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Paella Party Catering in Istead Rise
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Istead Rise.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Garden get-togethers
Paella party catering near Istead Rise
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
About our paella party catering in Istead Rise
A paella party works in most gardens, if there is a level spot away from fences and trees. Not sure? Send a picture. Typical bookings include christenings and naming days and anniversary celebrations, with seafood paella, mixed paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
A country party near Istead Rise is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Nearby places to Istead Rise
What else we do in Istead Rise
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.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Common questions in Istead Rise
Is Istead Rise too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How far is Istead Rise from London?
About 20 miles from central London.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. Children often love a simple chicken paella. Tell us how many are coming.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Generally. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
Dishes our guests love
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate.
The process
Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. For a late-May party in Istead Rise, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- It’s served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
How to get a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Istead Rise, and we will put together a menu and price.
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Occasions we cook for in Istead Rise
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
In Istead Rise and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Celebrations of life
- Big birthdays
After a christening at a church like Saint Barnabus Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is included
- The deadline for final numbers
- Space, access and power needs
- Staff numbers and hours
Before you choose a spot
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Send a picture of the garden so we can check
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we offer
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Party venues around Istead Rise
Istead Rise is about 2 miles south of Northfleet, in Kent. Across the DA13 area, we can cook for your guests. We cater in 922 places in Kent. You can also see our page for London, about 20 miles away.
Historic houses near Istead Rise include Cobham College (2.3 miles south-east). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Parks such as Jeskyns generally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier.
Anywhere in DA13, we can cook for your guests. From Elwill Way, Lesley Close and Upper Avenue or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Nearby, we also cater parties in Northfleet Green (1 mile north-west), Singlewell or Ifield (1 mile north-east), Southfleet (1 mile north-west), Painters Ash (1 mile north) and Henhurst (1 mile east). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (12 miles south-east), Dartford (6 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles south-west), Tonbridge (15 miles south), Swanley (8 miles west) and Kings Hill (9 miles south).
A little further out are Gravesham Museum (2.7 miles north) and Stone Castle (4.1 miles north-west). Not far away are Sawyers Lake and Gad's Hill.
- Local schools include Saint George's Church of England School (1.7 miles north)
What paella party catering costs
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- How many courses
- Your choice of paellas
- Timings and hours
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Where the event is
- What the venue already provides
- Expected numbers
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Live paella or other catering?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Paella covers everyone with separate pans. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why Istead Rise hosts choose us
- Drinks service on request
- We cover Istead Rise and the whole of Kent
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Fast service from the pan
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
- 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