Kent · England
Paella Party Catering for Hoath events
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Hoath and the surrounding area.
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Anniversary celebrations
- Big birthdays
Live paella party catering in Hoath
Space, weather and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Hoath
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
How our paella party catering works in Hoath
A paella party works in most gardens, if there is a level spot away from fences and trees. Send us a photo if you’re unsure. For wakes and memorial gatherings and summer garden parties, we will put together a menu of tapas, vegetable paella and mixed paella and more.
In a small place like Hoath, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will handle the rest. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
What happens on the day
Here’s how the day usually runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan when you are ready to eat. For a late-May party in Hoath, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it is about 9:15pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
How to get a price
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
Occasions we cook for in Hoath
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Retirement celebrations
- Garden get-togethers
- Family reunions
Parks such as Curtis Wood normally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Space, access and power needs
- When final numbers are due
More for events in Hoath
What affects the price in Hoath
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The number of people
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Parking and unloading
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
To speed things up, tell us:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The address or venue name
- Which courses you have in mind
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Hoath, and we will put together a menu and price.
Should I cook it myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
What’s in the pans
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
Hoath questions
How far is Hoath from London?
Roughly 55 miles from the centre of London.
Which station should guests use for Hoath?
The closest is Herne Bay station, roughly 2.9 miles away.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Hoath.
Party venues around Hoath
Hoath is about 3 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Tell us where your party in Hoath will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up. Hoath is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook.
After a christening at a church like Church of the Holy Cross, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. For guests coming by train, Herne Bay station is about 2.9 miles away. Near the coast, within about 4 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
We cover parties in every part of CT3. Local streets include Church Road, Marley Lane and Barn Close; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. If your venue is just outside Hoath, we also cover Maypole (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile west), Old Tree (1 mile north-east), Millbank (1 mile north) and Hollow Street (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (5 miles south-west), Margate (10 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find St Martins Hospital (4.6 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Local schools include Spires Academy (1.7 miles south-west)
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
- 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