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Paella party catering in Small Hythe, Kent
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Small Hythe.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Big birthdays
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Paella party catering for Small Hythe events
How our paella party catering works in Small Hythe
Mixed groups are easy: meat, seafood and vegetable or vegan pans side by side. Children typically love a simple chicken paella. We cook mixed paella, tapas and vegetable paella, and we’re frequently booked for family reunions and retirement and leaving parties.
Country parties near Small Hythe suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. You will know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
Is live paella right for your party?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella is hard to beat. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
Why book with us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- A clear, itemised quote
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
Towns and villages near Small Hythe
Other catering in Small Hythe
Parties in Small Hythe: gardens, venues and local tips
Small Hythe is about 10 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Whether your party is in the middle of Small Hythe or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 23 miles away.
Historic houses near Small Hythe include Smallhythe Place (under half a mile south). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
For paella party catering in TN30, we plan around your venue and timings. Close by, we cover parties in Broad Tenterden (1 mile north), Tenterden (2 miles north), Strood (2 miles north-west), Rolvenden Layne (3 miles west) and Rolvenden (3 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Ashford (10 miles north-east), Park Wood (15 miles north-west), Kennington (12 miles north-east), New Romney (11 miles east), Staplehurst (11 miles north-west) and Stanhope (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Benenden Hospital (4.8 miles north-west) and Smallhythe Place (within half a mile south). Green spaces nearby include Flatropers Wood.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Have bins ready
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll help serve and clear so you can relax.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Prices and what affects them
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Timings and hours
- Distance and access to the venue
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The address or venue name
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Dishes our guests love
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate.
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going while they watch the pans.
How it works
On the day, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so the timing is planned around your event. Sunset in Small Hythe is about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Check the venue allows live cooking
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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Space, weather and the venue
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Tapas
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
Who books paella party catering in Small Hythe?
It works whatever the occasion, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
In Small Hythe and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Summer garden parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Naming days and christenings
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St John the Baptist, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Comparing caterers
- How each diet is kept separate
- How bad weather is handled
- When final numbers are due
- The venue requirements
Small Hythe questions
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St John the Baptist: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Small Hythe close to London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Will the neighbours notice?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. The smell is generally the best advert for the party.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
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.
What does paella party catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can you supply crockery?
If you need them. Crockery or disposables can be added.
- 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