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Paella Party Catering in Lenham
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Lenham: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, in full view of your guests.
- Garden get-togethers
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Paella party catering near Lenham
About our paella party catering in Lenham
A paella party works in most gardens, if there’s a level spot away from fences and trees. Send us a photo if you are unsure. We’re frequently asked to cater anniversaries and engagement parties and family reunions, with churros, tapas and chicken and chorizo paella.
In a place like Lenham, a garden party is typically the easiest option. Let us know how we can get to the garden, and we will do the rest. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras.
Planning for every diet
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
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Planning the cooking area
We will be honest if a space will not work, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in Lenham
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
How we price paella party catering
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The length of service
- Distance and access to the venue
- Guest numbers
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. We itemise everything in your quote.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and rough timings
- The venue or postcode
Planning paella party catering in Lenham? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Why choose live paella in Lenham?
If you want special but not formal, live paella fits perfectly. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why book with us
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- A quote that spells everything out
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
Lenham questions
We are having a ceremony at St Mary's Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Could we have live paella in Kiln Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Do you cook inside?
Usually we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
Can you supply plates?
On request. Crockery or disposables are available.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Many venues have rules for 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.
Events we cater in Lenham
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Whatever you are celebrating in Lenham, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Family get-togethers
- Leaving dos and retirements
After a christening at a church like St Mary's Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Before booking anyone
- A clear list of what’s included
- The deadline for final numbers
- The deposit and payment dates
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Planning a party in Lenham
Lenham is about 7 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Whether your party is in the middle of Lenham or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Lenham is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 16 miles away.
Historic houses near Lenham include Leeds Castle (3.6 miles west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. For guests coming by train, Lenham has its own station, Lenham station. Lenham is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cover parties in every part of the ME17 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your party is on High Street, Mitchell Close and Hatch Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Leadingcross Green (1 mile south), Woodside Green (1 mile north-east), West Street (1 mile north-east), Lenham Forstal (2 miles south-east) and Lenham Heath (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidstone (8 miles west), Ashford (9 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north), Faversham (9 miles north-east), Minster (13 miles north) and Kings Hill (13 miles west).
A little further out are Coldbridge Castle (2.7 miles south) and The Dog Collar Museum (3.6 miles west).
- Nearby schools include The Lenham School (within half a mile north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Red Lion pub (within half a mile east)
The process
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. At midsummer, it’s light in Lenham until about 9:15pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
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Should I cook it myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
- 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