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Paella party catering in Stodmarsh, Kent
Looking for paella party catering in Stodmarsh? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Family reunions
- Christenings and naming days
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Paella party catering in Stodmarsh
How it works
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks. Sunset in Stodmarsh is about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- On the day, we set up and get cooking.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- It’s served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Get a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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About our paella party catering in Stodmarsh
A paella party takes the cooking off your hands without turning the day into a formal dinner. We set up in the garden or venue and cook as your guests chat. On the menu are vegetable paella, tapas and chicken and chorizo paella, and we are frequently booked for garden get-togethers and big family gatherings.
Country parties near Stodmarsh suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Perfect for your party in Stodmarsh
It’s generous and sociable, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Stodmarsh and Kent:
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Baby celebrations
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Historic houses near Stodmarsh include Goodnestone Park (4.4 miles south-east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Before booking anyone
- How long the team stays
- Travel and parking costs
- Allergen information for each dish
- If the price includes VAT
Stodmarsh parties: what to know
Stodmarsh is about 5 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. For paella party catering in Stodmarsh, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Sturry station, about 2.6 miles west. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Mary, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Near the coast, within about 6 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice, with shelter from the breeze planned in.
Wherever your party is in CT3, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Nearby, we also cater parties in Hersden (1 mile north-west), Westbere (2 miles west), Hollow Street (2 miles north), Hoath (2 miles north) and Chislet (3 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Canterbury (5 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (12 miles south-east), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles east) and Broadstairs (12 miles east).
A little further out are St Martins Hospital (3.6 miles south-west) and Canterbury Castle (4.9 miles west). Green spaces nearby include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby schools include Spires Academy (1.6 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Red Lion pub (less than half a mile east)
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Somewhere close to park and unload
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
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How we price paella party catering
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- How long we are needed on site
- How many courses
- The number of people
- Your choice of paellas
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
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- The address or venue name
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Which courses you have in mind
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
The menu, dish by dish
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well.
Seafood paella
Seafood paella generally gets the photos.
Why choose live paella in Stodmarsh?
DIY catering saves money but costs you time. Book us and you are free to enjoy it. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why book with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Real theatre, not just catering
- A quote that spells everything out
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Take a look at Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
Working with your venue
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
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 enjoy the party, let us cook.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Stodmarsh questions
Can you cook in Grove Ferry Picnic Area?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
How far is Stodmarsh from London?
About 57 miles from central London, and well within our area.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Can you cook indoors?
Generally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Can you do a kids’ option?
Yes. A simple chicken paella goes down well with children. Include children in your numbers.
Is my garden big enough?
Often, yes, if there’s a level spot clear of fences and trees. Send a picture and we’ll check.
Do you cater in Stodmarsh?
Yes, we do. Stodmarsh is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
- 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