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Paella Party Catering in Moorstock
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Moorstock.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Baby celebrations
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Paella party catering near Moorstock
Paella party catering in Moorstock, made fresh on the day
Birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer get-togethers all suit live paella. The pans become the focal point, and the food is served hot and generous. Whether it’s milestone birthdays and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, we will put together a menu of seafood paella, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
A country party near Moorstock is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
The process
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and it’s served hot from the pan when you are ready to eat. At midsummer, it’s light in Moorstock until about 9:15pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Send us the date, the address, numbers and diets.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- We serve from the pan and clear our cooking area away when we are done.
Getting ready for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
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The menu, dish by dish
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going while they watch the pans.
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate.
Live paella or other catering?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella is hard to beat. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why us?
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Events in Moorstock and across Kent
- No hidden extras in your quote
Read Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
Questions from Moorstock
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you come out to small places like Moorstock?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Where do you cater?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Yes, if there is a suitable outdoor or ventilated spot to cook. Ask the venue about live cooking.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Other catering in Moorstock
Organising for someone else?
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Plan seats for most guests
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
Party venues around Moorstock
Moorstock is about 4 miles north-west of Hythe, in Kent. Tell us where your party in Moorstock will be, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up. We cook in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Moorstock to Canterbury (about 12 miles away).
Historic houses near Moorstock include Westenhanger Castle (1.6 miles south-east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Mary, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Moorstock, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop. Near the coast, within about 5 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
Paella party catering in TN25 is planned around your venue and your guests. Nearby, we also cater parties in Sellindge (1 mile south), Stanford (2 miles south-east), Stowting (2 miles north-east), Postling (3 miles east) and Skeete (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (6 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (13 miles east), Folkestone (7 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north) and Hythe (4 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find William Harvey Hospital (4.5 miles north-west) and Lympne Castle (2.8 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Tolsford Hill and Hatch Park.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
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 enjoy the party, let us cook.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- The paellas you choose
- Waiting and bar staff
- Travel, parking and access
- Timings and hours
Larger events generally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Expected numbers
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A photo of the space, if you can
Planning paella party catering in Moorstock? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Events we cater in Moorstock
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Moorstock:
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Summer garden parties
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
For guests coming by train, Westenhanger station is about 1.8 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- How bad weather is handled
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- How late numbers can change
- Whether travel is included
- 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