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Paella Party Catering for Greenhithe 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 makes the food a highlight of your party in Greenhithe.
- Baby celebrations
- Retirement celebrations
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
Book paella party catering in Greenhithe
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Paella party catering in Greenhithe, made fresh on the day
A paella party works in most gardens, as long as there’s a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Not sure? Send a photo. Whether it’s retirement and leaving parties and birthday parties, we’ll put together a menu of tapas, seafood paella and churros.
In a place like Greenhithe, a garden party is normally the easiest option. Tell us about access and parking, and we will do the rest. Timings are planned around your event, whether that’s speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
Dishes our guests love
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
How it works
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is still served fresh. For a late-May party in Greenhithe, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Have a level space ready for the pans
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Level ground for the pans and burners
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we offer
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Seafood paella
Greenhithe: your questions answered
Is Greenhithe close to London?
About 17 miles from central London.
What’s the nearest station to Greenhithe for guests?
Greenhithe has its own station: Greenhithe for Bluewater station.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
When should I book?
The sooner the better, but it is always worth asking. We will check availability straight away.
Can you supply crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know and we’ll add it to the quote.
How do you work out quantities?
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 at a hired venue?
Generally. We need somewhere outside or well ventilated to cook, and the venue’s permission.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
DIY paella versus live catering
Some hosts like to cook themselves. 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 enjoy the party, let us cook.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
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How we price paella party catering
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How many staff you need
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Travel, parking and access
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Anything your venue supplies
- Diets and allergies you know about
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
Planning a party in Greenhithe
Greenhithe is about 3 miles east of Dartford, in Kent. For paella party catering in Greenhithe, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cater in 922 places in Kent. Our nearest city page is London, about 17 miles away.
Parks such as Castle Hill Park usually need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier. For guests coming by train, Greenhithe for Bluewater station is in Greenhithe itself.
Wherever your party is in DA9 and DA10, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your party could be at a home on Bean Road, The Avenue and Abbey Road or the roads around them. Greenhithe sits on or near the A206, which makes travel to your party easy. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Swanscombe (1 mile south-east), Stone (1 mile south-west), Bean (2 miles south) and Darenth (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Dartford (3 miles west), Sevenoaks (12 miles south), Gravesend (4 miles east), Northfleet (3 miles south-east), Swanley (6 miles south-west) and Kings Hill (13 miles south-east).
A little further out are Darent Valley Hospital (1.5 miles south-west) and Stone Museum of Geology (1.8 miles west). Open spaces near Greenhithe include Chafford Gorges Nature Park and Sawyers Lake.
- Schools near Greenhithe include The Ebbsfleet Academy (1.4 miles south-east) and Stone Lodge School (1.5 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The White Hart Public House (under half a mile north)
Perfect for your party in Greenhithe
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Summer garden parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Baby celebrations
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Mary, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What your quote should include
- Travel and parking costs
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The deadline for final numbers
- Space, access and power needs
Planning for every diet
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
- Plan where rubbish goes
Kids are fascinated by the giant pans, at a safe distance.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
- 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