Kent · England
Wedding paella catering in Further Quarter, Kent
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food for events in Further Quarter.
- Relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts
- Rustic barn weddings
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
Wedding paella catering for Further Quarter events
Wedding paella catering for your wedding in Further Quarter
Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff can be added, to suit the style of your day. We’re often asked to cater wedding receptions after a small ceremony and civil partnerships and vow renewals, with evening paella, canapé tapas and table tapas.
There is something special about a country wedding near Further Quarter, and paella cooking in the open air adds to it. Plan for access and a wet-weather cover. We serve straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
Space, weather and the venue
If a space is not suitable, we will tell you, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Table tapas
- Canapé tapas
- Dessert
- Evening paella
- Paella wedding breakfast
Weddings in Further Quarter: venues, ceremonies and travel
Further Quarter is about 7 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Across the TN26 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. Further Quarter is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 20 miles away.
With the High Weald National Landscape within about 8 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about access and cooking rules.
For wedding paella catering in TN26, we plan around your venue. Neighbouring places where we cater weddings include High Halden (1 mile south), Wissenden (2 miles north-east), Bethersden (2 miles east), Maltman's Hill (2 miles north) and Chambers' Green (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles north-west), Ashford (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north), Foley Park (14 miles north-west), Preston (15 miles north-east) and Paddock Wood (14 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Romden Castle (1.9 miles north) and Benenden Hospital (4.5 miles south-west).
Common questions in Further Quarter
What’s the nearest station to Further Quarter for guests?
The closest is Pluckley station, roughly 3 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Further Quarter?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What about supplier meals?
Yes, include them in your numbers. Tell us when they’ll eat.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
How much paella per person?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Can you cook indoors?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Put us in touch with your venue
- Send us the running order and speech times
- Ask about diets and allergies with your RSVPs
- Tell us how many evening guests to expect
On the day, we liaise with your coordinator or toastmaster, so you can enjoy yourselves.
A table tapas starter gets everyone sharing.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The paellas you choose
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Waiting and bar staff
- The number of people
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What to tell us
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and time of the event
- The courses you’d like
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Thinking about wedding paella catering for your wedding in Further Quarter? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Why choose live paella in Further Quarter?
Live paella is less formal than a plated meal, but with canapés, table tapas and good crockery, it still feels special. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
- A quote that spells everything out
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Read Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Should I cook it myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
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. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
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What happens on the day
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Golden-hour photos in Further Quarter at midsummer come around 9:15pm, so we can time the evening paella around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:45pm, and in late September about 7:00pm.
- Tell us your date, venue and numbers.
- Together we plan each course.
- We agree timings with you and your venue.
- On the day, we cook and serve each course.
- We pack down, and staff stay as agreed.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Who books wedding paella catering in Further Quarter?
Couples choose paella because it feels relaxed and generous, and because guests remember it.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Further Quarter, people book us for occasions like:
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
- Big weddings with every diet
- Garden and marquee weddings
- Rustic barn weddings
Put the station on your invitation: the nearest station is Pluckley station, about 3 miles north-east.
Before you book anyone
- How late numbers can change
- The deposit and payment dates
- How each diet is kept separate
- A clear list of what’s included
- 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