Kent · England
Wedding Paella Catering in Basted
Bring the theatre of live paella to your wedding in Basted. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Destination-style celebrations at home
- Parties after a register office wedding
- Barn and farm weddings
Live wedding paella catering in Basted
Step by step
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh. For a summer wedding in Basted, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:00pm in late September, which means evening paella is normally served in daylight in June and July. For autumn and winter weddings, when it is dark by about 3:55pm in December, plan lighting for the cooking area.
- We check availability for your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm the plan with your coordinator.
- Guests watch the paella cook during the reception.
- We serve and clear our cooking area.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Basted, and we will put together a menu and price.
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Wedding paella catering in Basted, cooked live
Paella suits relaxed, sociable weddings, especially with long tables and outdoor venues. It feels generous without being stuffy. Whether it is wedding receptions after a small ceremony and destination-style celebrations at home, we can cook table tapas, evening paella and Spanish desserts for your guests.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Basted, and paella cooking in the open air adds to it. Plan access and cover in case of rain. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
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Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
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.
The menu, dish by dish
Evening paella
Evening paella is hot, filling and fun.
Paella wedding breakfast
The main event: paellas for every diet, served straight from the pan.
What affects the price in Basted
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- How long we are needed on site
- Travel, parking and access
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The paellas you choose
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The date and time of the event
Thinking about wedding paella catering for your wedding in Basted? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Common questions in Basted
Which station should guests use for Basted?
Borough Green & Wrotham station, about 0.9 miles north of the centre.
Can you cater a reception after a service at The Church of the Good Shepherd?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
Will there be enough food?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
How long do you need on site?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
How many different paellas?
Typically two or three, so every guest has a choice. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Table tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Dessert
- Evening paella
- Canapé tapas
- Sangria & bar staff
Who books wedding paella catering in Basted?
Paella feels relaxed and generous, which is why couples choose it, and guests talk about it afterwards.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Basted and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Weddings with mixed diets
- Evening wedding food
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Destination-style celebrations at home
Put the station on your invitation: the nearest station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, about 0.9 miles north.
Questions to ask before booking
- Allergen information for each dish
- When final numbers are due
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- What happens if it rains
Basted weddings: local tips
Basted is about 5 miles east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. For wedding paella catering in Basted, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cover 922 places in Kent. Our nearest city page is London, about 23 miles away.
If you are marrying at a church near Basted, such as The Church of the Good Shepherd, a reception in a garden, marquee or hired venue nearby keeps the day flowing: we can be cooking during the photos, so the meal is ready when you arrive. Planning photos in Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve? It is worth checking the park’s rules first. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Basted, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access and cooking rules with the venue.
Here we cover the TN15 postcode area. Local streets include Basted Mill and Plough Hill; a wedding at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Basted for wedding paella catering include Claygate Cross (1 mile south-east), Crouch (1 mile south-east), Borough Green (1 mile north), Platt (1 mile north-east) and Plaxtol (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south), Gravesend (11 miles north) and Tonbridge (6 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Ightham Court (1.3 miles north-west) and Sevenoaks Hospital (4.8 miles west).
- Local schools include Wrotham School (1.4 miles north) and Wrotham School (1.4 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Plough Public House (under half a mile south)
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Introduce us to your venue coordinator
- Tell us about suppliers who need feeding
- Count day and evening guests separately
- Check the venue’s rules for outside caterers
Evening guests can be served from fresh pans later on, typically timed after the first dance.
Canapé tapas with the drinks reception keep guests going during photos.
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
- 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