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Paella Party Catering for Tilmanstone events
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 Tilmanstone.
- Baby celebrations
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Birthday parties
Paella party catering near Tilmanstone
FAQs for Tilmanstone
Do you come out to small places like Tilmanstone?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How far is Tilmanstone from London?
Roughly 63 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Can you cater a party at a village hall?
Frequently, yes. We need somewhere outside or well ventilated to cook, and the venue’s permission.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Where do you cater?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. Find your area.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell. Let the neighbours know.
Paella party catering in Tilmanstone, made fresh on the day
We cater parties at homes, village halls with outdoor space, clubs and hired venues. We cook seafood paella, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater big family gatherings and summer garden parties.
A country party near Tilmanstone is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. 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.
What paella party catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- The number of people
- The paellas you choose
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of where we’d cook
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
For event organisers in Tilmanstone
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Tilmanstone? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so everyone eats together. And there’s no host stuck at the grill. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why us?
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- A clear, itemised quote
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Drinks service on request
Take a look at How we price Or The cost guide.
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How it works
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you are free to enjoy your party. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. A summer party in Tilmanstone 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.
- 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, then clear our area.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
About the dishes
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more to start.
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right.
Occasions we cook for in Tilmanstone
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Shepherds Well station, about 3.3 miles south-west.
Questions to ask before booking
- How bad weather is handled
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- The venue requirements
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. 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.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Hosting a paella party in Tilmanstone
Tilmanstone is about 4 miles west of Deal, in Kent. Across the CT14 area, we can cook for your guests. We cater in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Tilmanstone to Canterbury (about 10 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Goodnestone Park (3.5 miles north-west) and Walmer Castle (4.8 miles east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Andrew, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Near the coast, within about 5 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice, with shelter from the breeze planned in.
We cover parties in every part of the CT14 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your party is on Upper Street, Vicarage Lane and Chapel Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Elvington (2 miles west), Heronden (2 miles north), Chillenden (2 miles north-west), Barfrestone (2 miles west) and Hammill Park (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (10 miles north-west), Margate (12 miles north), Dover (5 miles south), Folkestone (11 miles south-west), Ramsgate (10 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Deal Castle (4.7 miles east) and Buckland Hospital (5.7 miles south).
- 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