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Paella Party Catering for Cheeseman's Green events
Planning paella party catering in Cheeseman's Green? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Family reunions
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Planning an event in Cheeseman's Green?
Paella party catering in Cheeseman's Green, made fresh on the day
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the whole menu is sorted. We’re frequently asked to cater family get-togethers and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, serving mixed paella, tapas and chicken and chorizo paella.
Country parties near Cheeseman's Green suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
Hosting a paella party in Cheeseman's Green
Cheeseman's Green is about 2 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. Give us the address of your party in Cheeseman's Green, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. We cater in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Cheeseman's Green to Canterbury (14 miles away).
Historic houses near Cheeseman's Green include Godinton House (4.3 miles north-west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Cheeseman's Green is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cover parties in every part of the TN25 postcode area and the streets around it. We also cook at parties in Finberry (1 mile north), Park Farm (1 mile north-west), South Willesborough (1 mile north), Newtown (1 mile north-west) and Kingsnorth (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (12 miles east), Faversham (14 miles north), Hythe (8 miles east), Davington (14 miles north) and Preston (14 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Ashford Designer Outlet (1.9 miles north-west) and William Harvey Hospital (2.1 miles north). Not far away are Hatch Park.
- Nearby schools include John Wallis Academy (2.1 miles north-west)
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
Booked staff help serve and clear so you can relax.
Tapas to start keep guests happy.
Events we cater in Cheeseman's Green
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Big birthdays
- Baby celebrations
- Retirement celebrations
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Ashford International station, about 2.4 miles north-west.
What your quote should include
- How bad weather is handled
- The venue requirements
- If the price includes VAT
- Payment terms and deposit
How we price paella party catering
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The length of service
- Parking and unloading
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Whether you need crockery
Larger events typically cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- What the venue already provides
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
The process
Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. At midsummer, it’s light in Cheeseman's Green 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.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- On the day, we set up and get cooking.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- It is served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Give us a contact for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
Planning help
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
FAQs for Cheeseman's Green
What’s the nearest station to Cheeseman's Green for guests?
The closest is Ashford International station, roughly 2.4 miles away.
Is Cheeseman's Green close to London?
Roughly 51 miles from the centre of London.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Frequently, yes, if there’s a level spot clear of fences and trees. Send a photo and we will check.
How long do you need on site?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
How many different paellas?
Usually two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
What’s in the pans
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going.
Where we can cook in Cheeseman's Green
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Cheeseman's Green
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
Towns and villages near Cheeseman's Green
Also in Cheeseman's Green
- 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