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Paella party catering in Broomfield, Kent
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Broomfield: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Family reunions
- Celebrations of life
- Christenings and naming days
Paella party catering in Broomfield
Paella party catering for your party in Broomfield
Paella is made for relaxed parties: it is served from the pan and shared, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. Popular choices include seafood paella, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella, and typical bookings are for garden parties and summer barbecues and anniversary celebrations.
In a small place like Broomfield, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
If you want special but not formal, live paella is hard to beat. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why choose Love Paella in Broomfield
- Catering across Kent, including Broomfield
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Before you choose a spot
Every venue is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
Dishes our guests love
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who don’t eat seafood.
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate, a sweet finish.
Towns and villages near Broomfield
Other catering in Broomfield
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
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.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Parties in Broomfield: gardens, venues and local tips
Broomfield is about 1 mile south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Parties in Broomfield are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Broomfield is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 6 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, Herne Bay station is about 1.5 miles away. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Bartholomew, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. The coast is within about 2 miles, so seafood paella often features, and we always plan for wind.
Here we cover the CT6 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Barley Close, The Meadows and Ladyfields, and we can cook for a party on any of them. We also cook at parties in Hunters Forstal (1 mile west), Herne (1 mile south-west), Hillborough (1 mile north-east), Millbank (1 mile south-east) and Hawthorn (1 mile east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Canterbury (6 miles south-west), Margate (10 miles east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east), Whitstable (5 miles west) and Deal (14 miles south-east).
A little further out are Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (4.4 miles west). Open spaces near Broomfield include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Schools near Broomfield include Herne Bay High School (1.7 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Huntsman And Horn Public House (within half a mile east)
FAQs for Broomfield
Is Broomfield close to London?
About 55 miles from central London.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
How early should we book?
The sooner the better, but it’s always worth asking. We will check availability right away.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including Kent. Find your area.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
What do you need at the venue?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
What happens on the day
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That is how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. Your guests will smell it before they see it. A summer party in Broomfield stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the 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 choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
How to get a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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What affects the price in Broomfield
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- How many staff you need
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Guest numbers
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Where the event is
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Your date and when you want to eat
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Catering for every guest
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Give separate numbers for children
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
Booked staff help serve and clear so you can relax.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
Events we cater in Broomfield
It suits mixed ages and mixed diets, from children to grandparents.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Big birthdays
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Naming days and christenings
- Big family gatherings
Parks such as Curtis Wood typically need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier.
Questions to ask before you book
- VAT, if it applies
- How long the team stays
- When payment is due
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- 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