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Paella Party Catering for Cranbrook Common events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Cranbrook Common. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Naming days and christenings
- Birthday parties
- Family reunions
Paella party catering near Cranbrook Common
Step by step
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh. A summer party in Cranbrook Common stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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How our paella party catering works in Cranbrook Common
Add tapas to start, churros for afters and a jug of sangria, and the whole menu is sorted. For milestone birthdays and summer garden parties, we can cook tapas, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella and more.
Near Cranbrook Common, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll plan the set-up. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- The length of service
- Whether you need crockery
- How many staff you need
- Distance and access to the venue
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What to tell us
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The courses you’d like
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Why choose live paella in Cranbrook Common?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why Cranbrook Common hosts choose us
- Real theatre, not just catering
- No hidden extras in your quote
- We cover Cranbrook Common and the whole of Kent
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Have bins ready
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
Children love watching the paella cook, from a safe distance.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
Dishes our guests love
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
Your questions about paella party catering in Cranbrook Common
What’s the nearest station to Cranbrook Common for guests?
The closest is Staplehurst station, roughly 3.5 miles away.
Is Cranbrook Common too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Cranbrook Common.
What does paella party catering cost?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Do you do desserts?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Places near Cranbrook Common
What else we do in Cranbrook Common
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Cranbrook Common
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
DIY paella versus live catering
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Cranbrook Common? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Party venues around Cranbrook Common
Cranbrook Common is about 10 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Parties in Cranbrook Common are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cook in all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 25 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Staplehurst station is about 3.5 miles away. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Cranbrook Common, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For paella party catering in TN17, we plan around your venue and your guests. If your venue is just outside Cranbrook Common, we also cover Sissinghurst (1 mile south), Wilsley Pound (1 mile south-west), Knox Bridge (1 mile north), Wilsley Green (2 miles south-west) and Frittenden (2 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidstone (10 miles north), Ashford (13 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles west), Tonbridge (13 miles north-west), Kings Hill (12 miles north-west) and Foley Park (11 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Sissinghurst Castle (1 mile east) and Sissinghurst Castle (1 mile east).
- Nearby, you’ll find The Bull Public House (0.9 miles south)
- 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