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Wedding Paella Catering in Finglesham
Bring the theatre of live paella to your wedding in Finglesham. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Destination-style celebrations at home
- Vow renewals and civil ceremonies
- Farm and barn venues
Wedding paella catering in Finglesham
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Plated wedding meals need a kitchen and more staff. Live paella needs a level, ventilated spot and the venue’s permission, and feels more relaxed. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why choose Love Paella in Finglesham
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- We cover Finglesham and the whole of Kent
How our wedding paella catering works in Finglesham
Sharing from big pans suits relaxed weddings, especially with long tables and outdoor venues. It feels generous without being stuffy. For relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts and rustic barn weddings, we’ll put together a menu of a paella wedding breakfast, Spanish desserts and canapé tapas for your guests.
There is something special about a country wedding near Finglesham, and an open-air paella adds to it. Plan for access and a wet-weather cover. We serve straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
Before you choose a spot
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- A cooking spot outside the marquee, not inside it
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Finglesham
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Table tapas
- Evening paella
- Sangria & bar staff
- Dessert
- Canapé tapas
The menu, dish by dish
Desserts
Spanish desserts from churros to crema catalana, or your cake as dessert.
Evening paella
Evening paella is hot, filling and fun, especially after a few hours on the dance floor.
Weddings in Finglesham: venues, ceremonies and travel
Finglesham is about 2 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. From the centre of Finglesham to the outskirts, wedding paella catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Finglesham to Canterbury (about 12 miles away).
If you’re hoping for photos in Betteshanger Park, check whether the park needs permission for photography or gatherings. For outdoor photos, Monk's Wall nature reserve is close by. The sea is within about 3 miles, perfect for a seafood paella wedding. We will plan shelter from sea breezes.
We cook at weddings all over CT14 and the streets around it. We also cook at weddings in Marley (1 mile south-west), Hacklinge (1 mile north-east), Ham (1 mile north-west), Northbourne (1 mile south) and Sholden Meadows (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (12 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (7 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north) and Broadstairs (9 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Deal Museum (2.5 miles east) and Sandown Castle (2.4 miles east). Open spaces near Finglesham include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Schools near Finglesham include Sandwich Technology School (2 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Crown Inn (less than half a mile south-east)
Step by step
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That is how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. Your guests will smell it before they see it. At midsummer, sunset in Finglesham 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.
- Send us your wedding date, venue and numbers.
- We plan your menu course by course.
- Timings are agreed with your venue.
- On the day, we cook and serve each course.
- We clear our area; staff stay as booked.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Ask for a quote
Planning wedding paella catering in Finglesham? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Events we cater in Finglesham
Couples choose paella because it feels relaxed and generous, and because guests remember it.
Whatever you are celebrating in Finglesham, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of St George often hold the reception nearby: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so the meal is ready when you arrive.
Before you book anyone
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Payment terms and deposit
- When final numbers are due
- How each diet is kept separate
Finglesham: your questions answered
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
Is Finglesham close to London?
Roughly 65 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can paella feel formal?
Served well, it feels generous and special: canapés, table tapas, good crockery and staff serving the tables.
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 photo.
What does wedding paella catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
Can you do sangria?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Can you liaise with the venue coordinator?
Yes. We are happy to talk to your venue about access, timings and requirements.
Towns and villages near Finglesham
Other catering in Finglesham
How we price wedding paella catering
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Waiting and bar staff
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How long we’re needed on site
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- The address or venue name
- Any dietary needs and allergies
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Should I cook it myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Working with your venue
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
- 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