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Paella Party Catering for Kilndown events
Love Paella cooks paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Kilndown and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Big birthdays
- Summer garden parties
- Family get-togethers
Book paella party catering in Kilndown
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
How our paella party catering works in Kilndown
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in the garden or venue and cook as your guests chat. Whether it’s naming days and christenings and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, we’ll put together a menu of chicken and chorizo paella, mixed paella and tapas and more.
Country parties near Kilndown suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Sunset in Kilndown is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
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How we price paella party catering
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many courses
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Expected numbers
- The date and time of the event
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Kilndown, and we will put together a menu and price.
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
What we need at the venue
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
What’s in the pans
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Parties in Kilndown: gardens, venues and local tips
Kilndown is about 8 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Whether your party is in the middle of Kilndown or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Kilndown is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 30 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Christ Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Kilndown, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Wherever your party is in TN17, we can cook for your guests. We can cater a party on streets such as Church Road, Beresford Close and Chicks Lane or the roads around them. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Riseden (1 mile north-east), Bedgebury Cross (1 mile east), Stonecrouch (1 mile south), Three Leg Cross (2 miles south) and Flimwell (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles north-west), Tonbridge (10 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north), Foley Park (14 miles north) and Paddock Wood (6 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Finchcocks Musical Museum (1 mile north) and Old Scotney Castle (0.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
Your questions about paella party catering in Kilndown
Is Kilndown too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Kilndown close to London?
About 36 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is my garden big enough?
Frequently, yes, if there is a level spot clear of fences and trees. Send us a photo of the space.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
How early should we book?
The sooner the better, but it’s always worth asking. We’ll check availability right away.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Is live paella right for your party?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What you get with us
- We cover Kilndown and the whole of Kent
- A clear, itemised quote
- Fast service from the pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Places near Kilndown
What else we do in Kilndown
Why choose paella party catering in Kilndown?
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Christenings and naming days
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Summer garden parties
Historic houses near Kilndown include Scotney Castle (0.8 miles west) and Wadhurst Castle (4.4 miles south-west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Comparing caterers
- How late numbers can change
- Allergen information for each dish
- The deposit and payment dates
- How bad weather is handled
- 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