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Paella Party Catering for Tudeley events
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Tudeley: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, right in front of your guests.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Birthday parties
- Anniversary celebrations
Live paella party catering in Tudeley
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And nobody is stuck at the grill. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why us?
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- We cover Tudeley and the whole of Kent
About our paella party catering in Tudeley
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. Whether it is big birthdays and wakes and memorial gatherings, we’ll put together a menu of vegetable paella, tapas and chicken and chorizo paella for your guests.
Country parties near Tudeley suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
What we need at the venue
If a space is not suitable, we will tell you. The main points are:
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Tapas
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Dishes our guests love
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more to start.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Travel, parking and access
- Whether you need crockery
- The number of people
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Larger events usually cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Expected numbers
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Your questions about paella party catering in Tudeley
What’s the nearest station to Tudeley for guests?
Tonbridge station, about 2 miles west of the centre.
Is Tudeley close to London?
Roughly 28 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Usually, if there is outdoor space to cook. Check the venue allows live cooking.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell, and it is a good smell. Let the neighbours know.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Parties in Tudeley: gardens, venues and local tips
Tudeley is about 2 miles south-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. Parties in Tudeley are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Tudeley is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. You can also see our page for London, about 28 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Tonbridge station, about 2 miles west.
Anywhere in TN11, we can cook for your guests. Other places close to Tudeley for paella party catering include Tudeley Hale (1 mile north-east), Crockhurst Street (1 mile south-east), Capel (1 mile south-east), Five Oak Green (2 miles east) and Colt's Hill (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (9 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (4 miles south-west), Kings Hill (7 miles north-east), Foley Park (11 miles north-east) and Paddock Wood (3 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Tonbridge Castle (1.9 miles west) and The Milne Museum (2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Schools near Tudeley include Bishop Chavasse Primary School (1.1 miles west) and Hillview School for Girls (1.4 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Poacher & Partridge pub (within half a mile north-east)
How it works
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. Sunset in Tudeley is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- 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.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve, then clear our area.
How to prepare
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to 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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Dietary needs and planning tips
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Plan seats for most guests
When you are ready to eat, we serve straight from the pan.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
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Events we cater in Tudeley
Any occasion works, from christenings to retirements.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
After a christening at a church like Church of All Saints, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Before booking anyone
- How each diet is kept separate
- When final numbers are due
- The venue requirements
- What happens if it rains
- 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