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Paella party catering in Mountain Street, Kent
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Mountain Street. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Celebrations of life
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Retirement celebrations
Paella party catering in Mountain Street
Paella compared with other options
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Paella covers everyone with separate pans. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Why book with us
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- We cover Mountain Street and the whole of Kent
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
How our paella party catering works in Mountain Street
Most gardens can host a paella party, if there is a level spot away from fences and trees. Not sure? Send a photo. Typical bookings include street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers and leaving dos and retirements, with churros, mixed paella and tapas.
A country party near Mountain Street 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 every plate is hot, and service is quick once it’s ready.
What happens on the day
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. For a late-May party in Mountain Street, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it is about 9:15pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
Planning help
Space, weather and the venue
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Menu ideas
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
Occasions we cook for in Mountain Street
It is sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Big family gatherings
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Naming days and christenings
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
If guests are coming by rail, Chilham station is about 0.8 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- A clear list of what’s included
- What happens if it rains
- The venue requirements
Questions from Mountain Street
Can you cook at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Mountain Street from London?
Roughly 49 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you cover Mountain Street?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Mountain Street. To check your date, use our quote form.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Is halal food available?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it is cooked separately.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Hosting a paella party in Mountain Street
Mountain Street is about 6 miles south-west of Canterbury, in Kent. We cater parties at gardens, halls and venues around Mountain Street and nearby villages. Mountain Street is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 6 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Parks such as Broadham Down typically need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier. Mountain Street is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cover parties in every part of CT4. Other places close to Mountain Street for paella party catering include Chilham (1 mile north-east), Godmersham (1 mile south), Old Wives Lees (1 mile north), Shottenden (2 miles north-west) and Bilting (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (8 miles south-west), Canterbury (6 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north-west), Folkestone (14 miles south-east), Whitstable (9 miles north) and Faversham (6 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Kent and Canterbury Hospital (5.7 miles east) and Chilham Castle (within half a mile north).
- Pubs nearby include Woolpack Inn (0.5 miles north)
For event organisers in Mountain Street
Events in public spaces, like parks, normally need permission. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Places near Mountain Street
Other catering in Mountain Street
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
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 isn’t traditional in Valencia.
How we price paella party catering
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of paellas
- The number of people
- The length of service
- How many staff you need
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
Details that help
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- The date and rough timings
- What the venue already provides
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
- 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