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Wedding Paella Catering in Hersden
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food turns food into part of your wedding in Hersden.
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
- Blessings and vow renewals
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
Wedding paella catering in Hersden
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Canapé tapas
- Evening paella
- Dessert
- Sangria & bar staff
- Table tapas
Wedding paella catering in Hersden, made fresh on the day
We can cater your whole wedding day or one part of it: canapés, a tapas starter, a paella wedding breakfast, evening food and dessert. We are frequently asked to cater wedding receptions after a small ceremony and destination-style celebrations at home, with evening paella, Spanish desserts and table tapas.
Weddings in a place like Hersden often feel personal: a local church, then a marquee in a garden or field. A huge pan on the lawn fits right in. Let us know about access for the van. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
How the day works
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. Golden-hour photos in Hersden at midsummer come around 9:15pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:45pm, and in late September about 7:00pm.
- We start with your date, venue, numbers and ideas.
- We build the menu course by course and send a quote.
- We fit our timings around your speeches, photos and venue.
- On the day we set up, cook live and serve each course as planned.
- We pack down our cooking area, with staff staying as long as agreed.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Let us know the timings for the day
How to get a price
Send us the date, your venue or CT3 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Who books wedding paella catering in Hersden?
It suits outdoor and rustic venues particularly well, where plated meals are harder.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
- Parties after a register office wedding
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
- Evening wedding food
If you are marrying at a church near Hersden, such as Church of All Saints, a reception in a garden, marquee or hired venue nearby keeps the day flowing: we can be cooking during the photos, so the meal is ready when you arrive.
Before you book anyone
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- The venue requirements
- When final numbers are due
- The deposit and payment dates
What’s in the pans
Canapé tapas
Canapés keep guests happy between the ceremony and the meal.
Desserts
To finish: Spanish desserts or your own cake.
Nearby places to Hersden
Other catering in Hersden
FAQs for Hersden
How far is Hersden from London?
About 56 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Hersden for guests?
The closest is Sturry station, roughly 1.9 miles away.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Can you serve drinks?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Do you offer tastings?
Ask us about tastings when you contact us.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Organising for someone else?
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Organising a club, school or community event in Hersden? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
How we price wedding paella catering
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The length of service
- How many guests are eating
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.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
- Which courses you have in mind
- Roughly how many adults and children
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote.
Why choose live paella in Hersden?
A buffet can leave food sitting out. Paella goes straight from pan to plate when guests are ready. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why book with us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
- We cover Hersden and the whole of Kent
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Hersden
Hersden is about 4 miles south of Herne Bay, in Kent. For a wedding in Hersden, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Hersden. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
For outdoor photos, West Blean and Thornden Woods is close by. Put the station on your invitation: the nearest station is Sturry station, about 1.9 miles south-west. With the coast within about 5 miles, a seafood paella suits a seaside-style wedding. Coastal wind needs a sheltered cooking spot.
We cover weddings in every part of CT3. Streets in the area include The Firs, The Sycamores and Chequer Tree Close, and we can cook for a wedding on any of them. We also cook at weddings in Westbere (1 mile south-west), Stodmarsh (1 mile south-east), Hoath (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile north) and Sturry (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (4 miles south-west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south-east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Canterbury Castle (4.5 miles south-west) and St Martins Hospital (3.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby schools include Spires Academy (0.5 miles west) and Frank Montgomery School (0.5 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include Ye Olde Yew Tree Inn (0.8 miles south-west)
- 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