Kent · England
Paella Party Catering for Lydd-on-Sea 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 for events in Lydd-on-Sea.
- Baby celebrations
- Birthday parties
- Family get-togethers
Paella party catering for Lydd-on-Sea events
Party venues around Lydd-on-Sea
Lydd-on-Sea is about 10 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. For a party in Lydd-on-Sea, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Lydd-on-Sea. We cater in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Lydd-on-Sea to Canterbury (about 23 miles away).
Paella party catering in TN29 and TN28 is planned around your venue and timings. Streets in the area include Taylor Road, Lade Fort Crescent and Williamson Road, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Greatstone-on-Sea (2 miles north), Dungeness (2 miles south), Littlestone-on-Sea (2 miles north), Lydd (2 miles west) and New Romney (3 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Ashford (14 miles north), Folkestone (13 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles north-east), Hawkinge (14 miles north-east), Tenterden (15 miles north-west) and Cheriton (12 miles north-east).
A little further out are Romney 'castle' (4.2 miles north-west) and Lydd Town Museum (2.5 miles west). Open spaces near Lydd-on-Sea include Dungeness National and Burnthouse Pen.
Paella party catering in Lydd-on-Sea, made fresh on the day
Homes, gardens, clubs and hired venues all work. Popular choices include churros, seafood paella and vegetable paella, and we’re often booked for big family gatherings and retirement and leaving parties.
In a small place like Lydd-on-Sea, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
A closer look at the menu
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going while they watch the pans.
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate, a sweet finish.
DIY paella versus live catering
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Towns and villages near Lydd-on-Sea
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Common questions in Lydd-on-Sea
How far is Lydd-on-Sea from London?
About 60 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small places like Lydd-on-Sea?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Normally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Generally. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
How it works
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell generally draws people over. For a late-May party in Lydd-on-Sea, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it is about 9:15pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- 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 from the pan and pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Perfect for your party in Lydd-on-Sea
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
These are some of the occasions we cater in Lydd-on-Sea and Kent:
- Family get-togethers
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Naming days and christenings
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
After a christening at a church like St Peter's, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Before you book anyone
- The wet-weather plan
- A clear list of what’s included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Whether travel is included
Where we can cook in Lydd-on-Sea
Every venue is different, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Paella compared with other options
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Take a look at How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Let the neighbours know
- Have bins ready
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Count adults and children separately
Booked staff help serve and clear.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
- 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