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Paella Party Catering in Newingreen
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Newingreen and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Family reunions
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Paella party catering in Newingreen
Dietary needs and planning tips
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
At food time, we serve straight from the pan.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
Paella party catering in Newingreen, cooked live
Nothing gets a party going like the smell of paella cooking. People drift over with a drink to watch it cook. We are frequently asked to cater wakes and celebrations of life and christenings and naming days, serving vegetable paella, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella.
A country party near Newingreen is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We serve straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once it’s ready.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Hosting a paella party in Newingreen
Newingreen is about 2 miles north-west of Hythe, in Kent. For paella party catering in Newingreen, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Newingreen is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 13 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Pedlinge Chapel, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. If guests are coming by rail, Westenhanger station is about 0.6 miles away. Newingreen is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop. The coast is within about 3 miles, so seafood paella frequently features, and we always plan for wind.
Here we cover the CT21 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Stone Street and Ashford Road, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Close by, we cover parties in Westenhanger (1 mile north), Berwick (1 mile south-west), Lympne (1 mile south-west), Pedlinge (1 mile south-east) and Sandling (1 mile east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Ashford (8 miles north-west), Canterbury (13 miles north), Dover (12 miles east), Folkestone (6 miles east), Tower Hamlets (12 miles east) and Hawkinge (6 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Lympne Castle (1.2 miles south-west) and Royal Victoria Hospital (5.9 miles east). Not far away are Tolsford Hill and Hatch Park.
- Schools near Newingreen include Brockhill Park Performing Arts College (1.4 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Royal Oak Public House (under half a mile south)
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
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.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Live paella or other catering?
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And there is no host stuck at the grill. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- A clear, itemised quote
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Read How we price And The cost guide.
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. A summer party in Newingreen stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- You get a menu and 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Leave space around the cooking area
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: give us the basics about your party, and we will suggest a menu. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Occasions we cook for in Newingreen
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones.
Whatever you are celebrating in Newingreen, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Garden get-togethers
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Big family gatherings
- Celebrations of life
Parks such as Sandling Park generally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier.
Comparing caterers
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The deadline for final numbers
- The venue requirements
What paella party catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many courses
- Guest numbers
- How long we are needed on site
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Details that help
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The date and rough timings
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
FAQs for Newingreen
We’re having a ceremony at Pedlinge Chapel: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Newingreen close to London?
Roughly 57 miles from the centre of London.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three covers most guests. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Can you do a kids’ option?
Paella is popular with children, especially a mild chicken one. Tell us how many and their ages.
When should I book?
The sooner the better, but it’s always worth asking. Send your date and we’ll check.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a 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