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Paella Party Catering for Coldred events
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Coldred and Kent, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Summer garden parties
- Big birthdays
Paella party catering for Coldred events
Paella party catering for your party in Coldred
You get to enjoy your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. We take care of the food. On the menu are vegetable paella, churros and mixed paella, and typical bookings are for retirement and leaving parties and naming days and christenings.
In a small place like Coldred, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the set-up. You will know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras.
Why choose live paella in Coldred?
Compared with a barbecue, paella is served all at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And there is no host stuck at the grill. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- A quote that spells everything out
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Count adults and children separately
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
A jug of sangria sets the tone, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
Step by step
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. For a late-May party in Coldred, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:15pm. If the party runs past dark, we’ll 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.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- It’s served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Leave space around the cooking area
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Organising for someone else?
Organising a club, school or community event in Coldred? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Dishes our guests love
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well.
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going while they watch the pans.
FAQs for Coldred
Is Coldred close to London?
About 62 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is Coldred too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana.
Will the neighbours notice?
Paella is cooked over gas, so there is cooking steam and smell but little smoke. The smell is normally the best advert for the party.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Most gardens are fine. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. A picture helps.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Where we can cook in Coldred
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Coldred
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
Hosting a paella party in Coldred
Coldred is about 4 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. Whether your party is in the middle of Coldred or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Coldred is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We cook right across the region, from Coldred to Canterbury (about 10 miles away).
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Pancras, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Historic houses near Coldred include Goodnestone Park (4.6 miles north). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Coldred is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook. The coast is within about 5 miles, so seafood paella often features, with shelter from the breeze planned in.
We cover parties in every part of CT15 and the streets around it. If your venue is just outside Coldred, we also cover Sibertswold (1 mile north-west), Lydden (1 mile south), Waldershare (1 mile north-east), Halfway Street (1 mile west) and Eythorne (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (10 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north-east), Dover (4 miles south-east), Folkestone (7 miles south-west), Ramsgate (13 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (15 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Dover Castle (4.8 miles south-east) and Dover Transport Museum (2.6 miles south-east). Not far away are Dover Western Heights.
- Nearby, you will find The Bell Inn (0.7 miles north-west)
Towns and villages near Coldred
Other catering in Coldred
Perfect for your party in Coldred
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Coldred and Kent:
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Naming days and christenings
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Street and neighbourhood parties
If guests are coming by rail, Shepherds Well station is about 1.1 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- A clear list of what’s included
- How long the team stays
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether travel is included
- 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