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Paella party catering in Standen, Kent
Planning paella party catering in Standen? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Big birthdays
- Anniversary celebrations
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Book paella party catering in Standen
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
What you get with us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- A clear, itemised quote
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
Paella party catering in Standen, made fresh on the day
A paella party takes the cooking off your hands without turning the day into a formal dinner. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. Popular choices include churros, seafood paella and tapas, and typical bookings are for street and neighbourhood parties and birthday parties.
In a small place like Standen, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the set-up. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
Parties in Standen: gardens, venues and local tips
Standen is about 9 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. From the centre of Standen to the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Standen is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. Our events stretch from Standen to Canterbury (about 21 miles away).
The High Weald National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Standen, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For paella party catering in TN27, we plan around your venue. Local streets include Smarden Road, Pook Lane and Weeks Lane; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Standen for paella party catering include Curteis' Corner (1 mile south-west), Lashenden (1 mile north-west), Monk's Hill (1 mile north-east), Biddenden (1 mile south-west) and Stede Quarter (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles north-west), Ashford (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west), Foley Park (12 miles north-west) and Paddock Wood (12 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Benenden Hospital (3.5 miles south-west) and Romden Castle (2.7 miles north-east).
Events we cater in Standen
It works for all ages and diets, from children to grandparents.
These are some of the occasions we cater in Standen and Kent:
- Big family gatherings
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Birthday parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
If guests are coming by rail, Headcorn station is about 2.6 miles away.
Before you book anyone
- Space, access and power needs
- How bad weather is handled
- Whether travel is included
- A clear list of what’s included
Space, weather and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in Standen
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Standen questions
Do you cater in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is Standen too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Typically, if there’s outdoor space to cook. Ask the venue about live cooking.
Where do you cater?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. See all areas.
Do you take everything away?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Can you supply crockery?
If you need them. Crockery or disposables are available.
What does paella party catering cost?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will make a plan B with you.
Prices and what affects them
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Timings and hours
- Whether you need crockery
- The paellas you choose
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Expected numbers
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
The process
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests typically gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. For a late-May party in Standen, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:15pm. If the party runs past dark, we will 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 from the pan and pack down.
Before we arrive
- Give us a contact for the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Count adults and children separately
- Plan seats for most guests
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
After service, we pack down, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
What’s in the pans
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It is one of the most popular pans at parties, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
Places near Standen
Other catering in Standen
- 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