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Paella Party Catering for Upper Upnor events
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 Upper Upnor.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Family reunions
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How our paella party catering works in Upper Upnor
Paella is made for relaxed parties: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. Typical bookings include wakes and memorial gatherings and street and neighbourhood parties, with tapas, mixed paella and churros.
A country party near Upper Upnor is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Have bins ready
- Let the neighbours know
When service is finished, we pack down quietly, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
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What’s in the pans
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Why choose live paella in Upper Upnor?
Compared with a barbecue, paella is served all at once, so everyone eats together. And there is no host 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?
- Catering across Medway, including Upper Upnor
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Fast service from the pan
Read Our prices page Or The cost guide.
DIY paella versus live catering
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Upper Upnor parties: what to know
Upper Upnor is about 2 miles north-east of Rochester, in Medway. For paella party catering in Upper Upnor, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Upper Upnor. Upper Upnor is one of 68 places in Medway we cover. Our events stretch from Upper Upnor to Canterbury (about 26 miles away).
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as St Philip & St James, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near Upper Upnor can be an alternative, as long as there is outdoor space to cook.
For paella party catering in ME2, we plan around your venue. Your party could be at a home on High Street, Upnor Road and Castle Street or the roads around them. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Lower Upnor (1 mile north-east), Wainscott (1 mile north-west), Chattenden (1 mile north), Hoo St Werburgh (2 miles north-east) and Cooling Street (3 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Gillingham (3 miles south-east), Chatham (3 miles south), Rainham (5 miles south-east), Luton (3 miles south), Park Wood (5 miles south-east) and Lordswood (5 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Pentagon Shopping Centre (1.6 miles south) and City of Rochester-upon-Medway (1.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Upper Upnor include Gad's Hill and Rede Common.
- Schools near Upper Upnor include Waterfront UTC (1.3 miles south-east) and Waterfront University Technical College (1.3 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Kings Arms (under half a mile east)
- Local facilities include Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (1.4 miles south)
Events we cater in Upper Upnor
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Birthday parties
- Family get-togethers
For guests coming by train, Strood station is about 1.2 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- How late numbers can change
What paella party catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Travel, parking and access
- Your choice of paellas
- Whether you need crockery
- Waiting and bar staff
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The courses you’d like
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Upper Upnor: your questions answered
Can you cook in Lower Lines Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
How far is Upper Upnor from London?
About 27 miles from central London.
Do you cover Upper Upnor?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Upper Upnor is within our area. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
How many paellas should we have?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will help you decide the split.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, we do. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
How much paella per person?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so the timing is planned around your event. At midsummer, it is light in Upper Upnor until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Getting a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Space, weather and the venue
We will be honest if a space will not work. What matters most:
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Upper Upnor
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- 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