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Paella party catering in Stone Cross, Kent
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Stone Cross.
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Live paella party catering in Stone Cross
Perfect for your party in Stone Cross
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones, and there’s little waste.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Garden get-togethers
- Family reunions
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Ham Street station, about 2.3 miles south-west.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How each diet is kept separate
- A clear list of what’s included
Paella party catering in Stone Cross, cooked live
It is easy to cater for a mix of guests: meat, seafood and vegetable or vegan pans side by side. Children normally love a simple chicken paella. For anniversaries and engagement parties and retirement and leaving parties, we can cook chicken and chorizo paella, mixed paella and seafood paella for your guests.
Near Stone Cross, parties are often in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the set-up. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
Prices and what affects them
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many staff you need
- Travel, parking and access
- Timings and hours
- Guest numbers
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.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where we’d cook
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Towns and villages near Stone Cross
Also in Stone Cross
DIY paella versus live catering
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
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.
Parties in Stone Cross: gardens, venues and local tips
Stone Cross is about 4 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. For a party in Stone Cross, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Stone Cross. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our events stretch from Stone Cross to Canterbury (15 miles away).
Thinking of a party in Poulton Wood? Cooking in a public park usually needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Stone Cross, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
This part of Kent takes in TN25, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Your party could be at a home on Stone Cross Road and Frith Road. Nearby, we also cater parties in Bromley Green (2 miles west), Ruckinge (2 miles south), Orlestone (2 miles south-west), Hamstreet (2 miles south-west) and Kenardington (4 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (4 miles north), Canterbury (15 miles north-east), Folkestone (12 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north), Hythe (8 miles east) and Preston (15 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (3.5 miles north) and Ashford Designer Outlet (3.1 miles north). Not far away are Orlestone Forest.
A closer look at the menu
Churros
All ages love churros.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser.
Your questions about paella party catering in Stone Cross
How far is Stone Cross from London?
About 51 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cook in Poulton Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
When should I book?
Early is best, but ask even if it’s soon. Send your date and we’ll check.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Let the neighbours know
- Have bins ready
- Tell us how many children are coming
When service is finished, we pack down quietly, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
Planners, venues and businesses
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Venues often have their own rules about 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.
What happens on the day
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. At midsummer, it is light in Stone Cross until about 9:15pm, 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.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Tell us where to park and unload
Ask for a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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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:
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- 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