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Paella Party Catering for Crockham Hill events
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Crockham Hill: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, in full view of your guests.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Birthday parties
Paella party catering in Crockham Hill
Paella party catering in Crockham Hill, cooked live
Mixed groups are easy: meat, seafood and vegetable or vegan pans side by side. A plain chicken paella keeps children happy. For neighbourhood celebrations and christenings and naming days, we can cook vegetable paella, chicken and chorizo paella and churros for your guests.
Country parties near Crockham Hill suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
What happens on the day
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests generally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. Sunset in Crockham Hill is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Planning help
How we price paella party catering
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Travel, parking and access
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Your choice of paellas
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Where the event is
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
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, use our quote form.
What’s in the pans
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well, and meat eaters frequently try it too.
Towns and villages near Crockham Hill
Also in Crockham Hill
Your questions about paella party catering in Crockham Hill
Which station should guests use for Crockham Hill?
The closest is Edenbridge station, roughly 1.9 miles away.
Is Crockham Hill 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.
What does paella party catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Generally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a photo.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
How far in advance should we book?
Early is best, but ask even if it’s soon. Send your date and we will check.
Before you choose a spot
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Crockham Hill
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
Why choose paella party catering in Crockham Hill?
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Milestone birthdays
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Celebrations of life
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Historic houses near Crockham Hill include Chartwell (1 mile north-east) and Quebec House (2.2 miles north). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- What the price includes, item by item
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- The venue requirements
Party venues around Crockham Hill
Crockham Hill is about 6 miles south-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We cater parties at homes, gardens and venues in Crockham Hill. Crockham Hill is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. Our nearest city page is London, about 19 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Holy Trinity Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. For guests coming by train, Edenbridge station is about 1.9 miles away.
We cover parties in every part of TN8. Streets in the area include Deanery Road, Main Road and Spout Lane, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Nearby, we also cater parties in Goodley Stock (1 mile north), Pootings (1 mile south-east), Puddledock (1 mile east), The Chart (1 mile north-west) and Troy Town (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Sevenoaks (6 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles south-east), Tonbridge (10 miles east), Swanley (12 miles north-east), Kings Hill (15 miles east) and Paddock Wood (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Hever Castle (4 miles south-east) and Haxted Watermill Museum (3.4 miles south-west). Not far away are Betsom's Hill and Dryhill Nature Reserve.
Organising for someone else?
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Why choose live paella in Crockham Hill?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
What you get with us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Drinks service on request
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Fast service from the pan
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
- 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