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Paella catering in CT3
Live paella catering across CT3, from Aylesham, Ash and Hersden. Weddings, parties, work events and festivals, with every diet catered for.
Live paella across CT3
Where we cater in CT3
- Aylesham
- Ash
- Hersden
- Littlebourne
- Wingham
- Goodnestone
- Preston
- Coombe
- Adisham
- Barnsole
- Elmstone
- Upstreet
- Wickhambreaux
- Broomhill
- Guilton
- Hoath
- Ickham
- Maypole
- Staple
- Wingham Well
- Wingham Green
- Boyden Gate
- Bramling
- East Stourmouth
- Knave's Ash
- Perry
- West Stourmouth
- Westmarsh
- Hoaden
- Bloodden
- Calcott
- Chillenden
- Chislet
- Chitty
- Cooper Street
- Cop Street
- Durlock
- East Street
- Grove
- Hicks Forstal
- Hollow Street
- Millbank
- Nash
- Old Tree
- Ratling
- Seaton
- Shatterling
- Stodmarsh
- Twitham
- Weddington
- Well Head
- Ware
- Highstead
- Canterbury
- Hawthorn
Events we cater in CT3
- Festival & event paella
- Corporate paella catering
- Paella party catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Live paella catering
- Wedding paella catering
- See all our catering
Send us your event details and postcode for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Nearby postcode districts
Elsewhere in Kent
Every town in Kent
Every area we cover
Paella catering in CT3: what to expect
Almost any venue with a level, ventilated spot will do: a garden, marquee, barn, courtyard or field. On the menu are black rice, chicken and chorizo paella and paella Valenciana, and typical bookings are for family celebrations and christenings and garden get-togethers.
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the cooking spot.
- On the day, we set up and cook in front of your guests.
- We serve from the pan, then pack down.
Prices in CT3
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why choose Love Paella
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Catering across Kent, including CT3
- Drinks service on request
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Near you in Aylesham
In Aylesham, that can mean a party near St Peter and Aylesham Primary School, among other places. Aylesham has its own railway station: Aylesham station. Well-known places in the area include St Martins Hospital (5.2 miles north-west).
Live paella across CT3: what to know
There are 3 towns and 51 villages and hamlets in CT3, so the setting can be anything from Canterbury, Aylesham and Ash to a quiet hamlet: a level, ventilated spot and a clear plan. Around 21 places in CT3 are close to the coast, where we always plan shelter from the wind, and seafood paella is popular.
Aylesham: For guests coming by train, Aylesham has its own station, Aylesham station. Nearby historic houses include Goodnestone Park (1.6 miles north-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early. Evenings in Aylesham stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm; once it’s dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
For planners, venues and organisers
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
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.
Planning the cooking area
We will be honest if a space won’t work. The main points are:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Ask for labels on each pan
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
- Tell us what else is being served
- Plan seating for most guests: paella is easiest eaten sitting down
Paella is best eaten as soon as it’s ready, so we plan service for when guests are ready to eat.
Tapas or canapés make a good start while the paella cooks.
Paella compared with other options
If you want something different from the usual buffet or roast, live paella brings colour, aroma and a touch of Spain.
What your quote should include
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How each diet is kept separate
- Staff numbers and hours
- The wet-weather plan
Questions from CT3
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we will cook a separate pan.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will talk it through before the day.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
- 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