Kent · England
Paella Party Catering for Folly Town events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Folly Town.
- Retirement celebrations
- Birthday parties
- Family get-togethers
Paella party catering for Folly Town events
How our paella party catering works in Folly Town
We cater parties at homes, village halls with outdoor space, clubs and hired venues in and around Folly Town. For garden parties and summer barbecues and wakes and memorial gatherings, we’ll put together a menu of mixed paella, tapas and churros for your guests.
Near Folly Town, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll handle the rest. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
If you want special but not formal, live paella fits perfectly. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why Folly Town hosts choose us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- A quote that spells everything out
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Drinks service on request
Take a look at Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
The process
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. At midsummer, it is light in Folly Town until about 9:15pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve, then clear our area.
How to prepare
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: give us the basics about your party, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Planning a party in Folly Town
Folly Town is about 5 miles east of Ashford, in Kent. From the centre of Folly Town to the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cater in 922 places across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 9 miles away.
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Mary, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Folly Town, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in TN25, we can cook for your guests. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Hastingleigh (1 mile east), Hassell Street (1 mile north), Brook (1 mile west), Brabourne (2 miles south) and Wye (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (5 miles west), Canterbury (9 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles east), Folkestone (10 miles south-east), Whitstable (13 miles north) and Faversham (11 miles north-west).
A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (3.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Folly Town include Hatch Park.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Bowl Inn (0.5 miles south-east)
Questions from Folly Town
Is Folly Town too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you cook at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Many gardens work. We need level ground, clearance and access. A photo helps.
What happens if it rains?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Dishes our guests love
Churros
All ages love churros.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It is one of the most popular pans at parties.
What we need at the venue
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
Menu ideas
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Count adults and children separately
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll help serve and clear.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
Towns and villages near Folly Town
What else we do in Folly Town
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Who books paella party catering in Folly Town?
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones.
In Folly Town and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Milestone birthdays
- Big family gatherings
- Summer garden parties
If guests are coming by rail, Wye station is about 2.7 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- The deadline for final numbers
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- How bad weather is handled
- Payment terms and deposit
- 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