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Paella Party Catering for Chevening events
Looking for paella party catering in Chevening? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Christenings and naming days
Planning an event in Chevening?
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Timings and hours
- The paellas you choose
- Waiting and bar staff
Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Which courses you have in mind
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
Paella party catering for your party in Chevening
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in the garden or venue and cook as your guests chat. Whether it’s engagement and anniversary parties and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, we will put together a menu of seafood paella, churros and chicken and chorizo paella and more.
In a small place like Chevening, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
Your questions about paella party catering in Chevening
Is Chevening close to London?
About 17 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station should guests use for Chevening?
The closest is Dunton Green station, roughly 1.7 miles away.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Normally. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Do you do starters?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Warn the neighbours
After service, we pack down, so the party carries on.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Why choose live paella in Chevening?
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We will send you a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Chevening
- Drinks service on request
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Read How we price And The cost guide.
Also near Chevening
Also in Chevening
Chevening parties: what to know
Chevening is about 3 miles north-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We bring paella party catering to homes, gardens and venues in Chevening and nearby villages. We cook in all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Chevening to London (about 17 miles away).
After a christening at a church like Church of St Botolph, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Dunton Green station, about 1.7 miles east. Chevening is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cater parties across TN14. Close by, we cover parties in Chipstead (1 mile south-east), Sundridge (2 miles south), Dunton Green (2 miles east), Bessels Green (2 miles south-east) and Riverhead (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Dartford (11 miles north), Sevenoaks (3 miles south-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-east), Gravesend (14 miles north-east), Tonbridge (9 miles south-east) and Northfleet (13 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Sevenoaks Hospital (2.8 miles east) and Kemsing Castle Bank (4.2 miles east). Not far away are Dryhill Nature Reserve and Betsom's Hill.
- Nearby schools include Trinity School (1.7 miles south-east)
Who books paella party catering in Chevening?
It is sociable food, ideal when people want to mingle.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Baby celebrations
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Big family gatherings
Historic houses near Chevening include Quebec House (3.3 miles south-west) and Knole House (3.9 miles south-east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Comparing caterers
- Payment terms and deposit
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How bad weather is handled
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. 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.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
What happens on the day
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell usually draws people over. At midsummer, it’s light in Chevening until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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For event organisers in Chevening
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
- 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