are for street and neighbourhood parties and birthday parties.
In a small place like Bridge, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll plan the set-up. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
What we need at the venue
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Send a picture of the garden so we can check
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Bridge
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
Why choose paella party catering in Bridge?
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
These are some of the occasions we cater in Bridge and Kent:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Anniversary celebrations
- Family get-togethers
- Birthday parties
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Peter, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Questions to ask before booking
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- When payment is due
- Whether VAT is included
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Why choose Love Paella in Bridge
- Events in Bridge and across Kent
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- A quote that spells everything out
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
Catering for every guest
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Have bins ready
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Count adults and children separately
Booked staff help serve and clear so you can relax.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
Bridge parties: what to know
Bridge is about 3 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Tell us where your party in Bridge will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Bekesbourne station, about 1.2 miles north-east. Historic houses near Bridge include Goodnestone Park (4.4 miles east). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Bridge, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Here we cover the CT4 postcode area, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Your party could be at a home on High Street, Station Road and Western Avenue. For parties just outside Bridge, we cover Patrixbourne (1 mile north-east), Bishopsbourne (1 mile south), Bekesbourne Hill (1 mile north-east), Bekesbourne (1 mile north-east) and Kingston (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Ashford (13 miles south-west), Canterbury (3 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (11 miles south) and Ramsgate (14 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Canterbury Roman Museum (2.9 miles north-west) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (2.1 miles north-west). Not far away are Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Local schools include St. Anselm's Catholic School (1.6 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Bridge Arms (less than half a mile east)
Bridge questions
Do you cater in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Is Bridge close to London?
About 55 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
Is paella OK for kids?
Yes. Children normally love a plain chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, we do. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
On request. Crockery or disposables are available.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. Find your area.
The menu, dish by dish
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels, for the fish lovers.
Nearby places to Bridge
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How it works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you are free to enjoy your party. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. A summer party in Bridge stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What affects the price in Bridge
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Your choice of paellas
- How many guests are eating
- How many staff you need
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The date and rough timings
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, 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