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Paella Party Catering for Pett Bottom events
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Pett Bottom and across Kent.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Family reunions
Paella party catering near Pett Bottom
Diets, allergies and planning
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Count adults and children separately
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Have bins ready
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
About our paella party catering in Pett Bottom
Most gardens can host a paella party, as long as there is a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Send us a photo if you’re unsure. We are frequently asked to cater big birthdays and garden get-togethers, serving churros, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
A country party near Pett Bottom is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
DIY paella versus live catering
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Why choose paella party catering in Pett Bottom?
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones, and there’s little waste.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Big birthdays
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Big family gatherings
After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Comparing caterers
- Whether VAT is included
- When final numbers are due
- Staff numbers and hours
- What happens if it rains
FAQs for Pett Bottom
How far is Pett Bottom from London?
Roughly 55 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is Pett Bottom too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you cover Pett Bottom?
We do. Pett Bottom is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Is paella OK for kids?
Most children enjoy paella, especially a mild chicken one. Let us know numbers and ages.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will talk it through before the day.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
A closer look at the menu
Vegetable paella
Vegetarians get a real main course.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser, though it isn’t traditional in Valencia.
Nearby places to Pett Bottom
Also in Pett Bottom
Planning a party in Pett Bottom
Pett Bottom is about 4 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. We cook at parties in gardens, halls and venues around Pett Bottom and nearby villages. Pett Bottom is one of 922 places in Kent we cover.
For guests coming by train, Bekesbourne station is about 3 miles away. Pett Bottom is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Paella party catering in CT4 is planned around your venue and your guests. Whether your party is on Pett Bottom Road and School Lane or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. We also cook at parties in Lower Hardres (1 mile north-west), Upper Hardres (1 mile south-west), Street End (1 mile north-west), Lynsore Bottom (1 mile south) and Nackington (2 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Ashford (12 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Whitstable (9 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
A little further out are Canterbury Castle (3.4 miles north) and Rupert Bear Museum (3.5 miles north).
- Nearby, you will find The Duck pub (within half a mile south-east)
Planning the cooking area
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you. The main points are:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Pett Bottom
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
Organising for someone else?
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Is live paella right for your party?
Ordering in is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Pett Bottom
- A clear, itemised quote
- Events in Pett Bottom and across Kent
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
The process
When the rice goes in, it is left alone. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Sunset in Pett Bottom 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.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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