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Paella party catering in Penshurst, Kent
Treat your guests to live paella at your party in Penshurst. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Live paella party catering in Penshurst
About our paella party catering in Penshurst
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in the garden or venue and cook as your guests chat. We cook seafood paella, vegetable paella and mixed paella, and we are frequently booked for big family gatherings and anniversaries and engagement parties.
In a small place like Penshurst, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the set-up. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
What affects the price in Penshurst
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Timings and hours
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Distance and access to the venue
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Which courses you have in mind
- The address or venue name
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- What the venue already provides
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.
A closer look at the menu
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going.
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well.
How the day works
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. At midsummer, it’s light in Penshurst until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- We serve from the pan and clear our cooking area away when we are done.
How to prepare
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Penshurst, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
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Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Give separate numbers for children
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
Who books paella party catering in Penshurst?
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Penshurst book us for occasions like:
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Naming days and christenings
- Family reunions
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Penshurst station, about 1.8 miles north.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- A clear list of what’s included
- When final numbers are due
- Whether travel is included
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Before you choose a spot
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Send a picture of the garden so we can check
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Penshurst
- Churros
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
Party venues around Penshurst
Penshurst is about 5 miles north-west of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Whether your party is in the middle of Penshurst or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cater in 922 places in Kent. You can also see our page for London, about 26 miles away.
Historic houses near Penshurst include Penshurst Place (within half a mile north-east) and Chiddingstone Castle (1.8 miles north-west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. After a christening at a church like Church of St John the Baptist, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Paella party catering in TN11 is planned around your venue and timings. That could mean a party in a garden on High Street, The Warren and Beckets Field or the roads around them. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Chiddingstone Hoath (2 miles west), Walter's Green (2 miles south), Chiddingstone Causeway (2 miles north), Fordcombe (2 miles south) and Teasley Mead (3 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Sevenoaks (8 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (5 miles south-east), Tonbridge (5 miles north-east), Kings Hill (12 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (9 miles east) and Southborough (4 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (4.2 miles east) and Chiddingstone Castle (1.8 miles north-west). Open spaces near Penshurst include Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve and Barden Lake.
- Local pubs include The Leicester Arms Hotel (under half a mile north-east)
Penshurst: your questions answered
Is Penshurst close to London?
About 26 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cook in Chiddingstone Castle Park and Gardens?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
How early should we book?
Early for summer weekends. Ask about your date.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
What do you need at the venue?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Do you cater for children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella goes down well with children. Include children in your numbers.
- 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