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Paella party catering in Nackington, Kent
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Nackington and across Kent.
- Big family gatherings
- Big birthdays
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Live paella party catering in Nackington
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
How our paella party catering works in Nackington
Most gardens can host a paella party, if there’s a level spot away from fences and trees. Not sure? Send a photo. Popular choices include tapas, churros and mixed paella, and typical bookings are for family get-togethers and anniversary celebrations.
Near Nackington, parties are often in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated.
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The menu, dish by dish
Seafood paella
Seafood paella generally gets the photos, and is best served with lemon.
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
How it works
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. A summer party in Nackington stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is 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 arrive before your guests and set up.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Give us a contact for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
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Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Somewhere close to park and unload
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Tapas
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Count adults and children separately
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
After service, we pack down, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Perfect for your party in Nackington
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Nackington book us for events such as:
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Christenings and naming days
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Canterbury East station, about 1.7 miles north.
Questions to ask before you book
- How bad weather is handled
- How late numbers can change
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Live paella or other catering?
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. With live paella, you’re a guest too. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What you get with us
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- A clear, itemised quote
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
For event organisers in Nackington
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Your questions about paella party catering in Nackington
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. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Which station should guests use for Nackington?
Canterbury East station, about 1.7 miles north of the centre.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
On request. Proper crockery or good-quality disposables can be added.
Is paella OK for kids?
Most children enjoy paella, especially a mild chicken one. Let us know numbers and ages.
How much paella per person?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Many gardens work. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. Send us a picture.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Nackington parties: what to know
Nackington is about 2 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. We cater parties at gardens, halls and venues around Nackington. Nackington is one of 922 places in Kent we cover.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Nackington, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Wherever your party is in CT4, we can bring paella party catering to you. For parties just outside Nackington, we cover Street End (1 mile south-west), Stuppington (1 mile north-west), Lower Hardres (1 mile south), Pett Bottom (2 miles south) and Wincheap (2 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Ashford (12 miles south-west), Dover (12 miles south-east), Folkestone (12 miles south), Ramsgate (15 miles north-east), Whitstable (7 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Canterbury Castle (1.9 miles north) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (1.1 miles north). Open spaces near Nackington include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Schools near Nackington include St. Anselm's Catholic School (1.1 miles north-east)
- 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