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Paella party catering in Doddington, Kent
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Doddington and across Kent.
- Big birthdays
- Anniversary celebrations
- Naming days and christenings
Paella party catering near Doddington
Working with your venue
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
How our paella party catering works in Doddington
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. We’re frequently asked to cater retirement and leaving parties and street and neighbourhood parties, serving seafood paella, chicken and chorizo paella and mixed paella.
Country parties near Doddington suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
How we price paella party catering
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Parking and unloading
- Timings and hours
- The paellas you choose
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- What the venue already provides
- Roughly how many adults and children
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Tapas
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
Common questions in Doddington
What’s the nearest station to Doddington for guests?
Teynham station, about 4 miles north-east of the centre.
Is Doddington close to London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
What about pudding?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Do you come to Doddington?
We do. We cook at events in Doddington and across Kent. Send us your date to check availability.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Why choose paella party catering in Doddington?
It works for all ages and diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Retirement celebrations
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Milestone birthdays
- Family reunions
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Teynham station, about 4 miles north-east.
Before booking anyone
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether travel is included
- Space, access and power needs
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Let the neighbours know
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Sangria sets the mood.
A closer look at the menu
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene.
Doddington parties: what to know
Doddington is about 5 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Give us the address of your party in Doddington, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up. Doddington is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. Our events stretch from Doddington to Canterbury (13 miles away).
Thinking of a party in Doddington Place Gardens? Cooking in a public park generally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of the Beheading of St John the Baptist, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Doddington, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
This part of Kent takes in ME9, so your party can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include The Street, Old Lenham Road and Northdown, and we can cook for a party on any of them. We also cook at parties in Wichling (1 mile south-west), Bluetown (1 mile north-west), Newnham (1 mile east), Hollybushes (1 mile west) and Payden Street (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Canterbury (13 miles east), Sittingbourne (5 miles north), Whitstable (12 miles north-east) and Faversham (6 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Newnham Castle (1.4 miles east).
- Local pubs include The Chequers Inn (under half a mile north-east)
Places near Doddington
More for events in Doddington
Is live paella right for your party?
Compared with a barbecue, paella is served all at once, so everyone eats together. And there’s no host stuck at the grill. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
What you get with us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Catering across Kent, including Doddington
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. For a late-May party in Doddington, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it is about 9:15pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Read more
- 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