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Paella party catering in Snoll Hatch, Kent
Looking for paella party catering in Snoll Hatch? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Summer garden parties
- Retirement celebrations
Paella party catering for Snoll Hatch events
Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Let the neighbours know
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
How our paella party catering works in Snoll Hatch
Live paella suits birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer parties. The cooking is the centrepiece, and the food is served hot and generous. For big family gatherings and retirement celebrations, we will put together a menu of seafood paella, churros and chicken and chorizo paella for your guests.
Country parties near Snoll Hatch suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Towns and villages near Snoll Hatch
What else we do in Snoll Hatch
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Hosting a paella party in Snoll Hatch
Snoll Hatch is about 5 miles east of Tonbridge, in Kent. We cook at parties in gardens, halls and venues around Snoll Hatch. We cater in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 29 miles away.
Historic houses near Snoll Hatch include Old Soar Manor (4.5 miles north-west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Beltring station, about 1 mile east.
For paella party catering in TN12, we plan around your venue and your guests. Streets in the area include Snoll Hatch Road and Addlestead Road, and we can cook for a party on any of them. For parties just outside Snoll Hatch, we cover East Peckham (1 mile north-east), Little Mill (1 mile west), Branbridges (1 mile east), Hale Street (1 mile north-east) and Beltring (1 mile south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidstone (7 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (10 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north), Tonbridge (5 miles west) and Northfleet (15 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find The Hop Farm Museum (1.1 miles south-east) and Tonbridge Castle (4.8 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Nearby, you will find The Merry Boys pub (less than half a mile north-east)
Live paella or other catering?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Why book with us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Catering across Kent, including Snoll Hatch
- No hidden extras in your quote
Read How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Who books paella party catering in Snoll Hatch?
It is sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We frequently cook for:
- Naming days and christenings
- Summer garden parties
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Family get-togethers
After a christening at a church like Church of the Holy Trinity, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Before booking anyone
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How long the team stays
- Whether travel is included
- VAT, if it applies
What’s in the pans
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate, a sweet finish.
Working with your venue
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.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Snoll Hatch: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for Snoll Hatch?
The closest is Beltring station, roughly 1 mile away.
Is Snoll Hatch close to London?
About 29 miles from central London.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan for them.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Normally, yes, if there’s a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send a photo and we’ll check.
What paella party catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Distance and access to the venue
- The length of service
- How many staff you need
- How many courses
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The courses you’d like
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Expected numbers
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
How it works
Here’s how the day typically runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan when you’re ready to eat. Sunset in Snoll Hatch is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
Getting a price
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Snoll Hatch? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Read more
- 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