Kent · England
Paella Party Catering for The Valley events
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in The Valley: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Retirement celebrations
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Birthday parties
Planning an event in The Valley?
Planning a party in The Valley
The Valley is about 6 miles south-west of Faversham, in Kent. From the centre of The Valley to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover 922 places across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 12 miles away.
Historic houses near The Valley include Belmont House and Gardens (2.1 miles north-east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Thinking of a party in Spuckles and Kennelling Woods? Cooking in a public park usually needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. The Valley is within about 8 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Paella party catering in ME13 is planned around your venue. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Stalisfield Green (1 mile south), Stalisfield (1 mile south), Eastling (2 miles north), Throwley Forstal (2 miles east) and Throwley (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (12 miles west), Ashford (8 miles south), Canterbury (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north-west), Whitstable (12 miles north-east) and Faversham (6 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Newnham Castle (2.3 miles north).
- Pubs nearby include The Plough Inn (0.8 miles south-west)
How our paella party catering works in The Valley
You get to enjoy your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. We take care of the food. We cook churros, chicken and chorizo paella and vegetable paella, and we are regularly asked to cater naming days and christenings and garden get-togethers.
A country party near The Valley is perfect for 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.
Nearby places to The Valley
Also in The Valley
The Valley: your questions answered
Is The Valley 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.
Which station should guests use for The Valley?
Charing station, about 3.2 miles south of the centre.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
What space do you need to cook?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Generally, yes, if there is a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send us a photo of the space.
Do you do vegan paella?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
How early should we book?
Early is best, but ask even if it’s soon. We will check availability right away.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
Should I cook it myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
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 at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
For event organisers in The Valley
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Events we cater in The Valley
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it is a talking point.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in The Valley book us for occasions like:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Summer garden parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Naming days and christenings
After a christening at a church like Church of St Lawrence, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Questions to ask before booking
- How long the team stays
- Travel and parking costs
- Whether VAT is included
- The venue requirements
About the dishes
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, and a good choice for guests who don’t eat seafood.
Why choose live paella in The Valley?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella is hard to beat. 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.
Why choose Love Paella in The Valley
- A clear, itemised quote
- Events in The Valley and across Kent
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Prices and what affects them
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- How many courses
- The paellas you choose
- Travel, parking and access
- Waiting and bar staff
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The date and rough timings
- Roughly how many adults and children
- What the venue already provides
- The venue or postcode
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in The Valley? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. Just use our quote form.
The process
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. A summer party in The Valley stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Leave space around the cooking area
Ask for a quote
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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