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Wedding Paella Catering for Tudeley events
Looking for wedding paella catering in Tudeley? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Blessings and vow renewals
- Informal wedding breakfasts
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
Wedding paella catering for Tudeley events
Wedding paella catering in Tudeley, made fresh on the day
Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff can be added, to suit the style of your day. We’re often asked to cater big weddings with every diet and weddings with a Spanish theme, serving table tapas, Spanish desserts and canapé tapas.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Tudeley, and an open-air paella adds to it. Plan access and cover in case of rain. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
Planners, venues and businesses
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Dishes our guests love
Evening paella
Fresh pans for evening guests, quick to serve and filling.
Canapé tapas
Canapé tapas fill the gap before the meal.
Live paella or other catering?
Plated wedding meals need a kitchen and more staff. Live paella needs a level, ventilated spot and the venue’s permission, and suits a relaxed style. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What you get with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- We cover Tudeley and the whole of Kent
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Planning the cooking area
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Canapé tapas
- Evening paella
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Table tapas
- Dessert
Tudeley weddings: local tips
Tudeley is about 2 miles south-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. From the centre of Tudeley to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Tudeley to London (28 miles away).
Put the station on your invitation: Tonbridge station is about 2 miles away. Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of All Saints frequently hold the reception nearby: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so the meal is ready when you arrive.
Here we cover the TN11 postcode area, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. If your venue is just outside Tudeley, we also cover Tudeley Hale (1 mile north-east), Crockhurst Street (1 mile south-east), Capel (1 mile south-east), Five Oak Green (2 miles east) and Colt's Hill (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (9 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (4 miles south-west), Kings Hill (7 miles north-east), Foley Park (11 miles north-east) and Paddock Wood (3 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tonbridge Castle (1.9 miles west) and The Milne Museum (2 miles north-west). Open spaces near Tudeley include Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Nearby schools include Bishop Chavasse Primary School (1.1 miles west) and Hillview School for Girls (1.4 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find The Poacher & Partridge pub (under half a mile north-east)
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Share your running order, including speeches
- Enquire early for peak dates
- Tell us how many evening guests to expect
- Let us know about meals for your band or photographer
Evening guests can be served from fresh pans later on, timed for after the first dance.
Add sangria, or bar staff to serve your own drinks.
Your questions about wedding paella catering in Tudeley
Is Tudeley close to London?
About 28 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of All Saints?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you come to Tudeley?
Yes, we do. Tudeley is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
What about pudding?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Is paella too casual for a wedding?
Served well, it feels generous and special: canapés, tapas, crockery and table service.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
What happens on the day
Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. For a summer wedding in Tudeley, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:00pm in late September, so an evening paella for evening guests is typically served in daylight in high summer. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Plan cover in case of rain
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Should I cook it myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
What wedding paella catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- How many courses
- Parking and unloading
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where the event is
- Which courses you have in mind
- What the venue already provides
- Roughly how many adults and children
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Towns and villages near Tudeley
Also in Tudeley
- 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