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Paella Party Catering in Broadwater Down
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Broadwater Down and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Retirement and leaving parties
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Paella party catering for your party in Broadwater Down
It’s easy to cater for a mix of guests: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood pan and a vegetable or vegan pan side by side. Children normally love a simple chicken paella. Whether it’s neighbourhood celebrations and baby celebrations, we will put together a menu of seafood paella, mixed paella and churros and more.
Parties around Broadwater Down are often relaxed, garden-and-gazebo affairs. Live paella fits right in. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Space, weather and the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Somewhere close to park and unload
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Broadwater Down
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
Common questions in Broadwater Down
Do you cater in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What’s the nearest station to Broadwater Down for guests?
The closest is Tunbridge Wells station, roughly 0.9 miles away.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell, and it’s a good smell. A friendly note to the neighbours helps.
How much does paella party catering cost in Broadwater Down?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
What affects the price in Broadwater Down
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Your choice of paellas
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Timings and hours
- How many staff you need
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- What the venue already provides
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of the space, if you can
- The venue or postcode
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Dishes our guests love
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who do not eat seafood.
What happens on the day
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. At midsummer, it is light in Broadwater Down 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 pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- 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
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Have a level space ready for the pans
How to get a price
Planning paella party catering in Broadwater Down? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
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Why live cooking beats a buffet
Compared with a barbecue, paella is served all at once, so everyone eats together. And nobody is stuck at the grill. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why choose Love Paella in Broadwater Down
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- We cover Broadwater Down and the whole of Kent
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Planners, venues and businesses
Organising a club, school or community event in Broadwater Down? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Party venues around Broadwater Down
Broadwater Down is about 1 mile south-west of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. For a party in Broadwater Down, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Broadwater Down to Brighton (26 miles away).
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as St Mark's Church, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Thinking of a party in Dunorlan Park? Cooking in a public park generally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Broadwater Down, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in TN2, TN4 and TN1, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your party is on Frant Road, Eridge Road and Ramslye Road or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. Being close to the A267, Broadwater Down is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Hawkenbury (1 mile east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (1 mile north-east), Rusthall (2 miles north-west), Langton Green (2 miles north-west) and Bells Yew Green (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Sevenoaks (12 miles north), Tonbridge (6 miles north), Kings Hill (12 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (7 miles north-east), Southborough (3 miles north) and Edenbridge (10 miles north-west).
A little further out are The Corn Exchange (0.5 miles north-east) and The Amelia (1.1 miles north-east). Open spaces near Broadwater Down include Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
- Schools near Broadwater Down include Rose Hill School (1.5 miles north) and Bennett Memorial Diocesan School (1.6 miles north)
- Local pubs include Sir Alf Ramsey pub (under half a mile south-west)
Why choose paella party catering in Broadwater Down?
It works whatever the occasion, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Broadwater Down:
- Naming days and christenings
- Big family gatherings
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Leaving dos and retirements
Historic houses near Broadwater Down include Groombridge Place (2.7 miles west) and Penshurst Place (4.9 miles north-west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Comparing caterers
- Whether VAT is included
- The wet-weather plan
- How late numbers can change
- Payment terms and deposit
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Should I cook it myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. 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.
- 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