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Paella Party Catering for Potter's Forstal events
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Potter's Forstal.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Big birthdays
- Christenings and naming days
Paella party catering near Potter's Forstal
Step by step
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. At midsummer, it is light in Potter'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.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
How to prepare
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Give us a contact for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
Planning help
Paella party catering in Potter's Forstal, cooked live
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. Whether it’s family get-togethers and neighbourhood celebrations, we can cook chicken and chorizo paella, seafood paella and churros for your guests.
Near Potter's Forstal, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the set-up. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Count adults and children separately
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
After service, we pack down, so the party carries on.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
Occasions we cook for in Potter's Forstal
It’s sociable food, ideal when people want to mingle.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Potter's Forstal and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Big birthdays
- Retirement celebrations
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Family reunions
If guests are coming by rail, Pluckley station is about 2.9 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- A clear list of what’s included
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- When payment is due
- If the price includes VAT
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Level ground for the pans and burners
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Potter's Forstal
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Nearby places to Potter's Forstal
Other catering in Potter's Forstal
What’s in the pans
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock.
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
How we price paella party catering
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Distance and access to the venue
- The paellas you choose
- How long we’re needed on site
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The venue or postcode
- Your date and when you want to eat
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, use our quote form.
Your questions about paella party catering in Potter's Forstal
Which station should guests use for Potter's Forstal?
Pluckley station, about 2.9 miles south-east of the centre.
Is Potter's Forstal too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
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.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
On request. Crockery or disposables can be added.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Can you cook in the rain?
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.
What does paella party catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Potter's Forstal parties: what to know
Potter's Forstal is about 8 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. Whether your party is in the middle of Potter's Forstal or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Potter's Forstal is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. Our events stretch from Potter's Forstal to Canterbury (17 miles away).
The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Potter's Forstal, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cater parties across TN27 and the streets around it. Other places close to Potter's Forstal for paella party catering include Egerton Forstal (1 mile south-east), Pembles Cross (1 mile north), Newland Green (1 mile south-east), Mundy Bois (1 mile south-east) and Egerton (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (9 miles north-west), Ashford (8 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Davington (12 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Coldbridge Castle (0.8 miles north-west).
Paella compared with other options
Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why us?
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Events in Potter's Forstal and across Kent
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- A quote that spells everything out
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
- 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