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Wedding Paella Catering in Aylesford
Bring the theatre of live paella to your wedding in Aylesford. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Food for evening guests
- Garden and marquee weddings
- Big weddings with every diet
Wedding paella catering near Aylesford
What’s in the pans
Paella wedding breakfast
Paellas for every guest, served straight from the pan.
Canapé tapas
One- and two-bite tapas on boards, perfect during the photos.
How our wedding paella catering works in Aylesford
Sharing from big pans suits relaxed weddings, long tables and garden or barn venues. It feels generous and celebratory. On the menu are a paella wedding breakfast, table tapas and Spanish desserts, and we’re often booked for rustic barn weddings and weddings with lots of dietary needs.
Weddings in a place like Aylesford frequently feel personal: a local church, then a marquee in a garden or field. Paella cooked on the lawn suits that perfectly. Let us know about access for the van. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Before you choose a spot
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- A cooking spot outside the marquee, not inside it
- Level ground for the pans and burners
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Aylesford
- Table tapas
- Evening paella
- Sangria & bar staff
- Canapé tapas
- Dessert
- Paella wedding breakfast
DIY paella versus live catering
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Questions from Aylesford
We’re having a ceremony at Aylesford Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is typically elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
What’s the nearest station to Aylesford for guests?
Aylesford has its own station: Aylesford station.
What if photos overrun?
We plan for it. The rice goes in at the last sensible moment, so it is served at its best.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Do you offer tastings?
Ask us about tastings when you contact us.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
What wedding paella catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Parking and unloading
- The number of people
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- How many staff you need
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Details that help
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Where the event is
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Diets and allergies you know about
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Nearby places to Aylesford
What else we do in Aylesford
Step by step
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day. In Aylesford, midsummer sunset is about 9:20pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:00pm, so an evening paella for evening guests is generally served in daylight in high summer. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it’s dark by about 3:50pm.
- We start with your date, venue, numbers and ideas.
- We plan a menu with you, course by course, and confirm a quote.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue, around speeches and photos.
- We cook live on the day and serve every course on cue.
- We pack down our cooking area, with staff staying as long as agreed.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can fill in our quote form.
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Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Collect dietary needs on the RSVP
- Pick a serving style
- Tell us about suppliers who need feeding
- Enquire early for peak dates
We keep in touch with your venue coordinator or toastmaster on the day, so you can enjoy yourselves.
A table tapas starter gets everyone sharing.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Aylesford
Aylesford is about 3 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Tell us where your wedding in Aylesford will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We cater in 922 places in Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 26 miles away.
If you’re hoping for photos in Ditton Quarry, check whether the park needs permission for photography or gatherings. Burham Down nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Aylesford suits an outdoor reception. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Aylesford, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access and cooking rules with the venue.
Here we cover the ME20 postcode area. Local streets include Station Road, High Street and Hall Road; a wedding at home on any of them works well with live paella. For weddings just outside Aylesford, we cover Ditton (1 mile west), Allington (1 mile south-east), East Malling (2 miles west), Well Street (2 miles south-west) and Fant (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidstone (3 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles east), Dartford (15 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (10 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Allington Castle (1.7 miles east) and Medway megaliths (1.7 miles north-east). Open spaces near Aylesford include Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
- Nearby schools include Aylesford School (less than half a mile west)
- Local pubs include The Chequers pub (less than half a mile north-east)
Events we cater in Aylesford
Paella feels relaxed and generous, which is why couples choose it, and because guests remember it.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Aylesford, people book us for events such as:
- Food for evening guests
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
- Weddings with lots of dietary needs
- Vow renewals and civil ceremonies
Put the station on your invitation: Aylesford station is in Aylesford itself.
Before booking anyone
- When final numbers are due
- Travel and parking costs
- A clear list of what’s included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Live paella is less formal than a plated meal, but with the right extras it feels just as special. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why choose Love Paella in Aylesford
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- A quote that spells everything out
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
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- 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