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Paella Party Catering for West Farleigh events
Looking for paella party catering in West Farleigh? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Naming days and christenings
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Paella party catering in West Farleigh
About our paella party catering in West Farleigh
Birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer get-togethers all suit live paella. The pans become the focal point, and the food is served hot and generous. On the menu are churros, mixed paella and seafood paella, and we are frequently booked for anniversaries and engagement parties and milestone birthdays.
Near West Farleigh, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the set-up. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated, and served as soon as it is ready.
Paella compared with other options
Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What you get with us
- We cover West Farleigh and the whole of Kent
- A quote that spells everything out
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Take a look at Our prices page And The cost guide.
The menu, dish by dish
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
Vegetable paella
Vegetarians get a real main course, and meat eaters frequently try it too.
Who books paella party catering in West Farleigh?
Any occasion works, from christenings to retirements.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Summer garden parties
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Birthday parties
After a christening at a church like All Saints Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What your quote should include
- How each diet is kept separate
- When payment is due
- Who provides the crockery
- How long the team stays
Party venues around West Farleigh
West Farleigh is about 3 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. We cater parties at homes, gardens and venues in West Farleigh and the surrounding area. West Farleigh is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 27 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is East Farleigh station, about 1.4 miles east. Thinking of a party in Quarry Wood? Cooking in a public park normally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first.
Here we cover the ME15 postcode area. We also cook at parties in Farleigh Green (1 mile east), Hoppers Corner (1 mile north-east), Teston (1 mile north-west), Barming Heath (1 mile north) and Kettle Corner (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (3 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (8 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Allington Castle (3.9 miles north-east) and Oakwood Hospital (1.9 miles north-east).
- Nearby, you will find The Tickled Trout pub (under half a mile south-west)
Step by step
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day. For a late-May party in West Farleigh, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:15pm. 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 set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Get a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in West Farleigh, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Planning help
West Farleigh questions
Is West Farleigh close to London?
About 29 miles from central London.
Could we have live paella in Quarry Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Do you cover West Farleigh?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including West Farleigh. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
How much does paella party catering cost in West Farleigh?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
When should I book?
The sooner the better, but it is always worth asking. We’ll check availability right away.
How do you work out quantities?
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.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Count adults and children separately
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
After service, we pack down, so the party carries on.
Sangria sets the mood.
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- How many courses
- Waiting and bar staff
- The number of people
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Which courses you have in mind
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in West Farleigh? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
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.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Also near West Farleigh
Other catering in West Farleigh
- 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