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Paella Party Catering for Old Hawkinge events
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Old Hawkinge and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Naming days and christenings
- Celebrations of life
Planning an event in Old Hawkinge?
Paella party catering in Old Hawkinge, made fresh on the day
It is easy to cater for a mix of guests: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood pan and a vegetable or vegan pan side by side. A plain chicken paella keeps children happy. For wakes and celebrations of life and big birthdays, we will put together a menu of tapas, mixed paella and vegetable paella for your guests.
Near Old Hawkinge, parties are often in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Count adults and children separately
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll help serve and clear.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
FAQs for Old Hawkinge
Do you cater in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Could we have live paella in East Cliff and Warren Country Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
What about pudding?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Is paella OK for kids?
Paella is popular with children, especially a mild chicken one. Let us know numbers and ages.
Occasions we cook for in Old Hawkinge
Any occasion works, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
In Old Hawkinge and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Birthday parties
- Big family gatherings
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Michael, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Questions to ask before you book
- When payment is due
- What the price includes, item by item
- The deadline for final numbers
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Dishes our guests love
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
Also in Old Hawkinge
Paella compared with other options
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Old Hawkinge
- We cover Old Hawkinge and the whole of Kent
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Old Hawkinge? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Old Hawkinge parties: what to know
Old Hawkinge is about 1 mile east of Hawkinge, in Kent. Wherever your party is in the CT18 area, we can cook for your guests. Old Hawkinge is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Old Hawkinge to Canterbury (12 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Acrise Place (2.7 miles north-west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. For guests coming by train, Folkestone Central station is about 2.3 miles away. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Old Hawkinge, 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.
We cater parties across CT18 and the streets around it. We can cater a party on streets such as Standen Lane and Church Hill. If your venue is just outside Old Hawkinge, we also cover Hawkinge (1 mile west), Densole (2 miles north-west), Swingfield Minnis (2 miles north), Arpinge (2 miles west) and Selsted (3 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Ashford (14 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (5 miles east), Deal (11 miles north-east), Hythe (5 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (5 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Folkestone Castle (1.6 miles south-west) and Royal Victoria Hospital (2.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Sugar Loaf Hill.
- Schools near Old Hawkinge include Turner Free School (2.3 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include White Horse pub (0.7 miles west)
Before you choose a spot
We will be honest if a space will not work, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
DIY paella versus live catering
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
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.
What happens on the day
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you are free to enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. Sunset in Old Hawkinge is about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Plan cover in case of rain
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- 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