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Paella Party Catering for Nettlestead Green events
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 Nettlestead Green.
- Retirement celebrations
- Summer garden parties
- Anniversary celebrations
Paella party catering for Nettlestead Green events
DIY paella versus live catering
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Paella party catering in Nettlestead Green, cooked live
Paella is made for relaxed parties: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, without any fuss. On the menu are tapas, vegetable paella and mixed paella, and we’re frequently booked for garden get-togethers and family get-togethers.
In a small place like Nettlestead Green, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the set-up. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
Where we can cook in Nettlestead Green
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Menu ideas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
Planning a party in Nettlestead Green
Nettlestead Green is about 6 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. For paella party catering in Nettlestead Green, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Nettlestead Green is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. Our events stretch from Nettlestead Green to London (about 28 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, Yalding station is about 0.5 miles away. Nearby historic houses include Old Soar Manor (4.3 miles north-west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
We cater parties across ME18 and the streets around it. That could mean a party in a garden on Station Road, Maidstone Road and Hampstead Lane. For parties just outside Nettlestead Green, we cover Nettlestead (1 mile north), Yalding (1 mile south-east), Congelow (1 mile south-east), Wateringbury (2 miles north-east) and Benover (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidstone (6 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (10 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles south-west), Gravesend (14 miles north), Tonbridge (6 miles south-west) and Northfleet (14 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Leybourne Castle (5 miles north) and Teapot Island (0.9 miles south-east).
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Warn the neighbours
- Count adults and children separately
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
When service is finished, we pack down quietly, so the party carries on.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
The process
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. A summer party in Nettlestead Green stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, your venue or ME18 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going.
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right.
Perfect for your party in Nettlestead Green
It suits mixed ages and mixed diets, from children to grandparents.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Summer garden parties
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Big family gatherings
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
After a christening at a church like St Mary's Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Before you book anyone
- The venue requirements
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- If the price includes VAT
- Payment terms and deposit
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
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How we price paella party catering
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Guest numbers
- How many staff you need
- Timings and hours
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The venue or postcode
- What the venue already provides
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Nettlestead Green? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just use our quote form.
FAQs for Nettlestead Green
Is Nettlestead Green too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How far is Nettlestead Green from London?
About 28 miles from central London.
When should I book?
Early for summer weekends. Check your date with us.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Normally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will help you decide the split.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
- 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