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Paella Party Catering in Dymchurch
Looking for paella party catering in Dymchurch? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Naming days and christenings
- Big family gatherings
Paella party catering for Dymchurch events
How our paella party catering works in Dymchurch
The smell of paella cooking is the best party invitation. Guests gather round, glass in hand, to watch. For anniversary celebrations and big family gatherings, we can cook mixed paella, tapas and seafood paella and more.
Around Dymchurch, a garden and a gazebo is all you need. Live paella fits right in. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Paella compared with other options
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Events we cater in Dymchurch
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it is a talking point.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Dymchurch, people book us for events such as:
- Big family gatherings
- Christenings and naming days
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Neighbourhood celebrations
For guests coming by train, Westenhanger station is about 4.6 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for each dish
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When final numbers are due
- What happens if it rains
DIY paella versus live catering
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Also near Dymchurch
What else we do in Dymchurch
Questions from Dymchurch
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Peter and St Paul?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Is Dymchurch close to London?
Roughly 57 miles from the centre of London.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What does paella party catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we’ll reply with a price.
Do you cook inside?
Generally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Do you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella goes down well with children. Tell us how many children are coming.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we will cook a separate pan.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
How we price paella party catering
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Travel, parking and access
- How long we are needed on site
- How many guests are eating
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Expected numbers
- Which courses you have in mind
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
A closer look at the menu
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser.
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is often the showpiece.
Diets, allergies and planning
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Warn the neighbours
We are set up before guests arrive.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
Hosting a paella party in Dymchurch
Dymchurch is about 4 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. We bring paella party catering to homes, gardens and venues in Dymchurch and the surrounding area. Dymchurch is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 17 miles away.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Nearby historic houses include Westenhanger Castle (4.5 miles north). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. The coast is within about 5 miles, so seafood paella frequently features.
For paella party catering in TN29 and CT21, we plan around your venue. From High Street, Station Road and The Oval or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Nearby, we also cater parties in Donkey Street (1 mile north), West Hythe (3 miles north-east), Palmarsh (3 miles north-east), Lympne (3 miles north) and Berwick (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (10 miles north-west), Dover (15 miles north-east), Folkestone (8 miles north-east), Hythe (4 miles north-east), Tower Hamlets (15 miles north-east) and Hawkinge (9 miles north-east).
A little further out are Lympne Castle (2.9 miles north).
- Nearby, you will find The Ship Inn (less than half a mile south-west)
What happens on the day
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. Sunset in Dymchurch is about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Give us a contact for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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