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Paella party catering in Pollhill, Kent
Planning paella party catering in Pollhill? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Christenings and naming days
- Big family gatherings
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Planning an event in Pollhill?
About our paella party catering in Pollhill
Homes, gardens, clubs and hired venues all work in and around Pollhill. On the menu are tapas, mixed paella and chicken and chorizo paella, and we are often booked for garden parties and summer barbecues and wakes and celebrations of life.
Country parties near Pollhill suit live 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.
How the day works
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. At midsummer, it is light in Pollhill until about 9:15pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Ask for a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
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How we price paella party catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many courses
- Your choice of paellas
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Travel, parking and access
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The address or venue name
- The courses you’d like
- Any dietary needs and allergies
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
What we need at the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Pollhill
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
A closer look at the menu
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, and a good choice for guests who don’t eat seafood.
Churros
All ages love churros.
Your questions about paella party catering in Pollhill
Can you cook in Kiln Wood?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Catholic Church of the Good Shepherd?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
How early should we book?
The sooner the better, but it is always worth asking. Send your date and we’ll check.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Who books paella party catering in Pollhill?
It is sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Naming days and christenings
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Summer garden parties
Parks such as Kiln Wood typically need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier.
Questions to ask before booking
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
- Who provides the crockery
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Should I cook it myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Is live paella right for your party?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Paella covers everyone with separate pans. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why book with us
- Events in Pollhill and across Kent
- Fast service from the pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Parties in Pollhill: gardens, venues and local tips
Pollhill is about 6 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. For a party in Pollhill, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Pollhill. Pollhill is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 18 miles away.
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Catholic Church of the Good Shepherd, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Harrietsham station, about 0.5 miles north-east. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Pollhill, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Here we cover the ME17 postcode area. Local streets include Horwood Way, Shrubwood Close and Parkfield Close; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. Close by, we cover parties in Harrietsham (1 mile east), Chegworth (1 mile north-west), Marley (1 mile east), Fairbourne Heath (1 mile south) and Broomfield (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-east), Faversham (11 miles north-east), Minster (14 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (11 miles west).
A little further out are Leeds Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and The Dog Collar Museum (1.5 miles west).
- Local schools include The Lenham School (2 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Roebuck Public House (0.5 miles north-east)
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
- 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