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Paella Party Catering in Woodhatch
Love Paella cooks paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Woodhatch and Kent, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Family get-togethers
- Baby celebrations
- Retirement celebrations
Planning an event in Woodhatch?
Party venues around Woodhatch
Woodhatch is about 4 miles north-west of Tonbridge, in Kent. Anywhere in TN11, we can cook for your guests. We cater in all 922 towns and villages in Kent. We cook right across the region, from Woodhatch to London (about 23 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Hildenborough station, about 1.3 miles south-east. Woodhatch is within about 8 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Wherever your party is in TN11 and TN14, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Close by, we cover parties in Hall's Green (1 mile west), Sevenoaks Weald (1 mile north-west), Charcott (2 miles south-west), Goathurst Common (3 miles north-west) and Ide Hill (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (14 miles east), Dartford (15 miles north), Sevenoaks (4 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles south-east), Tonbridge (4 miles south-east) and Swanley (12 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Chiddingstone Castle (3.6 miles south-west) and Sevenoaks Museum (3.4 miles north). Not far away are Dryhill Nature Reserve and Barden Lake.
How our paella party catering works in Woodhatch
A paella party takes the cooking off your hands without turning the day into a formal dinner. We set up in the garden or venue and cook as your guests chat. Popular choices include chicken and chorizo paella, vegetable paella and mixed paella, and we are regularly asked to cater baby celebrations and summer garden parties.
In a small place like Woodhatch, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. Everything is cooked from scratch at your party, never made in advance and reheated, and served the moment it’s ready.
How it works
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it’s served at its best. A summer party in Woodhatch stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Tell us when you want to eat
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Your questions about paella party catering in Woodhatch
Do you come out to small places like Woodhatch?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Which station should guests use for Woodhatch?
The closest is Hildenborough station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell. A friendly note to the neighbours helps.
Do you do vegan paella?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Do you cover Woodhatch?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Woodhatch is within our area and the rest of Kent. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
How we price paella party catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Guest numbers
- The paellas you choose
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How long we’re needed on site
Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- The venue or postcode
- Which courses you have in mind
- Expected numbers
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Where we can cook in Woodhatch
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Send a picture of the garden so we can check
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
For event organisers in Woodhatch
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.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Planning for every diet
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Warn the neighbours
- Give separate numbers for children
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
Booked staff help serve and clear.
Sangria sets the mood.
Places near Woodhatch
What else we do in Woodhatch
Who books paella party catering in Woodhatch?
Any occasion works, from christenings to retirements.
These are some of the occasions we cater in Woodhatch and Kent:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Summer garden parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Historic houses near Woodhatch include Knole House (3 miles north) and Penshurst Place (3.4 miles south). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Questions to ask before booking
- The venue requirements
- If the price includes VAT
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Who provides the crockery
Why choose live paella in Woodhatch?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why Woodhatch hosts choose us
- Drinks service on request
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Take a look at Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
- 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