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Paella Party Catering for Kenardington events
Planning paella party catering in Kenardington? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Celebrations of life
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Leaving dos and retirements
Paella party catering for Kenardington events
Kenardington: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for Kenardington?
The closest is Appledore (Kent) station, roughly 1.8 miles away.
Is Kenardington too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Normally, yes, if there’s a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send us a photo of the space.
How much does paella party catering cost in Kenardington?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Do you do starters?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
How our paella party catering works in Kenardington
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the party menu is complete. Whether it is big birthdays and family reunions, we can cook seafood paella, mixed paella and tapas for your guests.
A country party near Kenardington is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
How it works
On the day, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. A summer party in Kenardington stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- 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.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- It’s served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
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Parties in Kenardington: gardens, venues and local tips
Kenardington is about 6 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Tell us where your party in Kenardington will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We cook in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 19 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Anywhere in TN26, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. If your venue is just outside Kenardington, we also cover Hamstreet (2 miles east), Orlestone (2 miles north-east), Snargate (3 miles south-east), Bromley Green (3 miles north-east) and Ruckinge (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (6 miles north-east), Folkestone (15 miles east), Hythe (12 miles east), Tenterden (5 miles west), Cheriton (14 miles east) and Kennington (8 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Woodchurch Village Life Museum (2.7 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Orlestone Forest.
- Local pubs include World's Wonder pub (less than half a mile north-east)
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why Kenardington hosts choose us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Catering across Kent, including Kenardington
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
Planning the cooking area
If a space is not suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- Somewhere close to park and unload
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Who books paella party catering in Kenardington?
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Kenardington and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Summer garden parties
- Naming days and christenings
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Big birthdays
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 1.8 miles south.
Comparing caterers
- How long the team stays
- Whether travel is included
- If the price includes VAT
- Who provides the crockery
Prices and what affects them
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Distance and access to the venue
- The number of people
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and time of the event
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The venue or postcode
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your party in Kenardington, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Dishes our guests love
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well, and meat eaters frequently try it too.
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene.
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Kenardington? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Also in Kenardington
- 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