Medway · England
Paella party catering in Meresborough, Medway
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Meresborough. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Big family gatherings
- Birthday parties
- Christenings and naming days
Paella party catering near Meresborough
Paella party catering in Meresborough, cooked live
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. Whether it’s street and neighbourhood parties and anniversaries and engagement parties, we can cook chicken and chorizo paella, seafood paella and vegetable paella for your guests.
In a small place like Meresborough, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll plan the set-up. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras.
For event organisers in Meresborough
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
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How we price paella party catering
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The length of service
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Your choice of paellas
- Whether you need crockery
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The date and rough timings
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning the cooking area
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Meresborough
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Seafood paella
Dietary needs and planning tips
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Give separate numbers for children
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Parties in Meresborough: gardens, venues and local tips
Meresborough is about 2 miles south-east of Gillingham, in Medway. Parties in Meresborough are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Meresborough is one of 68 places in Medway we cover. Our events stretch from Meresborough to Canterbury (21 miles away).
After a christening at a church like St Paul's Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Parks such as Foxburrow Wood usually need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier. Meresborough is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
For paella party catering in ME8, we plan around your venue. Other places close to Meresborough for paella party catering include Rainham (1 mile north), Moor Street (1 mile north-east), Hartlip (1 mile east), Yelsted (1 mile south) and Lower Hartlip (1 mile east). Further out, we also cater in Chatham (4 miles west), Rochester (6 miles north-west), Strood (7 miles north-west), Luton (4 miles north-west), Lordswood (3 miles west) and Hoo St Werburgh (6 miles north-west).
A little further out are Medway Maritime Hospital (3.7 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Detling Hill and Bishop Saltings.
- Local schools include Leigh Academy Rainham (1.1 miles north-east) and Howard School (1.3 miles north-west)
How it works
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. At midsummer, it is light in Meresborough until about 9:15pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Meresborough, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
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FAQs for Meresborough
We’re having a ceremony at St Paul's Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for Meresborough?
The closest is Rainham (Kent) station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
How early should we book?
Early for summer weekends. Check your date with us.
Is paella OK for kids?
Paella is popular with children, especially a mild chicken one. Tell us how many and their ages.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, Medway included. Find your area.
Events we cater in Meresborough
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Big family gatherings
- Retirement and leaving parties
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Rainham (Kent) station, about 1.3 miles north.
Questions to ask before you book
- Payment terms and deposit
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- How each diet is kept separate
- Whether VAT is included
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why choose Love Paella in Meresborough
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
- 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