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Paella Party Catering for Petham events
Treat your guests to live paella at your party in Petham. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Christenings and naming days
- Anniversary celebrations
- Family reunions
Paella party catering in Petham
Planning a party in Petham
Petham is about 4 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. Whether your party is in the middle of Petham or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
After a christening at a church like Church of All Saints, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Petham, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Anywhere in CT4, we can cook for your guests. That could mean a party in a garden on The Street, Vicarage Hill and Town Road or the roads around them. Close by, we cover parties in Garlinge Green (1 mile north-west), Lower Hardres (2 miles north-east), Upper Hardres (2 miles east), Anvil Green (2 miles south-west) and Pett Bottom (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (10 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north), Dover (12 miles south-east), Folkestone (11 miles south-east), Whitstable (9 miles north) and Deal (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Canterbury Castle (3.8 miles north) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (3.4 miles north-east). Open spaces near Petham include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
How our paella party catering works in Petham
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the whole menu is sorted. We’re often asked to cater engagement and anniversary parties and retirement celebrations, serving chicken and chorizo paella, tapas and vegetable paella.
In a small place like Petham, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the set-up. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
The process
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your party. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. For a late-May party in Petham, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:15pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Send us the date, the address, numbers and 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 it hot from the pan, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Tell us when you want to eat
How to get a price
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Petham? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The paellas you choose
- Travel, parking and access
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Where the event is
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- What the venue already provides
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Occasions we cook for in Petham
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones, and there is little waste.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversary celebrations
- Christenings and naming days
- Celebrations of life
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Chartham station, about 2.6 miles north-west.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each dish
- The venue requirements
- What happens if it rains
- When payment is due
FAQs for Petham
Is Petham close to London?
Roughly 53 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
We’re having a ceremony at Church of All Saints: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Do you cater for young children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
We can. Tell us what you need and we’ll include it in the quote.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
There’s a cooking smell, but much less smoke than a barbecue. A friendly note to the neighbours helps.
For planners, venues and organisers
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
What’s in the pans
Chicken & chorizo paella
It is one of the most popular pans at parties, though it isn’t traditional in Valencia.
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Compared with a barbecue, paella is served all at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And nobody is stuck at the grill. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why us?
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Fast service from the pan
Take a look at How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
DIY paella versus live catering
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.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Nearby places to Petham
Other catering in Petham
- 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