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Paella party catering in Stubb's Cross, Kent
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Stubb's Cross.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
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How our paella party catering works in Stubb's Cross
Birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer get-togethers all suit live paella. The pans become the focal point, and the food is served hot and generous. On the menu are churros, seafood paella and tapas, and we’re regularly asked to cater wakes and memorial gatherings and retirement and leaving parties.
In a small place like Stubb's Cross, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often 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.
How it works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. A summer party in Stubb's Cross stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- 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.
- It is served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
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What affects the price in Stubb's Cross
These are the factors that matter most:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How long we are needed on site
- Guest numbers
- The paellas you choose
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many adults and children
- What the venue already provides
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Stubb's Cross? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just use our quote form.
FAQs for Stubb's Cross
How far is Stubb's Cross from London?
Roughly 48 miles from the centre of London.
Do you come out to small places like Stubb's Cross?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Can you cater at a hired venue?
Generally. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Dishes our guests love
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Stubb's Cross parties: what to know
Stubb's Cross is about 2 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Whether your party is in the middle of Stubb's Cross or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook in all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our events stretch from Stubb's Cross to Canterbury (16 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Godinton House (3.3 miles north). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as St Francis, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Stubb's Cross is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in TN26, we can cook for your guests. That could mean a party in a garden on Magpie Hall Road and Tally Ho Road. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Kingsnorth (1 mile east), Shadoxhurst (1 mile south-west), Park Farm (1 mile north-east), Stanhope (1 mile north-east) and Chilmington Green (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Folkestone (14 miles east), Faversham (14 miles north), Hythe (11 miles east), Davington (14 miles north), Preston (14 miles north) and Hawkinge (14 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Woodchurch Village Life Museum (3.9 miles south-west) and William Harvey Hospital (3.7 miles north-east). Open spaces near Stubb's Cross include Orlestone Forest.
- Nearby schools include John Wallis Academy (1.2 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include Queen's Head Public House (0.9 miles north-east)
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Let the neighbours know
- Have bins ready
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
We arrive before your guests to set up.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Perfect for your party in Stubb's Cross
It works whatever the occasion, from christenings to retirements.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Big birthdays
- Naming days and christenings
- Celebrations of life
- Family reunions
If guests are coming by rail, Ashford International station is about 2.6 miles away.
What your quote should include
- How bad weather is handled
- Space, access and power needs
- Allergen information for each dish
- A clear list of what’s included
What we need at the venue
Before the day, we’ll agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Send a picture of the garden so we can check
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
For event organisers in Stubb's Cross
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
- 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