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Paella Party Catering for Painter's Forstal events
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Painter's Forstal and the surrounding area.
- Big birthdays
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Naming days and christenings
Paella party catering for Painter's Forstal events
Paella party catering for your party in Painter's Forstal
Paella is relaxed food: it’s served from the pan and shared, without any fuss. On the menu are seafood paella, mixed paella and vegetable paella, and typical bookings are for engagement and anniversary parties and big birthdays.
Country parties near Painter's Forstal suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
Why choose paella party catering in Painter's Forstal?
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
Whatever you are celebrating in Painter's Forstal, live paella can be the centrepiece. We frequently cook for:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Family get-togethers
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
If guests are coming by rail, Faversham station is about 1.8 miles away.
What your quote should include
- How late numbers can change
- How each diet is kept separate
- The venue requirements
- The deposit and payment dates
DIY paella versus live catering
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
What affects the price in Painter's Forstal
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Distance and access to the venue
- Guest numbers
- Your choice of paellas
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Expected numbers
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, use our quote form.
How it works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. At midsummer, it is light in Painter's Forstal until about 9:15pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Ask for a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Painter's Forstal, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Space, weather and the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
About the dishes
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Seafood paella
Seafood paella normally gets the photos, and is best served with lemon.
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
- Plan seats for most guests
After service, we pack down, so the party carries on.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
Hosting a paella party in Painter's Forstal
Painter's Forstal is about 2 miles south-west of Faversham, in Kent. From the centre of Painter's Forstal to the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 10 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Nearby historic houses include Belmont House and Gardens (1.8 miles south). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
We cater parties across the ME13 postcode area. That could mean a party in a garden on Cades Orchard, Eastling Road and Painter's Forstal Road. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include North Street (1 mile south-east), Sheldwich (2 miles south-east), Sheldwich Lees (2 miles south-east), Throwley (2 miles south) and Eastling (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (14 miles west), Ashford (11 miles south), Canterbury (10 miles east), Sittingbourne (6 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east) and Herne Bay (13 miles north-east).
A little further out are Newnham Castle (2.5 miles west).
- Local schools include The Abbey School (1.4 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Alma pub (within half a mile south-west)
Painter's Forstal questions
Is Painter's Forstal close to London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Painter's Forstal?
Faversham station, about 1.8 miles north-east of the centre.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan for them.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Do you cater in Painter's Forstal?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Painter's Forstal is within our area. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
- 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