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Wedding Paella Catering for Shottenden events
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 Shottenden.
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Evening food for extra guests
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Wedding paella catering in Shottenden, made fresh on the day
We can add sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff, to suit the style of your day. Whether it is rustic barn weddings and weddings in a marquee or garden, we can cook a paella wedding breakfast, canapé tapas and table tapas and more.
Rural weddings around Shottenden have a magic of their own, and an open-air paella adds to it. Plan access and cover in case of rain. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Your questions about wedding paella catering in Shottenden
Is Shottenden close to London?
About 47 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Shottenden?
The closest is Selling station, roughly 2 miles away.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Where do you cater?
We cover London and the South East, including Kent. See all areas.
How much does wedding paella catering cost in Shottenden?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Do you do starters?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Getting married in Shottenden?
Shottenden is about 5 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. Anywhere in CT4, we can bring the pans to you. We cover 922 places across Kent. We cook right across the region, from Shottenden to Canterbury (7 miles away).
Historic houses near Shottenden include Belmont House and Gardens (3.7 miles north-west). Historic houses and estates often have their own rules on caterers and cooking, so check early if that is your venue. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 5 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about access and cooking rules.
This part of Kent takes in CT4, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. We can cater a wedding on streets such as Shottenden Road, Goldups Lane and Beaney's Lane. Other places close to Shottenden for wedding paella catering include Perrywood (1 mile north), Selling (1 mile north), Hogben's Hill (2 miles north), Molash (2 miles south-west) and Mountain Street (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (8 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east), Faversham (5 miles north) and Herne Bay (12 miles north-east).
A little further out are Tower keep castle at Chilham (1.6 miles east).
Step by step
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. Golden-hour photos in Shottenden at midsummer come around 9:15pm, so we can time the evening paella around your photos. Sunset is around 8:45pm in late May and 7:00pm in late September.
- We start with your date, venue, numbers and ideas.
- We build the menu course by course and send a quote.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue, around speeches and photos.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Ask for a quote
Thinking about wedding paella catering for your wedding in Shottenden? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
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Where we can cook in Shottenden
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Dessert
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Canapé tapas
- Table tapas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Evening paella
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Tell us how many evening guests to expect
- Ask whether your venue allows outside caterers
- Introduce us to your venue coordinator
- Include any suppliers you’re feeding
The pans are frequently set up where guests can see them, which makes a lovely backdrop for photos.
Finish with Spanish desserts or your cake.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Your choice of paellas
- Parking and unloading
- How many staff you need
- The length of service
Larger events typically cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Where the event is
- The date and rough timings
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Paella compared with other options
Choosing between paella and a traditional menu?, think about your venue, your guests’ diets and the feel of the day. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Shottenden
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- We cover Shottenden and the whole of Kent
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Read Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
Who books wedding paella catering in Shottenden?
Mixed diets are easy, which matters with a big guest list.
In Shottenden and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Food for evening guests
- Relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
For guests travelling by train, the nearest station is Selling station, about 2 miles north.
Questions to ask before you book
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether travel is included
- A clear list of what’s included
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
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What else we do in Shottenden
Dishes our guests love
Evening paella
Paella makes great evening food, especially after a few hours on the dance floor.
Paella wedding breakfast
Two or three paellas, served from the pans or brought to the tables.
- 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