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Paella party catering in Preston, Kent
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Preston.
- Milestone birthdays
- Retirement celebrations
- Baby celebrations
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For event organisers in Preston
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. 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 will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Paella party catering in Preston, made fresh on the day
Live paella suits birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer parties. The pans become the focal point, and everyone gets a hot, generous plate. Whether it is anniversary celebrations and milestone birthdays, we will put together a menu of tapas, seafood paella and vegetable paella.
In a place like Preston, a garden party is generally the easiest option. Let us know how we can get to the garden, and we’ll bring everything else. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Warn the neighbours
- Plan seats for most guests
We are set up before guests arrive, so the cooking is under way as people arrive.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
Nearby places to Preston
What else we do in Preston
What happens on the day
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. Sunset in Preston is about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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A closer look at the menu
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought.
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more to start.
Preston parties: what to know
Preston is about 7 miles south-west of Whitstable, in Kent. Whether your party is in the middle of Preston or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover 922 places in Kent. Our events stretch from Preston to Canterbury (about 8 miles away).
Thinking of a party in Oare Meadow? Cooking in a public park normally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. Nearby historic houses include Belmont House and Gardens (3.3 miles south-west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
For paella party catering in ME13, we plan around your venue. Whether your party is on Back Lane, Quay Lane and Park Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. You’ll find Preston on the A2 and A251, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. For parties just outside Preston, we cover Faversham (1 mile north-west), The Brents (1 mile north), Davington (1 mile north-west), Ospringe (1 mile west) and Whitehill (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (8 miles east), Sittingbourne (7 miles west), Whitstable (7 miles north-east), Herne Bay (11 miles east) and Minster (8 miles north-west).
A little further out are Newnham Castle (4.3 miles south-west).
- Nearby schools include Ethelbert Road Primary School (within half a mile west)
- Pubs nearby include The Elephant pub (within half a mile west)
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against 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, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
FAQs for Preston
Could we have live paella in Oare Meadow?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Is Preston close to London?
Roughly 45 miles from the centre of London.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
Can you cook indoors?
Generally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
What if the weather’s bad?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Why choose paella party catering in Preston?
It’s sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Preston, people book us for events such as:
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Christenings and naming days
- Birthday parties
- Family get-togethers
For guests coming by train, Faversham station is in Preston itself.
What to look for in a quote
- How late numbers can change
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How bad weather is handled
- VAT, if it applies
Live paella or other catering?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We’ll send you a quote.
Why Preston hosts choose us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Fast service from the pan
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- 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