Medway · England
Paella party catering in Wallend, Medway
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events makes the food a highlight of your party in Wallend.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Summer garden parties
- Family get-togethers
Planning an event in Wallend?
Paella party catering in Wallend, made fresh on the day
A paella party works in most gardens, as long as there is a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Send us a photo if you’re unsure. Whether it’s birthday parties and family get-togethers, we can cook mixed paella, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella and more.
Country parties near Wallend suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Wallend parties: what to know
Wallend is about 5 miles north-west of Minster, in Medway. From the centre of Wallend to the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in 68 places in Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 20 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Sheerness-On-Sea station, about 2.6 miles east.
Wherever your party is in ME3, we can cook for your guests. Wallend is on the B2001, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Grain (1 mile east), Blue Town (2 miles east), Sheerness (3 miles east), Queenborough (3 miles south-east) and Rushenden (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (8 miles south-west), Chatham (10 miles south-west), Rochester (10 miles south-west), Rainham (8 miles south-west), Strood (10 miles south-west) and Luton (9 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Bluetown Heritage Centre (2.3 miles east). Not far away are Bishop Saltings.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Hogarth Inn (0.6 miles north-east)
Paella compared with other options
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella is hard to beat. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why book with us
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Read How we price And The cost guide.
About the dishes
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives while the paella cooks.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser, though it isn’t traditional in Valencia.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Have bins ready
When you are ready to eat, we serve straight from the pan.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
DIY paella versus live catering
Some hosts like to cook themselves. 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 enjoy the party, let us cook.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Common questions in Wallend
Do you come out to small places like Wallend?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Wallend for guests?
Sheerness-On-Sea station, about 2.6 miles east of the centre.
Is my garden big enough?
Many gardens work. We need level ground, clearance and access. A picture helps.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you supply crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know and we will add it to the quote.
Planning the cooking area
If a space is not suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Wallend
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
What affects the price in Wallend
These are the factors that matter most:
- Parking and unloading
- Guest numbers
- How long we are needed on site
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- What the venue already provides
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Roughly how many adults and children
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can fill in our quote form.
What happens on the day
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day. Sunset in Wallend is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Ask for a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Wallend, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Read more
Also near Wallend
Also in Wallend
Working with your venue
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
- 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