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Paella party catering in Newington, Kent
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Newington and across Kent.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Christenings and naming days
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Live paella party catering in Newington
The process
Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. For a late-May party in Newington, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:15pm. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Paella party catering for your party in Newington
It’s easy to cater for a mix of guests: meat, seafood and vegetable or vegan pans side by side. Children typically love a simple chicken paella. We are frequently asked to cater wakes and celebrations of life and family reunions, with vegetable paella, churros and tapas.
Parties around Newington are often relaxed, garden-and-gazebo affairs. Live paella fits right in. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
What’s in the pans
Chicken & chorizo paella
It is one of the most popular pans at parties, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
Churros
All ages love churros.
For event organisers in Newington
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Newington: your questions answered
Do you cater in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Most gardens are fine. We need level ground, clearance and access. Send us a picture.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know and we will add it to the quote.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
How much is live paella catering?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Who books paella party catering in Newington?
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Newington and Kent:
- Garden get-togethers
- Family reunions
- Anniversary celebrations
- Retirement celebrations
For guests coming by train, Newington station is in Newington itself.
What your quote should include
- Space, access and power needs
- Whether VAT is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- When final numbers are due
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Warn the neighbours
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
Kids are fascinated by the giant pans, at a safe distance.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
Parties in Newington: gardens, venues and local tips
Newington is about 3 miles west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Tell us where your party in Newington will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We cater in all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 19 miles away.
If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near Newington can be an alternative, as long as there is outdoor space to cook. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Mary, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Newington is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
This part of Kent takes in ME9. Local streets include Station Road, High Street and London Road; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Newington for paella party catering include Breach (1 mile north-west), Keycol (1 mile east), Lower Hartlip (1 mile west), Danaway (1 mile south) and Chestnut Street (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (8 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (3 miles east), Gravesend (14 miles north-west), Faversham (10 miles east), Northfleet (15 miles west) and Minster (7 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (2.8 miles east) and Court Hall Museum (2.8 miles east). Open spaces near Newington include Bishop Saltings.
- Nearby schools include Leigh Academy Rainham (2 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Wheatsheaf pub (under half a mile south)
Nearby places to Newington
Other catering in Newington
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many courses
- How many guests are eating
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- The date and rough timings
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Diets and allergies you know about
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
We will be honest if a space will not work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Newington
- Tapas
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- 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