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Paella party catering in Hazel Street, Kent
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Hazel Street and Kent, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
- Leaving dos and retirements
Paella party catering near Hazel Street
How our paella party catering works in Hazel Street
Add tapas to start, churros for afters and a jug of sangria, and the whole menu is sorted. Typical bookings include garden get-togethers and family get-togethers, serving mixed paella, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
A country party near Hazel Street is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We serve straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
How it works
Here’s how the day normally runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. A summer party in Hazel Street stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
How to prepare
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
How to get a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Planning help
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many courses
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Timings and hours
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Where the event is
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Hosting a paella party in Hazel Street
Hazel Street is about 7 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Tell us where your party in Hazel Street will be, and we will plan access and set-up. Hazel Street is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. Our events stretch from Hazel Street to Canterbury (about 30 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Scotney Castle (2.7 miles south). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. If guests are coming by rail, Paddock Wood station is about 3.9 miles away. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Hazel Street, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Paella party catering in TN12 is planned around your venue. Local streets include Lamberhurst Road and Spelmonden Road; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Hazel Street for paella party catering include Horsmonden (1 mile north-east), Smallbridge (1 mile south-east), Capel Cross (1 mile east), Broad Ford (1 mile east) and Palmer's Green (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (10 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles west), Tonbridge (8 miles north-west), Kings Hill (10 miles north) and Foley Park (11 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Old Scotney Castle (2.7 miles south) and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (5.1 miles west). The countryside around Hazel Street includes Bewl Water.
- Pubs nearby include The Gun And Spitroast Public House And Rear Courtyard (0.6 miles north-east)
Diets, allergies and planning
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:
- Plan seats for most guests
- Warn the neighbours
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Tell us how many children are coming
When service is finished, we pack down quietly, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
Before you choose a spot
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
Common questions in Hazel Street
Is Hazel Street close to London?
About 34 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Margaret?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Will there be enough food?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, Kent included. Find your area.
Can you cater a party at a village hall?
Frequently, yes. We need somewhere outside or well ventilated to cook, and the venue’s permission.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Can you do sangria?
Yes, sangria. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
DIY catering saves money but costs you time. With live paella, you’re a guest too. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Events in Hazel Street and across Kent
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Real theatre, not just catering
See How we price And What paella catering costs.
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What’s in the pans
Churros
All ages love churros.
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well, and meat eaters often try it too.
- 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