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Wedding Paella Catering for Chitty events
Treat your guests to live paella at your wedding in Chitty. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Barn and farm weddings
Wedding paella catering near Chitty
Perfect for your wedding in Chitty
It’s a natural fit for barns, marquees and gardens, where a plated meal can be hard to pull off.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Destination-style celebrations at home
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
- Vow renewals and civil ceremonies
- Farm and barn venues
For guests travelling by train, Herne Bay station is about 4 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- How long the team stays
- VAT, if it applies
- How each diet is kept separate
How our wedding paella catering works in Chitty
The smell of saffron and garlic drifting across a garden or barn gets guests excited about the meal. Whether it is weddings with a Spanish theme and barn and farm weddings, we will put together a menu of evening paella, a paella wedding breakfast and canapé tapas for your guests.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Chitty, and paella cooking in the open air adds to it. Plan access and cover in case of rain. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated, and served as soon as it’s ready.
What’s in the pans
Paella wedding breakfast
A choice of paellas, served at the pans or to the tables.
Table tapas
Bowls and boards set down in the middle of each table, from bravas to croquetas and Manchego.
Common questions in Chitty
Do you come out to small places like Chitty?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
How many paellas should we have?
Generally two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
Do you come to Chitty?
We do. Chitty is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll make a plan B with you.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What we need at the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Evening paella
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Canapé tapas
- Table tapas
- Dessert
What happens on the day
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you’re free to enjoy your wedding. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. At midsummer, sunset in Chitty is about 9:15pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. Sunset is around 8:45pm in late May and 7:00pm in late September.
- We check availability for your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm everything with your venue.
- Guests watch the paella cook during the reception.
- We serve, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Have a level space ready for the pans
How to get a price
Thinking about wedding paella catering for your wedding in Chitty? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Connect us with your coordinator
- Add a dietary question to your RSVP cards
- Enquire early for peak dates
- Tell us how many evening guests to expect
If things run late, and we’ll adapt the timing so it’s still served fresh.
Canapé tapas with the drinks reception keep guests going during photos.
Also near Chitty
Also in Chitty
What affects the price in Chitty
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Parking and unloading
- The paellas you choose
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- How long we’re needed on site
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your wedding, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The date and time of the event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Where the event is
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
Chitty weddings: local tips
Chitty is about 4 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Whether your wedding is in the middle of Chitty or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 7 miles away.
Planning photos in Grove Ferry Picnic Area? It is worth checking the park’s rules first. West Blean and Thornden Woods nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Chitty suits an outdoor reception. With the coast within about 4 miles, a seafood paella suits a seaside-style wedding. Coastal wind needs a sheltered cooking spot.
Wherever your wedding is in CT3, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Nearby, we also cater weddings in Chislet (1 mile west), Hollow Street (1 mile south-west), Boyden Gate (1 mile north-west), Old Tree (1 mile west) and Highstead (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (7 miles south-west), Margate (9 miles east), Dover (14 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles east), Broadstairs (10 miles east) and Whitstable (7 miles west).
A little further out are St Martins Hospital (5.8 miles south-west). Not far away are West Blean and Thornden Woods.
For event organisers in Chitty
Organising a club, school or community event in Chitty? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A buffet can leave food sitting out. Paella goes straight from pan to plate when guests are ready. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Chitty
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Events in Chitty and across Kent
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Take a look at Our prices page 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