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Wedding Paella Catering for Cudham events
Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Cudham: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests.
- Barn and farm weddings
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
Wedding paella catering for Cudham events
About our wedding paella catering in Cudham
The smell of saffron and garlic drifting across a garden or barn has everyone looking forward to dinner long before it is served. For evening food for extra guests and farm and barn venues, we’ll put together a menu of Spanish desserts, evening paella and canapé tapas for your guests.
A wedding in a small place like Cudham frequently means a field, a barn or a family garden. Live paella is made for that: no kitchen needed, just a level, sheltered spot. Let us know about access and ground. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Paella compared with other options
Choosing between paella and a traditional menu?, consider your venue, diets and the style you want. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Events in Cudham and across Kent
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- A clear, itemised quote
Read How we price And The cost guide.
Who books wedding paella catering in Cudham?
Mixed diets are easy, which matters at weddings with lots of guests.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Cudham and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Rustic barn weddings
- Parties after a register office wedding
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
- Marquee and garden weddings
For outdoor photos, Downe Bank is close by.
Before you book anyone
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Travel and parking costs
- The deposit and payment dates
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Let us know about meals for your band or photographer
- Confirm the venue’s catering rules early
- Collect dietary needs on the RSVP
- Tell us when speeches will be
Guests can queue at the pans, or staff can serve the tables.
A table tapas starter gets everyone sharing.
How we price wedding paella catering
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The paellas you choose
- The length of service
- How many staff you need
- Travel, parking and access
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.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The courses you’d like
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Where the event is
- Your date and when you want to eat
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
The menu, dish by dish
Evening paella
Paella makes great evening food.
Desserts
Churros with chocolate, crema catalana or tarta de Santiago.
Also in Cudham
What happens on the day
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your wedding. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. Golden-hour photos in Cudham at midsummer come around 9:20pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September.
- 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 and clear our cooking area.
How to prepare
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Name one person we can ask on the day
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
Related guides
Organising for someone else?
Organising a club, school or community event in Cudham? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Cudham weddings: local tips
Cudham is about 5 miles south of Orpington, in Kent. Anywhere in TN14, we will come to your venue or garden. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 15 miles away.
For guests travelling by train, the nearest station is Chelsfield station, about 3.1 miles north-east. Historic houses near Cudham include Down House (1.4 miles north-west) and Quebec House (3.4 miles south). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 5 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about access and cooking rules.
This part of Kent takes in TN14, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. From Cudham Lane South, Cacket's Lane and Newbarn Lane or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. For weddings just outside Cudham, we cover Single Street (1 mile west), Berry's Green (1 mile south-west), Horns Green (1 mile south-east), Burlings (1 mile south-east) and Luxted (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cater in Dartford (11 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (5 miles south-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south-east), Gravesend (15 miles north-east), Tonbridge (12 miles south-east) and Northfleet (14 miles north-east).
A little further out are Orpington Hospital (3.3 miles north) and Crofton Roman Villa (3.9 miles north). Open spaces near Cudham include Downe Bank and Betsom's Hill.
- Nearby schools include Charles Darwin School (1.3 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Blacksmith's Arms (within half a mile north-west)
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.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Your questions about wedding paella catering in Cudham
How far is Cudham from London?
Roughly 15 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cook at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
How do you work out quantities?
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.
- 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