Medway · England
Wedding paella catering in Mockbeggar, Medway
Planning wedding paella catering in Mockbeggar? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Garden and marquee weddings
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
Wedding paella catering in Mockbeggar
Getting married in Mockbeggar?
Mockbeggar is about 2 miles north of Rochester, in Medway. Give us the address of your wedding in Mockbeggar, and we will plan access and set-up. Mockbeggar is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 26 miles away.
Planning photos in Broomhill Park? It’s worth checking the park’s rules first. For outdoor photos, Gad's Hill is close by, and the countryside around Mockbeggar suits an outdoor reception.
Wherever your wedding is in ME3, we can cook for your guests. Streets in the area include Bunters Hill Road and Town Road, and we can cook for a wedding on any of them. Nearby, we also cater weddings in Cliffe Woods (1 mile north-east), Lower Higham (1 mile west), Church Street (2 miles north-west), Higham (2 miles west) and Gadshill (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Gillingham (5 miles south-east), Chatham (5 miles south), Rainham (7 miles south-east), Luton (4 miles south-east), Park Wood (7 miles south-east) and Lordswood (6 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Upnor Castle (1.8 miles south-east) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Mockbeggar include Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
- Local schools include Temple School (1.1 miles south) and Strood Academy (2 miles south-west)
- Local facilities include City of Rochester-upon-Medway (2 miles south)
How our wedding paella catering works in Mockbeggar
Paella suits relaxed, sociable weddings, especially with long tables and outdoor venues. It feels generous without being stuffy. For garden and marquee weddings and wedding receptions after a small ceremony, we will put together a menu of evening paella, table tapas and Spanish desserts and more.
Near Mockbeggar, weddings are frequently in fields, barns or gardens. Live paella is made for that: no kitchen needed, just a level, sheltered spot. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
What’s in the pans
Table tapas
A tapas starter gets tables talking before the paella arrives.
Desserts
To finish: churros, crema catalana or your wedding cake.
Working with your venue
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
How it works
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it’s served at its best. At midsummer, sunset in Mockbeggar is about 9:20pm, so we can time the evening paella around your photos. Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 7:00pm in late September.
- First, we check your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm the plan with your coordinator.
- The pans cook while guests enjoy the drinks.
- We serve, then pack down.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
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Common questions in Mockbeggar
Is Mockbeggar close to London?
Roughly 26 miles from the centre of London.
What’s the nearest station to Mockbeggar for guests?
Higham station, about 1.2 miles west of the centre.
What if photos overrun?
We plan for it. The rice goes in at the last sensible moment, so it’s served at its best.
Do you do canapés and evening food too?
We can cater as much or as little of the day as you like, from the drinks reception to the evening.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.
How long do you need on site?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Do you offer tastings?
Mention a tasting in your enquiry, and we will explain how it works.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Pick a serving style
- Ask whether your venue allows outside caterers
- Tell us about suppliers who need feeding
- Tell us when speeches will be
Guests can queue at the pans, or staff can serve the tables.
Crockery, cutlery and waiting staff are available.
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Table tapas
- Evening paella
- Sangria & bar staff
- Canapé tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Dessert
Also near Mockbeggar
What else we do in Mockbeggar
Why choose wedding paella catering in Mockbeggar?
It works as a wedding breakfast or evening food, so it fits any plan.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
- Food for evening guests
- Sharing-style wedding meals
Historic houses near Mockbeggar include Temple Manor (2.3 miles south) and Restoration House (2.5 miles south). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking.
Before booking anyone
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How late numbers can change
How we price wedding paella catering
These are the factors that matter most:
- How many courses
- The length of service
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Parking and unloading
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just use our quote form.
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
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.
- 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