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Paella party catering in Priestwood, Kent
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events makes the food a highlight of your party in Priestwood.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Big family gatherings
- Summer garden parties
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Paella party catering in Priestwood, made fresh on the day
Mixed groups are easy: meat, seafood and vegetable or vegan pans side by side. Children generally love a simple chicken paella. On the menu are churros, mixed paella and seafood paella, and we are often booked for leaving dos and retirements and neighbourhood celebrations.
A country party near Priestwood is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
A closer look at the menu
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate.
What affects the price in Priestwood
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of paellas
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The number of people
- Timings and hours
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The courses you’d like
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
Live paella or other catering?
If you want special but not formal, live paella fits perfectly. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why us?
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- A quote that spells everything out
- We cover Priestwood and the whole of Kent
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Read Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
Why choose paella party catering in Priestwood?
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Priestwood and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Big birthdays
- Baby celebrations
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Summer garden parties
Historic houses near Priestwood include Cobham College (2.6 miles north-east) and Starkey Castle (3.9 miles east). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Before booking anyone
- How late numbers can change
- When payment is due
- How long the team stays
- Allergen information for each dish
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Step by step
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks. At midsummer, it is light in Priestwood until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- 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
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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What we need at the venue
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- 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 Priestwood
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
Hosting a paella party in Priestwood
Priestwood is about 5 miles south of Gravesend, in Kent. Across the DA13 area, we can bring the pans to you. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 22 miles away.
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of Our Lady of the Meadow, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Sole Street station, about 1.9 miles north.
Wherever your party is in DA13, we can bring paella party catering to you. That could mean a party in a garden on Chandler's Hill, Chandler's Road and Priestwood Road. Other places close to Priestwood for paella party catering include Priestwood Green (1 mile south-west), Harvel (1 mile south), South Street (1 mile west), Foxendown (1 mile north) and Culverstone Green (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (9 miles south-east), Dartford (9 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (5 miles north), Tonbridge (12 miles south) and Northfleet (5 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Leybourne Castle (4.1 miles south-east) and Coldrum Long Barrow (2.4 miles south). The countryside around Priestwood includes Ranscombe Farm.
Common questions in Priestwood
We’re having a ceremony at Church of Our Lady of the Meadow: 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 normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Priestwood close to London?
Roughly 22 miles from the centre of London.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. See all areas.
How much paella per person?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Do you do desserts?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Can you cater at a hired venue?
Usually. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
How far in advance should we book?
The sooner the better, but it’s always worth asking. Send your date and we’ll check.
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Add a diet question to the invitation
Children love watching the paella cook.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
DIY paella versus live catering
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
- 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