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Paella party catering in Goodley Stock, Kent
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Goodley Stock. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Live paella party catering in Goodley Stock
How our paella party catering works in Goodley Stock
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. The food is our job. We are often asked to cater family get-togethers and street and neighbourhood parties, serving seafood paella, mixed paella and vegetable paella.
Country parties near Goodley Stock suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
Planning the cooking area
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Level ground for the pans and burners
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
What we offer
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Churros
Why choose live paella in Goodley Stock?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Goodley Stock hosts choose us
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Drinks service on request
- Live cooking, not reheated food
See Our prices page And The cost guide.
Working with your venue
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.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
About the dishes
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
Vegetable paella
Vegetarians get a real main course.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Your questions about paella party catering in Goodley Stock
Is Goodley Stock too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
We are having a ceremony at Holy Trinity Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you cater for young children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
How far in advance should we book?
Early is best, but ask even if it’s soon. We’ll check availability right away.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a picture.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
On request. Proper crockery or good-quality disposables are available.
Do you cater in Goodley Stock?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Goodley Stock and the rest of Kent. To check your date, use our quote form.
Places near Goodley Stock
Other catering in Goodley Stock
Planning for every diet
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Let the neighbours know
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Add a diet question to the invitation
When service is finished, we pack down quietly, so the party carries on.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
Who books paella party catering in Goodley Stock?
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and it is a talking point.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Goodley Stock book us for occasions like:
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Family get-togethers
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Historic houses near Goodley Stock include Chartwell (1 mile east) and Quebec House (1.7 miles north-east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Whether travel is included
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- When final numbers are due
Party venues around Goodley Stock
Goodley Stock is about 6 miles south-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Parties in Goodley Stock are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cater in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Goodley Stock to London (about 19 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Hurst Green station, about 2.4 miles west. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Holy Trinity Church, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Wherever your party is in TN8, we can cook for your guests. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Crockham Hill (1 mile south), The Chart (1 mile west), Moorhouse Bank (1 mile north-west), Puddledock (2 miles east) and Pains-Hill (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Dartford (15 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (6 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south-east), Tonbridge (10 miles east), Swanley (12 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Tandridge Priory (1.5 miles north-west) and Haxted Watermill Museum (3.9 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Dryhill Nature Reserve and Betsom's Hill.
- Local pubs include Carpenters Arms (0.8 miles west)
The process
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. At midsummer, it’s light in Goodley Stock until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- 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.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Plan cover in case of rain
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
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