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Wedding Paella Catering for Kemsley Street events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food turns food into part of your wedding in Kemsley Street.
- Sharing-style wedding meals
- Evening food for extra guests
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
Book wedding paella catering in Kemsley Street
Wedding paella catering for your wedding in Kemsley Street
Mixed diets are easy at a paella wedding: every paella is cooked separately, so every guest gets a proper hot main. Typical bookings include weddings with a Spanish theme and rustic barn weddings, with table tapas, a paella wedding breakfast and evening paella.
A wedding in a small place like Kemsley Street often means a field, a barn or a family garden. That is exactly where live paella shines: no kitchen, just a level, sheltered spot. Let us know about access and ground. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Perfect for your wedding in Kemsley Street
Sharing food gets tables chatting, which suits a relaxed wedding.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Blessings and vow renewals
- Big weddings with every diet
- Sharing-style wedding meals
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of St Peter often hold the reception nearby: we can be cooking during the photos, so the meal is ready when you arrive.
What to look for in a quote
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Travel and parking costs
Common questions in Kemsley Street
How far is Kemsley Street from London?
Roughly 32 miles from the centre of London.
Is Kemsley Street too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Can you feed our photographer and band?
Yes, include them in your numbers. Let us know when they need feeding.
What wedding paella catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Guest numbers
- Whether you need crockery
- Timings and hours
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- A picture of the space, if you can
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many adults and children
- What the venue already provides
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your wedding, and we will put together a menu and price.
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Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- A cooking spot outside the marquee, not inside it
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we offer
- Evening paella
- Table tapas
- Canapé tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Sangria & bar staff
- Dessert
How the day works
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. For a summer wedding in Kemsley Street, the sun sets at about 9:15pm in late June and about 7:00pm in late September, which means evening paella is generally served in daylight in June and July. For autumn and winter weddings, when it is dark by about 3:50pm in December, plan lighting for the cooking area.
- Send us your wedding date, venue and numbers.
- We plan your menu course by course.
- We agree timings with you and your venue.
- On the day, we cook and serve each course.
- We clear our area; staff stay as booked.
Getting ready for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Tell us where to park and unload
How to get a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Related guides
What’s in the pans
Table tapas
Sharing tapas breaks the ice before the paella arrives.
Paella wedding breakfast
Paellas for every guest, served hot and generous.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Pick a serving style
- Tell us when speeches will be
- Tell us how many evening guests to expect
- Connect us with your coordinator
Evening guests can be served from fresh pans later on, generally timed after the first dance.
A table tapas starter gets everyone sharing.
Getting married in Kemsley Street?
Kemsley Street is about 3 miles south of Gillingham, in Medway. From the centre of Kemsley Street to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cook in all 68 towns and villages in Medway. Our events stretch from Kemsley Street to Canterbury (about 22 miles away).
Detling Hill nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Kemsley Street suits an outdoor reception. For guests travelling by train, Rainham (Kent) station is about 2.5 miles away. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Kemsley Street, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access and cooking rules with the venue.
Wedding paella catering in ME7 is planned around your venue and timings. Neighbouring places where we cater weddings include Bredhurst (1 mile west), Scragged Oak (1 mile south), Dunn Street (1 mile south-west), Park Wood (1 mile north-east) and Lower Cox Street (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (3 miles north), Chatham (3 miles north-west), Rochester (6 miles north-west), Strood (6 miles north-west), Luton (3 miles north-west) and Twydall (3 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find KIMS hospital (3.5 miles south-west) and Allington Castle (4.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Burham Down and Detling Hill.
- Schools near Kemsley Street include Rainham School for Girls (2.1 miles north)
Is live paella right for your wedding?
Compared with formal catering, live paella is relaxed and sociable, but with the right extras it feels just as special. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why book with us
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- 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