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Paella Party Catering for Little Conghurst events
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Little Conghurst.
- Garden get-togethers
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Milestone birthdays
Paella party catering in Little Conghurst
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Paella party catering for your party in Little Conghurst
It is easy to cater for a mix of guests: meat, seafood and vegetable or vegan pans side by side. A plain chicken paella keeps children happy. Popular choices include chicken and chorizo paella, churros and seafood paella, and we’re frequently booked for milestone birthdays and street and neighbourhood parties.
Country parties near Little Conghurst suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated, and served as soon as it is ready.
Little Conghurst questions
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of All Saints?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you cater in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
When should I book?
As early as you can for summer weekends, which fill up first. Check your date with us.
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Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
About the dishes
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It is one of the most popular pans at parties, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
How it works
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, which we agree with you beforehand. At midsummer, it’s light in Little Conghurst 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 set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Before we arrive
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Related guides
Hosting a paella party in Little Conghurst
Little Conghurst is about 12 miles north of Hastings, in Kent. We bring paella party catering to gardens, halls and venues around Little Conghurst and the surrounding area. Little Conghurst is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 29 miles away.
Parks such as Collingwood Nature Reserve normally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier. Nearby historic houses include Great Dixter (3.9 miles south-east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Little Conghurst is within about 5 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cater parties across TN18. If your venue is just outside Little Conghurst, we also cover Four Throws (1 mile north-east), Pipsden (1 mile north), The Moor (1 mile west), Hawkhurst (1 mile north-west) and Sandhurst Cross (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles north-west), Paddock Wood (11 miles north-west), Tenterden (8 miles east), Southborough (14 miles north-west), Park Wood (14 miles north) and Staplehurst (9 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Benenden Hospital (5.3 miles north-east).
- Local schools include Marlborough House School (1.5 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include Oak And Ivy Public House (0.6 miles north)
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why book with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- We cover Little Conghurst and the whole of Kent
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
See How we price Or The cost guide.
Perfect for your party in Little Conghurst
Any occasion works, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Little Conghurst book us for events such as:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Celebrations of life
- Summer garden parties
- Family reunions
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Etchingham station, about 4.1 miles south-west.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if it rains
- If the price includes VAT
- When final numbers are due
- A clear list of what’s included
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- How many guests are eating
- Parking and unloading
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Timings and hours
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Details that help
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Where the event is
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Which courses you have in mind
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your party in Little Conghurst, and we will put together a menu and price.
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Organising a club, school or community event in Little Conghurst? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
- 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