Kent · England
Paella Party Catering in Charcott
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Charcott.
- Celebrations of life
- Milestone birthdays
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Planning an event in Charcott?
Paella party catering in Charcott, made fresh on the day
Most gardens can host a paella party, as long as there’s a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Send us a picture if you’re unsure. We cook tapas, seafood paella and churros, and typical bookings are for engagement and anniversary parties and big birthdays.
A country party near Charcott is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
Planning a party in Charcott
Charcott is about 4 miles west of Tonbridge, in Kent. For paella party catering in Charcott, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Charcott is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 24 miles away.
Parks such as Chiddingstone Castle Park and Gardens usually need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier. Historic houses near Charcott include Chiddingstone Castle (1.9 miles south-west) and Penshurst Place (2 miles south). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
For paella party catering in TN11, we plan around your venue and your guests. We also cook at parties in Hall's Green (1 mile north), Woodhatch (2 miles north-east), Bough Beech (2 miles west), Sevenoaks Weald (2 miles north) and Goathurst Common (4 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Sevenoaks (5 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles south-east), Tonbridge (4 miles east), Swanley (13 miles north), Kings Hill (11 miles north-east) and Paddock Wood (9 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Chiddingstone Castle (1.9 miles south-west) and Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (4.5 miles south-east). Not far away are Barden Lake.
- Pubs nearby include The Greyhound pub (within half a mile west)
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Have bins ready
- Add a diet question to the invitation
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
Occasions we cook for in Charcott
It’s generous and sociable, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Naming days and christenings
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Penshurst station, about 0.5 miles south-west.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether travel is included
- Staff numbers and hours
- The venue requirements
- What happens if it rains
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. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
What affects the price in Charcott
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The length of service
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- Anything your venue supplies
- The venue or postcode
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A photo of the space, if you can
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
Space, weather and the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Charcott
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Events in public spaces, like parks, normally need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
The menu, dish by dish
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Charcott: your questions answered
Could we have live paella in Chiddingstone Castle Park and Gardens?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Which station should guests use for Charcott?
The closest is Penshurst station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we will cook a separate pan.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, Kent included. See all areas.
Do you cater for children?
Most children enjoy paella, particularly a simple chicken pan. Tell us how many and their ages.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. For a late-May party in Charcott, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Getting a price
Send us the date, your venue or TN11 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, fill in our quote form.
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