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Paella party catering in Folkestone, Kent
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Folkestone.
- Big birthdays
- Family reunions
- Anniversary celebrations
Live paella party catering in Folkestone
Step by step
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. For a late-May party in Folkestone, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:15pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Paella party catering for your party in Folkestone
We cater parties at homes, village halls with outdoor space, clubs and hired venues in and around Folkestone. Typical bookings include christenings and naming days and garden get-togethers, with tapas, seafood paella and churros.
Garden parties are a favourite in Folkestone, and a hall or club works if the garden does not. All we need is a level cooking spot. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
Why choose live paella in Folkestone?
If you want special but not formal, live paella fits perfectly. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why book with us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- A clear, itemised quote
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Fast service from the pan
Events we cater in Folkestone
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones, and there’s little waste.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Big birthdays
- Naming days and christenings
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
Nearby historic houses include Acrise Place (3.9 miles north). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Comparing caterers
- Space, access and power needs
- Allergen information for each dish
- Staff numbers and hours
- The wet-weather plan
What we need at the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Folkestone
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
How we price paella party catering
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How many staff you need
- Whether you need crockery
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Where the event is
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Folkestone? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
DIY paella versus live catering
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Party venues around Folkestone
Folkestone is in Kent. Across the CT20 area, we can bring the pans to you. We cook in all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
Thinking of a party in Lower Leas Coastal Park? Cooking in a public park generally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. If guests are coming by rail, Folkestone has its own station, Folkestone Central station. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Folkestone, so many gardens around here have a great outlook. The coast is within about a mile, so seafood paella often features.
Wherever your party is in CT20, CT19 and CT21, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater a party on streets such as Christ Church Road, Middelburg Square and Station Road. Folkestone sits on or near the A259 and A260, which makes travel to your party easy. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Cheriton (1 mile west), Sandgate (1 mile south-west), Hawkinge (2 miles north), Arpinge (2 miles north-west) and Seabrook (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (14 miles west), Canterbury (14 miles north), Dover (7 miles north-east), Deal (13 miles north-east), Hythe (4 miles west) and Tower Hamlets (7 miles north-east). As one of the bigger places in Kent, Folkestone has lots of places to hold a party.
A little further out are Folkestone Museum (0.7 miles south-east) and Folkestone Castle (1 mile north). Green spaces nearby include Sugar Loaf Hill.
- Schools near Folkestone include The Harvey Grammar School (within half a mile west) and The Folkestone Academy (0.5 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Park Inn Hotel (less than half a mile south-east)
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Have bins ready
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Plan seats for most guests
We arrive before your guests to set up.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
Also in Folkestone
Folkestone: your questions answered
Is Folkestone close to London?
About 62 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cook near the sea around Folkestone?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
How much does paella party catering cost in Folkestone?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we’ll reply with a price.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
How long do you need on site?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Can you cook in the rain?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll make a plan B with you.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Does it make plenty of smoke?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell, and it is a good smell. A friendly note to the neighbours helps.
A closer look at the menu
Churros
All ages love churros.
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene.
- 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