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Wedding paella catering in Brook, Kent
Bring the theatre of live paella to your wedding in Brook. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Big weddings with every diet
- Barn and farm weddings
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
Book wedding paella catering in Brook
Wedding paella catering in Brook, made fresh on the day
Timing is everything with paella: once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and it is best served straight away. We plan it around your speeches and photos. Typical bookings include sharing-style wedding meals and marquee and garden weddings, with Spanish desserts, evening paella and table tapas.
Near Brook, weddings are frequently in fields, barns or gardens. That is exactly where live paella shines: no kitchen needed, just a level, sheltered spot. Let us know about access and ground. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Should I cook it myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
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What affects the price in Brook
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Travel, parking and access
- How long we are needed on site
- Waiting and bar staff
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Expected numbers
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Brook
Brook is about 4 miles east of Ashford, in Kent. We cater weddings at homes, gardens and venues in Brook. We cater in 922 places across Kent. Our events stretch from Brook to Canterbury (10 miles away).
For outdoor photos, Hatch Park is close by, and the countryside around Brook suits an outdoor reception. Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of St Mary often hold the reception nearby: we can be cooking during the photos, so it is ready as guests arrive. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Brook, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access and cooking rules with the venue.
Wherever your wedding is in TN25, we can cook for your guests. Your wedding could be at a home on The Street, Troy Town Lane and Stonebridge. We also cook at weddings in Folly Town (1 mile east), Wye (2 miles north-west), Hinxhill (2 miles south-west), Hastingleigh (2 miles east) and Hassell Street (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (4 miles west), Canterbury (10 miles north-east), Dover (15 miles east), Folkestone (11 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles north) and Faversham (11 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (2.4 miles south-west) and County Square (3.9 miles west). Open spaces near Brook include Hatch Park.
- Local schools include Wye School (1.7 miles north-west)
Before you choose a spot
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Table tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Sangria & bar staff
- Evening paella
- Dessert
- Canapé tapas
Who books wedding paella catering in Brook?
A sharing-style meal gets guests talking across the tables, which suits a relaxed wedding.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
- Weddings with mixed diets
- Evening food for extra guests
- Sharing-style wedding meals
For guests travelling by train, Wye station is about 2 miles away.
What your quote should include
- The venue requirements
- Who provides the crockery
- A clear list of what’s included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Is live paella right for your wedding?
Live paella is less formal than a plated meal, but with the right extras it feels just as special. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why book with us
- We cover Brook and the whole of Kent
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
See Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Dishes our guests love
Canapé tapas
One- and two-bite tapas on boards, ideal for the drinks reception.
Evening paella
Paella makes great evening food.
Catering for every guest
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Share your running order, including speeches
- Confirm the venue’s catering rules early
- Let us know about meals for your band or photographer
- Introduce us to your venue coordinator
If things run late, and we’ll adjust the cooking so it’s still served fresh.
A table tapas starter gets everyone sharing.
Your questions about wedding paella catering in Brook
Do you come out to small places like Brook?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Brook for guests?
The closest is Wye station, roughly 2 miles away.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Can paella feel formal?
With the right presentation, it feels special: canapés, table tapas, good crockery and staff serving the tables.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Do you work with our venue?
Yes, and it saves you passing messages. Introduce us and we will sort the details.
Step by step
Here’s how the day generally runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it’s served hot from the pan at the agreed time. In Brook, midsummer sunset is about 9:15pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:00pm, which means evening paella is typically served in daylight in June and July. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it is dark by about 3:50pm.
- We check availability for your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm everything with your venue.
- The pans cook while guests enjoy the drinks.
- We serve, then pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
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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