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Paella Party Catering for Hildenborough events
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events makes the food a highlight of your party in Hildenborough.
- Big family gatherings
- Birthday parties
- Christenings and naming days
Paella party catering near Hildenborough
Paella party catering in Hildenborough, made fresh on the day
You get to enjoy your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. We take care of the food. On the menu are mixed paella, tapas and vegetable paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater garden parties and summer barbecues and christenings and naming days.
A country party near Hildenborough is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated, and served as soon as it is ready.
Who books paella party catering in Hildenborough?
It is sociable food, ideal when people want to mingle.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Hildenborough book us for occasions like:
- Milestone birthdays
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Big family gatherings
For guests coming by train, Hildenborough station is about 0.7 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- How late numbers can change
- How bad weather is handled
- Travel and parking costs
- VAT, if it applies
Towns and villages near Hildenborough
Other catering in Hildenborough
Parties in Hildenborough: gardens, venues and local tips
Hildenborough is about 2 miles north-west of Tonbridge, in Kent. From the centre of Hildenborough to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Hildenborough is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 24 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Parish Church of St John, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Nearby historic houses include Ightham Mote (3 miles north) and Knole House (3.7 miles north-west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
This part of Kent takes in TN11, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Your party could be at a home on Church Road, London Road and Mount Pleasant or the roads around them. With the B245 close by, Hildenborough is easy for us to reach for your party. If your venue is just outside Hildenborough, we also cover Stocks Green (1 mile south-west), Hilden Park (1 mile south-east), Watt's Cross (1 mile north-west), Coldharbour (1 mile north-east) and Budds (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles east), Sevenoaks (5 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles south), Swanley (13 miles north), Kings Hill (8 miles north-east) and Foley Park (13 miles east).
A little further out are The Milne Museum (1.8 miles south-east) and Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Hildenborough include Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Schools near Hildenborough include Hilden Grange School (1.5 miles south-east) and Hugh Christie Technology College (1.8 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Flying Dutchman Public House (within half a mile south-east)
The menu, dish by dish
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
Why choose live paella in Hildenborough?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. Larger events generally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Hildenborough
- Events in Hildenborough and across Kent
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
See Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Should I cook it myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
What happens on the day
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, which we agree with you beforehand. For a late-May party in Hildenborough, 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.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- On the day, we set up and get cooking.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- It is served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can fill in our quote form.
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Planning the cooking area
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
What we offer
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
Common questions in Hildenborough
We’re having a ceremony at Parish Church of St John: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
How far is Hildenborough from London?
About 24 miles from central London.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Typically, if there’s outdoor space to cook. Check the venue allows live cooking.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them. Crockery or disposables can be added.
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Give separate numbers for children
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
- Let the neighbours know
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
How we price paella party catering
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Travel, parking and access
- Your choice of paellas
- The number of people
- How many courses
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of where we’d cook
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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