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Paella party catering in South Green, Kent
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in South Green and across Kent.
- Baby celebrations
- Celebrations of life
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Paella party catering near South Green
Paella party catering in South Green, cooked live
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the whole menu is sorted. Popular choices include tapas, churros and mixed paella, and we are frequently booked for family reunions and baby celebrations.
Country parties near South Green suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Planning a party in South Green
South Green is about 4 miles south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We cater parties at homes, gardens and venues in South Green and the surrounding area. We cook in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 19 miles away.
Historic houses near South Green include Leeds Castle (4.4 miles south). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Newington station, about 3 miles north. South Green is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cater parties across ME9 and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Stockbury (1 mile north-west), Oad Street (2 miles north-east), Silver Street (2 miles east), Bredgar (2 miles east) and Danaway (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (6 miles south-west), Ashford (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north-east), Gravesend (14 miles north-west), Faversham (10 miles east) and Minster (10 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Leeds Castle (4.4 miles south) and KIMS hospital (4.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Detling Hill.
- Local pubs include The Three Squirrels pub (0.7 miles north-west)
Should I cook it myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
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’ll do the cooking.
Planners, venues and businesses
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
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What else we do in South Green
Planning for every diet
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Count adults and children separately
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Mixed paella
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. A summer party in South Green stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock, for the fish lovers.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who don’t eat seafood.
Live paella or other catering?
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so everyone eats together. And there’s no host stuck at the grill. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why book with us
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Take a look at How we price Or What paella catering costs.
Your questions about paella party catering in South Green
Can you cook in Stockbury Hill Wood?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Mary Magdalene Church?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Can you cook in the rain?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Can you supply crockery?
On request. Proper crockery or good-quality disposables can be added.
Can you cook indoors?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Can you cater at a hired venue?
Typically. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
When should I book?
As early as you can for summer weekends, which fill up first. Ask about your date.
Occasions we cook for in South Green
It suits mixed ages and mixed diets, from children to grandparents.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in South Green book us for occasions like:
- Naming days and christenings
- Anniversary celebrations
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Milestone birthdays
Thinking of a party in Stockbury Hill Wood? Cooking in a public park typically needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and deposit
- What the price includes, item by item
- How long the team stays
- Allergen information for each dish
- 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