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Paella Party Catering for Hearnden Green events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Hearnden Green. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Baby celebrations
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Celebrations of life
Paella party catering near Hearnden Green
About our paella party catering in Hearnden Green
Nothing gets a party going like the smell of paella cooking. Guests gather round, glass in hand, to watch. We are often asked to cater birthday parties and engagement and anniversary parties, serving vegetable paella, seafood paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
A country party near Hearnden Green is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
Planning for every diet
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Plan seats for most guests
- Give separate numbers for children
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
A jug of sangria sets the tone, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
Party venues around Hearnden Green
Hearnden Green is about 6 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Whether your party is in the middle of Hearnden Green or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook in 922 places across Kent. Our events stretch from Hearnden Green to Canterbury (21 miles away).
Historic houses near Hearnden Green include Leeds Castle (4.1 miles north) and Stoneacre (4.6 miles north). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Hearnden Green is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Here we cover the TN27 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Headcorn (1 mile south-east), Southernden (2 miles east), Swift's Green (3 miles south-east), Smarden Bell (3 miles south-east) and Lashenden (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (6 miles north-west), Ashford (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles west), Tonbridge (15 miles west) and Faversham (15 miles north-east).
A little further out are Sutton Valence Castle (1.7 miles north-west) and Kent Firefighting Museum (3.6 miles south).
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Distance and access to the venue
- The paellas you choose
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Waiting and bar staff
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The address or venue name
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
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Questions from Hearnden Green
Which station should guests use for Hearnden Green?
The closest is Headcorn station, roughly 1.8 miles away.
Can you cook at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Do you come to Hearnden Green?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Hearnden Green and the rest of Kent. To check your date, use our quote form.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan for them.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
What do you need at the venue?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
What does paella party catering cost?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Who books paella party catering in Hearnden Green?
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Hearnden Green:
- Big family gatherings
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Birthday parties
- Anniversary celebrations
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Headcorn station, about 1.8 miles south.
Before you book anyone
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- The venue requirements
- If the price includes VAT
- The deadline for final numbers
DIY paella versus live catering
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
A closer look at the menu
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
Vegetable paella
Vegetarians get a real main course.
How it works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you are free to enjoy your party. Any tapas or canapés are served first as the rice is cooking. A summer party in Hearnden Green 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.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
How to prepare
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Plan cover in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, your venue or TN27 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, use our quote form.
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For planners, venues and organisers
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Hearnden Green
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- 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