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Paella party catering in East Farleigh, Kent
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in East Farleigh. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
Paella party catering in East Farleigh
About our paella party catering in East Farleigh
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the whole menu is sorted. Whether it is family get-togethers and engagement and anniversary parties, we can cook vegetable paella, mixed paella and chicken and chorizo paella for your guests.
In a small place like East Farleigh, 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 cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
Occasions we cook for in East Farleigh
It suits mixed ages and mixed diets, from children to grandparents.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in East Farleigh book us for occasions like:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Big family gatherings
- Retirement celebrations
Thinking of a party in Quarry Wood? Cooking in a public park typically needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each dish
- The venue requirements
- Staff numbers and hours
- Exactly what’s included in the price
What happens on the day
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it is served hot from the pan at the agreed time. For a late-May party in East Farleigh, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:15pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- We serve from the pan and clear our cooking area away when we’re done.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
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East Farleigh questions
Can you cook in Quarry Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Which station should guests use for East Farleigh?
East Farleigh has its own station: East Farleigh station.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it is worth asking.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including East Farleigh.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, we do. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
Working with your venue
Events in public spaces, like parks, normally need permission. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Live paella or other catering?
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. We quote for each event individually.
What you get with us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Events in East Farleigh and across Kent
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Have bins ready
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
Booked staff help serve and clear so you can relax.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
A closer look at the menu
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser.
Planning a party in East Farleigh
East Farleigh is about 2 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. For a party in East Farleigh, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around East Farleigh. We cater in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 26 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of Saint Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. If guests are coming by rail, East Farleigh station is in East Farleigh itself. East Farleigh is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Here we cover the ME15 and ME16 postcode area. That could mean a party in a garden on Station Road, Lower Road and Kilnbridge Close. East Farleigh sits on or near the B2010, so getting the burners and pans to your party is simple. For parties just outside East Farleigh, we cover Dean Street (1 mile east), Kettle Corner (1 mile west), Farleigh Green (1 mile west), Hoppers Corner (1 mile west) and Fant (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Sittingbourne (12 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (13 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north), Tonbridge (10 miles south-west) and Northfleet (14 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Fremlin Walk (2.2 miles north-east) and Oakwood Hospital (1.2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Boxley Hills.
- Schools near East Farleigh include Oakwood Park Grammar School (1.4 miles north-east) and St Augustine Academy (1.4 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Bull Inn (within half a mile south)
What we need at the venue
If a space is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
Should I cook it myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Nearby places to East Farleigh
What else we do in East Farleigh
- 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