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Wedding Paella Catering in Twitham
Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Twitham: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Informal wedding breakfasts
- Weddings with lots of dietary needs
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
Wedding paella catering in Twitham
What’s in the pans
Evening paella
Evening paella is hot, filling and fun, especially after a few hours on the dance floor.
Table tapas
A tapas starter gets tables talking.
Wedding paella catering in Twitham, cooked live
Paella suits relaxed, sociable weddings, especially with long tables and outdoor venues. It feels generous without being stuffy. For weddings with a Spanish theme and weddings with mixed diets, we’ll put together a menu of evening paella, canapé tapas and a paella wedding breakfast for your guests.
Near Twitham, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. That is exactly where live paella shines: no kitchen needed, just a level, sheltered spot. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Places near Twitham
What else we do in Twitham
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
What wedding paella catering costs
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- How many guests are eating
- Travel, parking and access
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- The paellas you choose
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- A picture of the space, if you can
- What the venue already provides
- The address or venue name
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Live paella or other catering?
Live paella is less formal than a plated meal, but with the right extras it feels just as special. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
See How we price And The cost guide.
Planning the cooking area
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- An open-sided catering gazebo next to the marquee
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Canapé tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Evening paella
- Dessert
- Table tapas
Twitham weddings: local tips
Twitham is about 7 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Tell us where your wedding in Twitham will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. We cater in all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 7 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Goodnestone Park (1.6 miles south). Historic houses and estates often have their own rules on caterers and cooking, so check early if that’s your venue. Put the station on your invitation: the nearest station is Adisham station, about 2.4 miles south-west.
Wherever your wedding is in CT3, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Other places close to Twitham for wedding paella catering include Well Head (1 mile west), Staple (1 mile east), Shatterling (1 mile north), Wingham (1 mile north-west) and Barnsole (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (11 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include St Martins Hospital (5.7 miles west) and White Mill (4 miles east). Not far away are Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Local pubs include The Three Tuns pub (within half a mile east)
Perfect for your wedding in Twitham
A sharing-style meal gets guests talking across the tables, which suits a relaxed wedding.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Twitham and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
- Blessings and vow renewals
If you are marrying at a church near Twitham, such as Church of St James, a reception in a garden, marquee or hired venue nearby keeps the day flowing: we can be cooking during the photos, so the meal is ready when you arrive.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- How late numbers can change
- Payment terms and deposit
- A clear list of what’s included
Common questions in Twitham
Is Twitham too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Twitham close to London?
About 60 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
What if photos overrun?
It happens. The rice goes in at the last sensible moment, so it’s served at its best.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
Can paella feel formal?
It can be dressed up or kept relaxed, depending on how it is served.
Do you cater in Twitham?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in Twitham and across Kent. Send us your date to check availability.
How it works
The paella is cooked in giant, 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. For a summer wedding in Twitham, the sun sets at about 9:15pm in late June and about 7:00pm in late September, so an evening paella for evening guests is generally served in daylight in high summer. For autumn and winter weddings, when it’s dark by about 3:50pm in December, plan lighting for the cooking area.
- Send us your wedding date, venue and numbers.
- We plan your menu course by course.
- Timings are agreed with your venue.
- On the day, we cook and serve each course.
- We clear our area; staff stay as booked.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- 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