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Paella party catering in Goodnestone, Kent
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Goodnestone and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Big family gatherings
Paella party catering in Goodnestone
How our paella party catering works in Goodnestone
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. The food is our job. For summer garden parties and engagement and anniversary parties, we can cook mixed paella, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella and more.
A country party near Goodnestone is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
Goodnestone questions
Is Goodnestone too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cook near the sea around Goodnestone?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
How long does the paella take?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Should I cook it myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
The process
On the day, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. A summer party in Goodnestone stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us the date, the address, numbers and diets.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- 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 are done.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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The menu, dish by dish
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels, for the fish lovers.
Places near Goodnestone
Other catering in Goodnestone
Hosting a paella party in Goodnestone
Goodnestone is about 2 miles east of Preston, in Kent. Across the ME13 area, we can cook for your guests. We cater in all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 7 miles away.
Historic houses near Goodnestone include Belmont House and Gardens (5 miles south-west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. For guests coming by train, Faversham station is about 1.9 miles away. The coast is within about 5 miles, so seafood paella frequently features.
For paella party catering in ME13, we plan around your venue. Streets in the area include Head Hill Road and Cherrywood, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Nearby, we also cater parties in Culmers (1 mile north-east), Graveney (1 mile north-east), Broom Street (1 mile north), Staplestreet (1 mile south-east) and Slutshole (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles west), Whitstable (5 miles north-east), Herne Bay (9 miles north-east) and Minster (9 miles north-west).
A little further out are Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (5.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Goodnestone include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Schools near Goodnestone include Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (1.7 miles west)
Where we can cook in Goodnestone
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Send a picture of the garden so we can check
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
Is live paella right for your party?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why us?
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Events in Goodnestone and across Kent
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How many staff you need
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Distance and access to the venue
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We’ll send you a quote.
What to tell us
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- Anything your venue supplies
Planning paella party catering in Goodnestone? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Plan seats for most guests
- Warn the neighbours
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll help serve and clear.
Sangria sets the mood, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
Events we cater in Goodnestone
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Goodnestone and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Christenings and naming days
- Big family gatherings
Thinking of a party in Mount Ephraim Gardens? Cooking in a public park generally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first.
What to look for in a quote
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- If the price includes VAT
- 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