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Paella party catering in Kent Street, East Sussex
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Kent Street and the surrounding area.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Planning an event in Kent Street?
Paella party catering in Kent Street, cooked live
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. The food is our job. We are frequently asked to cater family reunions and leaving dos and retirements, with seafood paella, chicken and chorizo paella and tapas.
In a small place like Kent Street, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Kent Street (TN33)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Parties in Kent Street: gardens, venues and local tips
Kent Street is about 3 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. For paella party catering in Kent Street, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Kent Street. We cover 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Kent Street to Brighton (about 30 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Battle station, about 2.2 miles west. Near the coast, within about 5 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
For paella party catering in TN33, we plan around your venue and timings. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Westfield (1 mile east), Telham (2 miles west), Sedlescombe (2 miles north), Whatlington (2 miles north-west) and Brede (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (14 miles south-west), Hastings (3 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (6 miles south-west), Hailsham (13 miles west), St Leonards (4 miles south) and Polegate (14 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Hastings Castle (4.3 miles south-east) and Conquest Hospital (2.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Senlac Hill and Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Plan seats for most guests
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Have bins ready
We arrive before your guests to set up, so the cooking is under way as people arrive.
Tapas to start keep hunger at bay.
Dishes our guests love
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser, though it isn’t traditional in Valencia.
For event organisers in Kent Street
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Venues often have their own rules about 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.
What we need at the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Kent Street
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Why choose live paella in Kent Street?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Paella covers everyone with separate pans. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We will send you a quote.
Why Kent Street hosts choose us
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Events in Kent Street and across East Sussex
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
See How we price And What paella catering costs.
The process
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. For a late-May party in Kent Street, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it is about 9:15pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Get a quote
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What paella party catering costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Your choice of paellas
- Whether you need crockery
- Guest numbers
- How many courses
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Any dietary needs and allergies
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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Questions from Kent Street
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Which station should guests use for Kent Street?
The closest is Battle station, roughly 2.2 miles away.
When should I book?
Early for summer weekends. Check your date with us.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it is short notice, it is worth asking.
Do you cater for children?
Yes. Children generally love a plain chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Frequently, yes, if there is a level spot clear of fences and trees. Send us a picture of the space.
Can you cater at a hired venue?
Generally, if there is outdoor space to cook. Check the venue allows live cooking.
What does paella party catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Why choose paella party catering in Kent Street?
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Naming days and christenings
- Family reunions
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Historic houses near Kent Street include Durhamford Manor (2.2 miles north-west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Questions to ask before you book
- Travel and parking costs
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- A clear list of what’s included
- What happens if it rains
- 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