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Paella party catering in South Street, 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 South Street.
- Summer garden parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Big birthdays
Book paella party catering in South Street
Where we can cook in South Street
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- 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 South Street
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
Paella party catering for your party in South Street
Paella is relaxed food: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, without any fuss. Typical bookings include family get-togethers and engagement and anniversary parties, with mixed paella, vegetable paella and tapas.
In a small place like South Street, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the set-up. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
For event organisers in South Street
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Towns and villages near South Street
What else we do in South Street
Why choose paella party catering in South Street?
It works whatever the occasion, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in South Street and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Family reunions
- Naming days and christenings
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Parks such as Trosley Country Park usually need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier.
Comparing caterers
- When final numbers are due
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Travel and parking costs
- What the caterer needs from your venue
Is live paella right for your party?
Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why book with us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Drinks service on request
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Take a look at How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
The menu, dish by dish
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser.
DIY paella versus live catering
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. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Party venues around South Street
South Street is about 6 miles south of Gravesend, in Kent. We cater parties at homes, gardens and venues in South Street and nearby villages. South Street is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. We cook right across the region, from South Street to London (22 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Meopham station, about 2.4 miles north. Historic houses near South Street include Cobham College (3.3 miles north-east) and Starkey Castle (4.8 miles east). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of South Street, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in DA13, we can cook for your guests. From South Street and Chapman's Hill or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. Other places close to South Street for paella party catering include New Street (1 mile west), Priestwood Green (1 mile east), Culverstone Green (1 mile south), Harvel (1 mile south-east) and Priestwood (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles south-east), Dartford (8 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (9 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south), Gravesend (6 miles north) and Tonbridge (11 miles south).
A little further out are Leybourne Castle (4.5 miles south-east) and Coldrum Long Barrow (2.3 miles south-east).
- Local schools include Meopham School (1.1 miles north)
FAQs for South Street
What’s the nearest station to South Street for guests?
Meopham station, about 2.4 miles north of the centre.
Is South Street close to London?
Roughly 22 miles from the centre of London.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
How long do you need on site?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Will there be enough food?
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.
Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Give separate numbers for children
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
When service is finished, we pack down quietly, so the party carries on.
Tapas to start keep guests happy.
How the day works
Here’s how the day usually runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and it’s served hot from the pan at the agreed time. Sunset in South Street is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- 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, then clear our area.
How to prepare
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Get a quote
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in South Street? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
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- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
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