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Paella party catering in West End, Kent
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 West End.
- Garden get-togethers
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Paella party catering near West End
Paella party catering in West End, made fresh on the day
We cater parties at homes, village halls with outdoor space, clubs and hired venues in and around West End. Typical bookings include anniversary celebrations and garden get-togethers, serving vegetable paella, mixed paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
Country parties near West End suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. You will know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras.
Step by step
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. For a late-May party in West End, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:15pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- It’s served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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West End questions
What’s the nearest station to West End for guests?
The closest is Chestfield & Swalecliffe station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
Is West End close to London?
Roughly 52 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you cater for children?
Of course. Children typically love a plain chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
How much paella per person?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children often love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
What does paella party catering cost?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we’ll reply with a price.
Do you do vegan paella?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
For event organisers in West End
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Organising a club, school or community event in West End? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
DIY paella versus live catering
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
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 for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
The menu, dish by dish
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser.
Planning the cooking area
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in West End
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Planning a party in West End
West End is about 2 miles south-west of Herne Bay, in Kent. For a party in West End, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. We cater in all 922 towns and villages across Kent.
For guests coming by train, Chestfield & Swalecliffe station is about 1.3 miles away. After a christening at a church like St Peter, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Near the coast, within about 3 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
Paella party catering in CT6 is planned around your venue. Nearby, we also cater parties in Radfall (1 mile south-west), Chestfield (1 mile west), Swalecliffe (1 mile north-west), Hampton (2 miles north) and Tankerton (2 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Canterbury (5 miles south), Margate (13 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles west), Ramsgate (14 miles east), Broadstairs (15 miles east) and Faversham (9 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (2 miles north-west) and Tankerton Castle (2.7 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby schools include Herne Bay High School (1.3 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Share And Coulter Public House (under half a mile north-east)
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many courses
- How long we’re needed on site
- Waiting and bar staff
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
Planning paella party catering in West End? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Why choose live paella in West End?
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. With live paella, you are a guest too. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- A quote that spells everything out
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
Take a look at How we price Or The cost guide.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Warn the neighbours
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Sangria sets the mood, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
- 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