Medway · England
Paella party catering in Stoke, Medway
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Stoke and the surrounding area.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Christenings and naming days
Live paella party catering in Stoke
Should I cook it myself?
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.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Paella party catering for your party in Stoke
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the whole menu is sorted. Whether it’s retirement and leaving parties and anniversary celebrations, we can cook tapas, churros and seafood paella.
Country parties near Stoke suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- How many staff you need
- Parking and unloading
- How many courses
- Timings and hours
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The address or venue name
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Have bins ready
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Have cover ready for a shower
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
Space, weather and the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
Step by step
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. At midsummer, it is light in Stoke until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Let us know the timings for the day
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
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Towns and villages near Stoke
What else we do in Stoke
Dishes our guests love
Seafood paella
Seafood paella typically gets the photos, and is best served with lemon.
Churros
All ages love churros.
Common questions in Stoke
How far is Stoke from London?
Roughly 31 miles from the centre of London.
Is Stoke too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
When should I book?
As early as you can for summer weekends, which fill up first. Ask about your date.
What about pudding?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Can you cook indoors?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Who clears up?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Occasions we cook for in Stoke
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
In Stoke and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Summer garden parties
- Naming days and christenings
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- Space, access and power needs
- Who provides the crockery
- Payment terms and deposit
Stoke parties: what to know
Stoke is about 5 miles north of Gillingham, in Medway. For a party in Stoke, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cater in all 68 towns and villages across Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Stoke to Canterbury (23 miles away).
Paella party catering in ME3 is planned around your venue. Streets in the area include Vicarage Lane and Vicarage Close, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Middle Stoke (1 mile east), Lower Stoke (1 mile north-east), North Street (1 mile south-west), Tunbridge Hill (1 mile south-west) and St Mary Hoo (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cater in Gillingham (5 miles south), Chatham (7 miles south-west), Rochester (7 miles south-west), Rainham (6 miles south), Strood (7 miles south-west) and Luton (6 miles south-west).
A little further out are Medway Maritime Hospital (5.7 miles south-west) and Upnor Castle (4.8 miles south-west). Not far away are Bishop Saltings.
- Pubs nearby include The White Horse pub (within half a mile north-east)
Planners, venues and businesses
Organising a club, school or community event in Stoke? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
- 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