Kent · England
Wedding Paella Catering in Kilndown
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 makes the food a highlight of your wedding in Kilndown.
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
- Relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts
Wedding paella catering for Kilndown events
Wedding paella catering in Kilndown, made fresh on the day
Saffron and garlic in the air has everyone looking forward to dinner long before it is served. For marquee and garden weddings and wedding receptions after a small ceremony, we can cook canapé tapas, Spanish desserts and evening paella for your guests.
There is something special about a country wedding near Kilndown, and paella cooking in the open air adds to it. Plan for access and a wet-weather cover. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Kilndown: your questions answered
Is Kilndown too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you cater in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you cover Kilndown?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Kilndown. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Can you do our whole wedding menu?
We can. We can do canapés, tapas, the wedding breakfast, evening food and desserts.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Can paella feel formal?
Served well, it feels generous and special: canapés, tapas, crockery and table service.
Where we can cook in Kilndown
If a space is not suitable, we will tell you. The main points are:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Kilndown
- Table tapas
- Canapé tapas
- Dessert
- Evening paella
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Sangria & bar staff
Also near Kilndown
Other catering in Kilndown
For event organisers in Kilndown
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Kilndown? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
How it works
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. Golden-hour photos in Kilndown at midsummer come around 9:15pm, so we can time the evening paella around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:50pm, and in late September about 7:00pm.
- We check availability for your date.
- You pick the courses and dishes.
- We confirm the plan with your coordinator.
- The pans cook while guests enjoy the drinks.
- We serve, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Canapé tapas
One- and two-bite tapas on boards, ideal for the drinks reception.
Desserts
To finish: Spanish desserts or your own cake.
Getting married in Kilndown?
Kilndown is about 8 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. From the centre of Kilndown to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cook in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 30 miles away.
For outdoor photos, Bewl Water is close by. Nearby historic houses include Scotney Castle (0.8 miles west) and Wadhurst Castle (4.4 miles south-west). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking. With the High Weald National Landscape within about 5 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access and cooking rules with the venue.
This part of Kent takes in TN17, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. From Church Road, Beresford Close and Chicks Lane or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. If your venue is just outside Kilndown, we also cover Riseden (1 mile north-east), Bedgebury Cross (1 mile east), Stonecrouch (1 mile south), Three Leg Cross (2 miles south) and Flimwell (3 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidstone (13 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles north-west), Tonbridge (10 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north), Foley Park (14 miles north) and Paddock Wood (6 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Finchcocks Musical Museum (1 mile north) and Old Scotney Castle (0.6 miles west). Not far away are Bewl Water.
Is live paella right for your wedding?
Food trucks serve one order at a time, which can mean long queues at a wedding. Paella is served quickly to many guests. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Kilndown
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
See How we price Or The cost guide.
What affects the price in Kilndown
These are the factors that matter most:
- Timings and hours
- How many courses
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The number of people
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The date and time of the event
- The address or venue name
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Which courses you have in mind
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, use our quote form.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Share your running order, including speeches
- Introduce us to your venue coordinator
- Check the venue’s rules for outside caterers
- Choose pan-side or table service
If things run late, and we’ll adjust the cooking so the paella is served at its best.
Spanish desserts, or your own wedding cake, finish the meal.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
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 at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
- 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