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Paella party catering in Durlock, Kent
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events makes the food a highlight of your party in Durlock.
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Retirement celebrations
Planning an event in Durlock?
Paella party catering in Durlock, made fresh on the day
Paella is made for relaxed parties: it is served from the pan and shared, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. We cook mixed paella, seafood paella and tapas, and we’re frequently booked for christenings and naming days and street and neighbourhood parties.
In a small place like Durlock, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the set-up. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
Party venues around Durlock
Durlock is about 7 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Parties in Durlock are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Durlock to Canterbury (about 8 miles away).
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Nicholas, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Sandwich station, about 3.5 miles east.
Anywhere in CT3, we can bring paella party catering to you. For parties just outside Durlock, we cover Guilton (1 mile north-east), Ash (1 mile east), Staple (1 mile south), Nash (1 mile north-west) and Barnsole (1 mile south). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include White Mill (2.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Nearby, you will find The Chequer Inn (0.6 miles east)
Working with your venue
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Events in public spaces, like parks, normally need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Also in Durlock
About the dishes
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, and a good choice for guests who don’t eat seafood.
Paella compared with other options
DIY catering saves money but costs you time. Book us and you’re free to enjoy it. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why book with us
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- We cover Durlock and the whole of Kent
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Take a look at How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Planning the cooking area
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Durlock
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
Prices and what affects them
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many staff you need
- Distance and access to the venue
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Timings and hours
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The date and time of the event
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Your questions about paella party catering in Durlock
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Nicholas?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you come out to small places like Durlock?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Give separate numbers for children
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Warn the neighbours
After service, we pack down, so the party carries on.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Step by step
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. A summer party in Durlock stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
How to prepare
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Getting a price
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Durlock? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Should I cook it myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is 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.
- 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