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Wedding paella catering in Swanley, Kent
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 makes the food a highlight of your wedding in Swanley.
- Destination-style celebrations at home
- Big weddings with every diet
- Evening wedding food
Wedding paella catering near Swanley
Weddings in Swanley: venues, ceremonies and travel
Swanley is about 3 miles east of Orpington, in Kent. For wedding paella catering in Swanley, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Swanley. Swanley is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Swanley to London (about 14 miles away).
Put the station on your invitation: Swanley station is in Swanley itself. Couples marrying at local churches such as St Mary the Virgin often hold the reception nearby: we can be cooking during the photos, so it’s ready as guests arrive. With the Kent Downs 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 BR8. Whether your wedding is on London Road, Station Road and High Street or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Main roads around Swanley include the A20 and B258, so getting the burners and pans to your wedding is simple. Other places close to Swanley for wedding paella catering include Crockenhill (1 mile south-west), Kevington (2 miles south-west), Derry Downs (3 miles west), St Mary Cray (3 miles west) and St Paul's Cray (3 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Dartford (4 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (8 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles east), Tonbridge (14 miles south), Northfleet (8 miles east) and Kings Hill (13 miles south-east).
A little further out are London Borough of Bromley Museum (3.2 miles south-west) and Queen Mary's Hospital (3.4 miles north-west). The countryside around Swanley includes The Warren and Summer Hill.
- Local schools include Orchards Academy (less than half a mile west)
Wedding paella catering for your wedding in Swanley
We can do the whole day or just one part: canapés, a tapas starter, a paella wedding breakfast, evening food and dessert. Popular choices include table tapas, evening paella and a paella wedding breakfast, and we are frequently booked for sharing-style wedding meals and evening wedding food.
A farm or garden wedding near Swanley suits live paella. We’ll need a level spot and a way to reach it. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
Other catering in Swanley
Planners, venues and businesses
Hosting 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 Swanley? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Space, weather and the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Table tapas
- Canapé tapas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Evening paella
- Dessert
How we price wedding paella catering
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Guest numbers
- Waiting and bar staff
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Travel, parking and access
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
The more we know about your wedding, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Which courses you have in mind
Planning wedding paella catering in Swanley? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Book early for summer Saturdays
- Add a dietary question to your RSVP cards
- Give us separate day and evening numbers
- Tell us when speeches will be
The pans are frequently set up where guests can see them, which makes a lovely backdrop for photos.
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
What’s in the pans
Desserts
Spanish desserts from churros to crema catalana, or your cake as dessert.
Canapé tapas
One- and two-bite tapas on boards, ideal for the drinks reception.
Events we cater in Swanley
It suits outdoor and rustic venues particularly well, where plated meals are harder.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Swanley:
- Vow renewals and civil ceremonies
- Farm and barn venues
- Destination-style celebrations at home
- Big weddings with every diet
The Warren nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Swanley suits an outdoor reception.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for each dish
- A clear list of what’s included
- The venue requirements
- Payment terms and deposit
How it works
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you’re free to enjoy your wedding. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. Golden-hour photos in Swanley at midsummer come around 9:20pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:50pm, and in late September about 7:05pm.
- Send us your wedding date, venue and numbers.
- Together we plan each 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.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Tell us where to park and unload
Get a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
DIY paella versus live catering
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Questions from Swanley
What’s the nearest station to Swanley for guests?
Swanley has its own station: Swanley station.
Can you cook at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Do you do starters?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
How much does wedding paella catering cost in Swanley?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Do you offer tastings?
Ask us about tastings when you contact us.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
- 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