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Paella Party Catering in Whitstable
Love Paella cooks paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Whitstable and Kent, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Celebrations of life
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Christenings and naming days
Book paella party catering in Whitstable
Paella party catering in Whitstable, cooked live
The smell of paella cooking is the best party invitation. People drift over with a drink to watch it cook. Whether it’s retirement and leaving parties and garden parties and summer barbecues, we’ll put together a menu of churros, mixed paella and tapas and more.
In Whitstable, home and the local hall are popular party venues. Paella works in either, as long as there’s outdoor or ventilated space. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
Perfect for your party in Whitstable
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Whitstable book us for occasions like:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Retirement celebrations
- Naming days and christenings
- Garden get-togethers
If guests are coming by rail, Whitstable has its own station, Whitstable station.
What to look for in a quote
- Who provides the crockery
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Space, access and power needs
- The deposit and payment dates
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we’ll agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Menu ideas
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
The menu, dish by dish
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
What paella party catering costs
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Timings and hours
- How many staff you need
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Anything your venue supplies
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Which courses you have in mind
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Give separate numbers for children
- Warn the neighbours
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Tapas to start keep hunger at bay.
What happens on the day
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests typically gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. Sunset in Whitstable is about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- It is served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Get a quote
Planning paella party catering in Whitstable? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Also near Whitstable
What else we do in Whitstable
Organising for someone else?
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
DIY paella versus live catering
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Questions from Whitstable
Which station should guests use for Whitstable?
Whitstable station, in Whitstable itself.
How far is Whitstable from London?
About 50 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you serve drinks?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you come to Whitstable?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Whitstable is within our area. To check your date, use our quote form.
How far in advance should we book?
Early is best, but ask even if it is soon. Send your date and we’ll check.
Can you cater a party at a village hall?
Normally, if there’s outdoor space to cook. Check the venue allows live cooking.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Parties in Whitstable: gardens, venues and local tips
Whitstable is about 6 miles north-west of Canterbury, in Kent. Tell us where your party in Whitstable will be, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up before the day. We cater in all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 6 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St John (Methodist), a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Parks such as Foxes Cross Bottom normally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier. Near the coast, within about a mile, seafood paella is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
We cater parties across the CT5 postcode area and the streets around it. Your party could be at a home on High Street, Station Road and Cranleigh Gardens. Whitstable sits on or near the A299 and A2990, so getting the burners and pans to your party is simple. If your venue is just outside Whitstable, we also cover Tankerton (1 mile north-east), Chestfield (1 mile east), Swalecliffe (2 miles east), Radfall (2 miles south-east) and Yorkletts (2 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Canterbury (6 miles south-east), Margate (15 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles west), Faversham (7 miles west), Herne Bay (5 miles east) and Minster (11 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (1 mile north-east) and Tankerton Castle (0.8 miles north). The countryside around Whitstable includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby schools include Whitstable Junior School (less than half a mile north-west)
- Local pubs include Whitstable Social Club pub (within half a mile north-west)
- 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