For the Best Paella in Naples & So Much More, Visit the Vanderbilt Farmers’ Market on Saturdays!2/3/2021 Do you like frequenting the local farmers’ markets? If you head on over to the Vanderbilt Farmers’ Markets on a Saturday, you’ll be in for a real treat. Alongside numerous other exciting vendors, Fire & Rice will be there cooking up our award-winning paella at the center of it all. Come on down, check out the market, and join in the fun – rain or shine!  The Vanderbilt Farmers’ Market 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Rd Naples, FL 34109 The Vanderbilt Farmers’ Market is located at the Shoppes at Vanderbilt, which is on the NW corner of Airport Pulling and Vanderbilt Beach Rd. (behind CVS/across from Naples Family Fitness in the middle of the shopping center.) The Vanderbilt Farmers’ Market – named the “Best North Naples Saturday Market!” The Vanderbilt Farmers’ Market has been named the “Best North Naples Saturday Market” and is the largest market of its kind in North Naples. From 8 AM – 1 PM on Saturdays year-round, you’ll see over 80 vendors out on Vanderbilt Beach Road in Naples, ready to share their delightful selections of food and wares.  What can you expect to find at the Vanderbilt Farmers’ Market? In a nutshell – fresh local fare, culture, and commerce! You’ll find fantastic products from the Naples area, including some of the freshest vegetables around. Come down for the micro-greens, natural honeys, fresh seafood, pastries, NY bagels, European breads, organic candles, home goods, jewelry, clothing, art, and so much more! If you want to grab breakfast, brunch, or lunch, there’s plenty of food options, including delicious bites from the Crab Cake Hotline, a variety of tasty sandwiches from the Cubano Café, and, of course, award-winning Naples paella from Fire & Rice! Make sure to come hungry!  Make the Most of Your Saturday Morning Outdoors at the Vanderbilt Farmers’ Market Are you for something fun and safe to do in the Naples area? When it comes to outdoor shopping and culinary experiences, the Vanderbilt Farmers’ Market has it all. Whether you’re eight or eighty, you’ll enjoy browsing the aisles and checking out the fabulous food and merchandise! When you head down to the market, make sure to stop by Fire & Rice and say hello! Our chefs will be enthusiastically preparing fresh batches of our award-winning paella. We create a fun and exciting atmosphere for everyone to enjoy, and our paella is out of this world. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say our paella is the best they’ve ever tasted!  If you’d like to learn more about Naples paella catering from Fire & Rice, call us at (239) 269-8857 or book your party online. We look forward to hearing from you and hope to see you at the Vanderbilt Farmers’ Market this Saturday!
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We are excited to announce that Fire & Rice has opened a new paella location in the Twin Cities! Tom Reinhart, a Minnesota native and owner of the new paella franchise, plans to start operations this May. If you live in Minneapolis and St. Paul area, you are in for a treat!  The Twin Cities market is a great fit for Fire & Rice. Not only do the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have an abundance of great restaurants, but they also host numerous art and music festivals, street fairs and festivals, and community events year-round. And, as far as farmers’ markets go – they are everywhere! Meet Tom Reinhart – Owner of Fire & Rice of the Twin Cities’ Paella Franchise As a kid growing up in St. Paul, Tom loved watching the original Iron Chef and dreamed of being a chef himself. When his college-age sister went to work in a restaurant, he would accompany her any chance he got. Though he was only eleven years old, he would watch the chefs cook, and they would let him help with the preparation process. Tom enjoyed every moment! Once Tom reached high school, he worked as a prep cook in some of the highest-end restaurants in the greater Twin Cities area. Later, with the goal of being a chef, he toured with Cordon Bleu. However, life led him down a different path and into the world of finance, working at a local bank and then opening his own business. Now, by bringing Fire & Rice to the Twin Cities area, he returns to a childhood passion for food and entertaining.  Why Fire & Rice? Tom has been visiting the Naples area since he was a child, and for more than a decade, he has been enjoying award-winning paella from Fire & Rice. While visiting the Third Street Farmers’ Market in Naples last year, he saw a sign for franchising opportunities and was intrigued. After much discussion, he planned to open a paella catering franchise in the Twin Cities in 2022. However, by watching Fire & Rice of Naples’ success during the pandemic, Tom saw that he could capitalize on the opportunity and decided to open a year ahead of schedule.  Bringing Authentic, Award-Winning Paella to the Twin Cities Lots of people in the Twin Cities area have a strong appreciation for high-quality, unique foods and a desire to experience new things. While there are extensive dining opportunities available in the area, there is little competition in the Spanish food market. By integrating Fire & Rice into the local venues and hitting the party circuit, Tom will introduce the people of Minneapolis and St. Paul to our award-winning paella.
If you’re interested in learning more about our paella franchise opportunities, call Fire & Rice franchisor, Paul Schmidgall, at (239) 269-8857. He’d love to talk with you! For years Fire & Rice has been a staple at the Third Street Farmers’ Market in Naples and the Marco Island Farmers’ Market. This weekend, we will be expanding into two additional local farmers’ markets, and we’re very excited. We hope that you’ll come on down to see us and join in the fun!  Vanderbilt Farmers’ MarketDay/Time: Saturdays, 8 AM - 1 PM Location: Shoppes of Vanderbilt, 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples FL 34109 (The market is located at the NW corner of Airport Pulling and Vanderbilt Beach Rd - Behind CVS Pharmacy) If you’re visiting the Ritz Carlton Golf Resort or live in the Pelican Marsh Community, Tiburon, Pelican Bay, the Bay Colony, Mill Run, or Pine Ridge Estates, you’re just a hop, skip, and a jump from the Vanderbilt Farmers’ Market! Come on down this Saturday and enjoy a wonderful mix of local vendors with abundant selections of local produce, honey, baked goods, flowers, home accessories, personal products, and, of course, award-winning Naples’ original paella from Fire & Rice! South Collier Farmers’ MarketDay/Time: Sundays, 9 AM - 2 PM Location: 6060 Collier Blvd. Naples, FL, 34114 Are you looking for a delightful way to spend your Sunday morning or afternoon? Right around the corner from the Lely Resort, the Pelican Lake Motorcoach Resort, and the Eagle Lakes Community, you can find the South Collier Farmers’ Market. Shop for your favorite local fruits and vegetables, arts and crafts, and delicious specialty foods, and enjoy mouth-watering paella from Fire & Rice!  Join in the Ultimate Paella Experience at the Farmers’ Markets with Naples’ Original Paella! If you’re looking for something fun and exciting to do this weekend, come on down to the Vanderbilt Farmers’ Market on Saturday or the South Collier Farmers’ Market on Sunday and visit Fire & Rice. We’ll be right at the center of it all, enthusiastically preparing our award-winning paella out in front for everyone to see. We’re passionate about our paella, and it shows! Our Naples original paella is authentic, made from only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain. By combining chicken and sausage with imported saffron and Bomba rice in large shallow pans, we create a gentle flavor and texture that’s out of this world, like nothing you’ve encountered before.  The aromas are delightful, and when you take your first bite of our award-winning paella, it will exceed every expectation. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say that our paella is the best they’ve ever tasted. Come on down to local farmers’ markets this weekend and try it for yourself! We hope to see you there!
For parties and events, we offer a variety of mouth-watering paella options – there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy. Take a minute to check out our menu! If you’d like to learn more about Naples’ paella catering from Fire & Rice, call us at 239-269-8857, or book your party online. What could be better than spending the holidays in Naples? After all, the weather this time of year is just about perfect. Perhaps you have family in town, or you’d like to get together with friends to celebrate? All you need is a place to gather and ring in the season with delicious food and holiday cheer!  Of course, getting into your favorite restaurants this year hasn’t been an easy task. With the pandemic regulations changing from week to week, and a larger population residing in the Naples area during the in-season, it can be hard to get a spot. It seems that options are limited, so what can you do if you want to celebrate? Fire & Rice Brings the Celebration to You with Authentic Paella in Naples Fortunately, Fire & Rice is all about delicious food, fun, and cheer – it’s what we do best! If you have an outdoor living space in your backyard, Fire & Rice can bring the holiday celebration directly to you. Our chefs prepare our award-winning paella in large shallow pans in your Naples backyard, creating an elegant atmosphere for everyone to enjoy. Preparing paella is a beautiful process that touches the senses, as the pan is filled with a palette of primary colors, and gentle aromas fill the air. The moment your guests taste our mouth-watering paella, it will exceed every expectation. At Fire & Rice, we use only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain. We combine chicken and sausage with imported saffron and Bomba rice for a delicate flavor and texture that are simply divine. Meat can be swapped out or combined with seafood, and vegan options are also available. Whether you choose Mixta Paella, Paella de Valencia, or Paella de Marisco, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Many of our clients have traveled all around the world and say that our paella in Naples is the best they’ve ever had.  Award-Winning Paella in Naples from Fire & Rice is Fun, Safe, & Delicious! For your celebration, we bring everything we need to prepare and serve your guests, and you can socially distance as you like. The process is safe and fun for all, and our paella is out of this world!
If you’re ready to celebrate this holiday season with the best paella in Naples, call Fire & Rice today at (239) 269-8857 or book your party online. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you create an elegant occasion that your guests will remember for years to come! This year, we’ve all had to be a little creative when it comes to celebrating special moments. With December right around the corner, finding the perfect way to enjoy the holidays with family and friends may feel like a challenge. At Fire & Rice, we’re here to tell you that it doesn’t have to be!  The holiday season is upon us, and while people want to get together, they also want to be safe. The good news is that Fire & Rice can create an elegant celebration in your Naples backyard with our award-winning paella catering. By entertaining outdoors, you’re surrounded by the fresh air and can distance as you see fit. Just sit back and relax, and let our chefs take care of the rest! It's safe, easy, and delicious! Dining Al Fresco at Its Best with Naples Paella Catering Imagine dining al fresco with the people you care about most on your deck, porch, or patio. As usual, your table looks gorgeous, and your natural surroundings are a sight to behold. As everyone delights in the environment, our chefs capture your attention as they prepare award-winning paella in large, shallow pans nearby.  Everyone admires the preparation of this exquisite dish, with its palette of primary colors. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and gentle aromas fill the air. Your guests are relaxed as they anticipate a wonderful meal together. The setting is perfect, and you relish in the fact that everyone is having the time of their lives. During the paella preparation, we use only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain. By combining chicken and sausage with imported saffron and Bomba rice, we create a unique, gentle flavor and texture, like you’ve never encountered before. Meats can be substituted or combined with seafood, and vegan options are also available, so there’s something for everyone to enjoy.  With options such as Mixta Paella, Paella de Valencia, and Paella de Marisco, the presentation is stunning. When your guests take their first bite of our delicious paella, it will exceed every expectation. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say that our paella is the best they’ve ever tasted.
If you’d like to create a fine dining experience in your own backyard, call Fire & Rice today at (239) 269-8857 to schedule Naples paella catering. We look forward to hearing from you and making your outdoor celebration one that will be remembered for years to come. Throughout the pandemic, the people of Naples have still had a strong desire to come together and celebrate the special moments in life – birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, graduations, and more. With restaurants at limited capacity, making it almost impossible to get reservations, and a lack of local events, residents quickly ran out of interesting dining options. It was at this point that Fire & Rice paella catering decided to create opportunities.  Fire & Rice Creates Unique and Safe Outdoor Dining Opportunities Throughout the Naples AreaFire & Rice founder, Paul Schmidgall, knows the Naples’ lifestyle well, having catered parties and events, big and small, in a wide variety of venues for more than a decade. Instead of allowing the pandemic to slow his paella catering franchise down, he adapted to the new reality and created alternative dining solutions that were safe and fun. Fairly quickly, Schmidgall knew that it was critical to adapt to COVID-19, which has proven to be the ultimate challenge for hospitality businesses. For however long this virus was going to stick around, the structure of his franchise needed to change. And he did it: The Fire & Rice franchise has been thriving through the pandemic – not just in Naples, but at other locations throughout the country. How did Fire & Rice do it? Like many restaurants, they started doing take-out. Next, they started offering paella delivery. But, as the novelty of those services began to wear off, Schmidgall realized that they needed to do more. It was critical to get to the root of what the people of Naples really wanted: to gather and interact with others safely over a delicious meal.  Residents Enjoy Award-Winning Paella at Condominium Complexes & HOA Communities Soon, Fire & Rice started booking condominium complexes and HOA communities throughout the Naples area during the week, creating outdoor dining opportunities for residents on-site. People could pre-order their paella, ensuring no-contact payments, and walk outside their front door to the Naples’ food truck, pick up their paella, see people, and socialize! All over Naples, residents came together at a safe distance to mingle with neighbors and friends over a unique dish in their own communities. This wonderful opportunity was exactly what people had been craving. Not only was the paella delicious, but it was safe, fast, easy, and inexpensive! Before they knew it, Fire & Rice was bringing original paella to Pelican Marsh, the Villages of Monterey, Marbella Isles, the Tall Pines community, and the Contessa. People couldn’t get enough of the paella or the social experience.  Friends & Families Dine Al Fresco with Naples Paella Catering in Their Own Backyards Early this fall, Fire & Rice began offering an outdoor paella catering experience where residents could dine al fresco in their own backyard. Since restaurant dining options were limited, people jumped at the chance to celebrate over beautiful plates of paella on their decks and patios. It was a huge hit! Not only did they enjoy a personalized menu, but they were also entertained during the preparation process and able to linger as long as they like!
If you’d like to learn more about more about Naples’ paella catering opportunities, call Fire & Rice today at 239-269-8857 or book online. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you create unique dining experience in your neighborhood or home. It’s Paella Season! Visit Naples’ Favorite Paella Food Truck at the Farmers’ Markets this November10/28/2020 Fire & Rice has been a fixture at the local Naples’ Area farmers’ markets over the years, and we can’t wait to get back to it. With the markets opening up in mid-November, it’s time for everyone to have some fun!  Once November hits, it’s officially paella season in Naples. The snowbirds arrive, the markets open, and people can’t wait to celebrate over a bowl of our award-winning paella! On market days, people head down early get the first batch of our delicious paella. It’s fun and exciting, and we hope to see you there! Head Down to the Naples’ Farmers’ Markets This November & Try Authentic Paella at the Fire & Rice Food Truck! Third Street Farmers’ Market Opens November 14, 2020, from 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM The Third Street Farmers’ Market opens on November 14th and runs every Saturday from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM through the in-season. Along with paella from Fire & Rice, you’ll find fresh produce, seafood, cheeses, pasta, flowers, baked goods, grass-fed beef, and so much more. Bring your parents, bring your kids, bring your dogs – there’s something for everyone! Marco Island Farmers’ Market Opens November 18, 2020, from 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM On November 18th, the Marco Island Farmers’ Market opens, and Fire & Rice Naples’ paella food truck will be there. You’ll also find a fantastic selection of fresh fruit and vegetables, flowers, popcorn, crafts, baked goods – including freshly baked bread – and more! The market runs every Wednesday from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Come on down, check it out, and stop by Fire & Rice for some delicious paella! Fire & Rice: Award-Winning Paella in Naples, FL What makes our Naples’ paella so special? Our paella is made from only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain. During the preparation process, our chefs enthusiastically combine chicken and sausage with imported saffron and Bomba rice in large shallow pans, creating a unique, gentle flavor, like nothing you’ve encountered before. For catered affairs, the meat can be substituted or combined with seafood, and vegan options are also available, so there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy!  If you’re looking for something fun and exciting to do in Naples, head on down to the local farmers’ markets, look for our Naples’ paella food truck, and say hello! We look forward to sharing our award-winning paella with you!
Fall is moving at a swift pace and, before you know it, the holidays will be upon us. It will soon be time to start thinking of gifts for family and friends, which can sometimes be a little overwhelming. Each year, you try to find unique gifts for the people you love, but that can be harder than it sounds!  Fire & Rice Paella Gift BasketsIf you’re looking for a special gift for someone on your list this holiday season, Fire & Rice has a great opportunity for you. This year, we’re offering paella gift baskets in Naples for any food lovers in your life. Each basket includes 1 kg of imported Bomba rice, two half-gram bottles of Spanish saffron, one bottle of our amazing Fire & Rice hot sauce, a 34 cm enamel paella pan, and the recipe. The gift basket is set up to cook two paella batches, each feeding 6-8 people, and retails at $55. It’s a party in a pan! Where can you pick up your paella gift basket? Just stop by Neighborhood Organics and ask for Janet! You can also purchase your basket when you visit us down at the 3rd Street Farmer’s Market and the Marco Island Farmers’ Market this November or visit us online. There’s a limited supply available, so don’t miss out on this unique gift!  Enjoy the Best Paella in Naples this Holiday Season Are you looking to enjoy an unforgettable outdoor celebration with family and friends this holiday season? How about dining al fresco in your own backyard? If so, consider Fire & Rice for the ultimate outdoor dining experience during the holidays.  During your outdoor celebration, our chefs prepare award-winning paella in large shallow pans out in front for everyone to see, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere during the process. As we prepare the paella, you can see the beauty in this magical dish, and gentle aromas fill the air, touching the senses.
When the paella is ready, we call your guests up to the pans and serve them in a delightful communal setting. And when they take the first bite of our mouth-watering paella, it will exceed every expectation. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say that our paella is the best they’ve ever had! If you’d like to celebrate with the best paella in Naples over the holidays, contact us today at 239-269-8857 or book your party online. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you make this holiday season the best ever! It’s October and, as snowbirds start to trickle back into the Naples area, people are getting excited to see their friends and neighbors. The condominium complexes and HOA communities are beginning to fill up, and everyone is looking to have some fun! When people return to Naples for the in-season, it’s always nice to welcome them with a special treat. And there’s nothing more inviting than a delicious meal -- a unique dish to make them feel special. And Fire & Rice can provide just the thing! Fire & Rice: Naples’ Favorite Food Truck Brings Paella Directly to Your Community! At Fire & Rice, we’re offering our award-winning paella to condo complexes and HOA communities in the Naples area Monday through Thursday, and residents can’t get enough. Our chefs prepare the paella ahead of time, bag it up, and bring it to your location in our Naples food truck. As soon as we arrive, you’re hot, prepackaged order is set to go. Naples residents have been raving about this new, convenient dining opportunity. Not only is it a special treat to have a hot, delicious paella brought directly to you, the process is fast, easy, safe, and inexpensive. It’s a win all around!  Picture our Naples food truck arriving at your condo complex or HOA community. Everyone comes down to pick up their delicious, pre-packaged batch of paella. Friends and neighbors smile and wave, social distancing as they please, and you know you’re back where you're meant to be for the best months of the year! Naples Paella Preparation Process Our Naples food truck has been delivering delicious paella to communities all around the area, including the Villages of Monterey, Pelican Marsh, Marbella Isles, the Contessa, and the Tall Pines community, and it’s been a hit every time!
If you’re interested in bringing award-winning paella to your condominium complex or HOA community, call us today at 239-269-8857 to schedule or book online. We look forward to bringing our award-winning paella to you! What a lovely time of year it is in Naples, FL! It’s warm outside, without being too hot, and the sun is abundant on most days. Once evening falls, the temperatures are absolutely perfect!  During this wonderful time of year, you enjoy relaxing in your beautiful backyard with friends and family. With the busyness of the in-season starting up soon, it’s nice to have backyard space to call your own. In fact, now that local restaurants and other venues are at limited capacity, spending time in your outdoor living spaces has become essential! You love to socialize, but, these days, it’s hard to get a reservation anywhere in Naples. As the crowds start to head into town this October, it will only become more of a challenge. But, if you have a deck, porch, patio, or pool area, you have the opportunity to dine al fresco in your own backyard, creating a special occasion to remember for years to come.  Dine Al Fresco with the Best Paella in Naples, Customized to Your Specifications Do you miss dining out in Naples? If so, why not create a beautiful, unique dining experience in your own backyard with award-winning Naples paella catering from Fire & Rice? Our chefs will prepare delicious paella right out in front of you, creating a fun-filled, exciting yet elegant atmosphere for everyone to enjoy. We even encourage willing guests to join in the paella preparation, and they can’t get enough! Our paella is made from only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain. We combine chicken and sausage with imported saffron, Bomba rice, and an assortment of beautiful vegetables in traditional, large, shallow pans, for a flavor that’s simply divine. The meat can be swapped out or combined with seafood, and vegan options are also available. There’s truly something for everyone.  Imagine dining with your closest friends under the stars while enjoying mouth-watering paella that has been customized to your specifications. The presentation of the dish is beautiful, with a palette of primary colors, and gentle aromas fill the air, touching the senses. And once you taste our delicious paella, it will exceed every expectation. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say that our paella is the best they’ve ever had.
When you choose Fire & Rice, you can feel confident that you’ll have an exceptional dining experience. Not only is our paella the best in Naples, we also create a wonderful atmosphere everywhere that we go. For an exquisite outdoor dining event in your own backyard, call Fire & Rice at (239)-269-8857 or book your party online. We look forward to sharing the best paella in Naples with you! What if you could just walk down from your condo and grab a delightful, healthy, unique dish to enjoy your evening meal? You wouldn’t have to cook or drive anywhere to pick it up. It just arrives! Sounds great, doesn’t it? Fire & Rice is now offering hot, delicious, award-winning paella at condominium complexes and HOA communities in the Naples area Monday through Thursday, and people can’t get enough. The residents love it because it’s a fast, easy, and safe process – and inexpensive too! We’ve done it at Pelican Marsh, the Villages of Monterey, Marbella Isles, the Tall Pines community, and the Contessa. If you’re interested in having Fire & Rice bring Naples original paella to your condominium or HOA community, give us a call to schedule at 239-269-8857 or book online. We’ll cook it ahead of time, bag it up, and arrive with your hot, prepackaged order ready to go! Naples Original Paella from Fire & Rice: Award-Winning Meals Brought Right to You If you’re looking for a delicious treat to enjoy with family or friends, consider Naples’ original paella from Fire & Rice. Our award-winning paella is made from only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain. We combine chicken and sausage with imported saffron, Bomba rice, fresh vegetables, and seasonings for a unique flavor like you’ve never encountered before. The dish is beautiful, with a palette of primary colors, and the gentle aromas fill the air, touching the senses. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say our paella is the best they’ve ever had!
Ready to spice up a weeknight at your condominium complex or HOA community with Naples’ original paella? Call us at 239-269-8857 to schedule or book online. We look forward to serving you! Are you looking to spend time doing something special with family and friends? Maybe you have a birthday or an anniversary to celebrate, or perhaps, you’re just looking for a unique experience to mix things up on what otherwise would be an ordinary day. With restaurants in Naples at half capacity, it’s tough to get a reservation anywhere. So, how can you celebrate special moments together during these unprecedented times?  Outdoor Entertaining Under the StarsThe Naples weather is beautiful this time of year. As summer wraps up, the temperatures start to drop, and entertaining outdoors is delightful. If you have an outdoor living space, now’s the time to make use of it by celebrating under the stars with the people you care about the most! To celebrate properly, you don’t want to spend time toiling away with tedious meal preparations. Your goal is to focus on your guests and fully participate in the joy of the evening. But where can you find a caterer you can trust to deliver the experience you envision?  Create Personalized Al Fresco Dining Experience with Naples Paella CateringAt Fire & Rice of Naples, we specialize in personalized al fresco dining. Not only is our award-winning paella catering out of this world, we also create a warm, inviting atmosphere for everyone to enjoy. By preparing authentic paella in large, shallow pans out in front for everyone to see, we engage your guests in a delightful culinary preparation experience that they’ll never forget. When the paella is ready, we call your guests up to the pans and serve them. They’ll delight in the communal dining setting that they’ve encountered before. And when they take their first bite of our mouth-watering paella, it will exceed every expectation. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say that our paella is the best they’ve ever tasted.  Fire & Rice: Award-Winning Paella Catering in Naples Fire & Rice is a self-contained unit, so we never need to enter your home. We bring everything we need to prepare the meal and serve your guests. It’s safe, easy for the host, and lots of fun. The occasion will be a night that you and your guests will remember for years to come.
If you’re ready for a special night out with friends and family, let Fire & Rice serve exquisite Naples’ paella catering in your own backyard. Call us today at 239-269-8857 or book your party online. We look forward to hearing from you and creating a special evening for you and your guests to enjoy! You’ve likely seen this familiar face on the Naples’ paella catering party circuit, at local events, and down at the farmers’ markets. But did you know that Colleen Connolly handles all the logistics behind the scenes at Fire & Rice as well? Whatever is thrown her way, she jumps in and takes care of it.  Colleen Connolly Manages Naples Paella Catering Operations & Does Whatever It Takes to Get the Job Done While you typically see Colleen interacting with customers and cooking up our award-winning paella during our busy time of year, she has many other responsibilities during the off-season, including vehicle maintenance! Now, you wouldn’t necessarily think that someone with an extensive background in the catering business would know how to drop a transmission pan, but Colleen makes it happen. She just grabbed the jack, slid underneath the truck, and did it. It was a pretty impressive sight to see!  Colleen is a well-rounded person, and when she’s confronted with a task or a challenge, she just takes care of it. If she doesn’t know how to do it, she figures out a way – there’s no stopping her! Her work ethic, smarts, and determination make her such an exceptional employee today. She’s invaluable! At Fire & Rice, one thing we’ve learned over the years is that if you put your mind to something, you can do whatever you want to do. By taking the time to learn new skills, you become well-rounded and more marketable. And if you take those skills, work hard, and spend your money wisely, you can take on the world.  Hard work, determination, and careful spending are all part of the Fire & Rice story as well. Starting with a passion for bringing paella to the US, it took a lot of drive and effort to turn it into a successful business. And when there are setbacks, you learn from them, adjust, and start pushing forward again. Now, Fire & Rice has paella locations throughout the US! Naples Paella Catering If you’d like to learn more about our Naples paella catering services for your next party or event, contact us today at (239)-269-8857 or book your party online! We look forward to hearing from you and helping you make your next celebration and event to remember!
Add Heat to Your Favorite Paella or Naples’ Dish with Artisanal Hot Sauce from Fire & Rice!7/7/2020 Do you like your food hot and spicy? How about a little hot sauce to go with your favorite dish? What about adding hot sauce to your paella? Although Fire & Rice is famous for our award-winning paella, we also make fantastic hot sauce. Of course, our hot sauce pairs nicely with paella, but it also complements just about any dish. Seafood, chicken, pork, vegetables, and more – if you can name it, you can give it some heat. Try Naples’ Original Hot Sauce from Fire & Rice Paella Catering If you’re familiar with Fire & Rice, you know that we use only the finest ingredients when preparing our paella, tapas, and desserts, and we’re passionate about the process. So, it will be no surprise that the same is true for our original hot sauce! When creating our delicious, artisanal hot sauce, we start by blending dried cayenne chiles with vinegar, water, and kosher salt. Next, we let the flavors steep for a week before combining them with fresh tomato, onion, garlic, and paprika. Made in small batches, every ounce of our hot sauce is handcrafted and hand-bottled. If you like hot sauce, we think you’ll really enjoy it.  You’re likely wondering, is it hot? On a scale of 1-10 for heat, our hot sauce is a 7, which means, yes, it’s pretty hot!
If you’ve ever visited Fire & Rice at the farmers’ markets, you know that we always have our hot sauce available to add to your paella, and it gets rave reviews! Come down to the next farmers’ market in Naples and give it a try. We also bring our hot sauce along when we cater Naples’ parties and events, and we accidentally leave a bottle behind. If you found a bottle after a recent celebration, we hope you enjoyed it! If you’d like to purchase a bottle of our artisanal hot sauce, come on down to the farmers’ markets or select it from our pick-up menu online. Do yourself a favor and pick up a bottle – you’ll be hooked! Have your employees been working hard? Do you have a customer or supplier that you appreciate? If you’re looking for a unique way to say thank you to the people you work with, Fire & Rice has the perfect solution for you. We’re offering food truck business lunches in Naples!  Our Naples Food Truck Comes to You Just place your order, and we’ll bring our Naples food truck to your place of business with everything we need to prepare and serve our award-winning paella along with a wonderful salad and dessert. By providing delicious, authentic paella for lunch, you’ll show your appreciation, and your guests will enjoy the well-deserved break in the day. Make sure everyone comes hungry, and let the fun begin! Delicious, Authentic Paella in an Energized Atmosphere After we quickly set up, our Fire & Rice chefs will enthusiastically prepare paella out in front for everyone to see. As people gather around the pans to watch the preparation, they’re encouraged to participate in the process. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone wants a turn!  We use only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain to prepare our Naples’ original paella. Using a traditional paella preparation process, we combine chicken and sausage with imported saffron and Bomba rice in large shallow pans, creating a delicate flavor and texture that’s simply out of this world. As soon as the paella is ready, we call everyone up to the pans and serve them. The warm and inviting communal dining setting is unique and brings people together, creating the perfect environment to foster business relationships. The atmosphere is energized, and the paella is delicious, like nothing you’ve encountered before. When your guests try this magnificent dish for the first time, it will exceed every expectation. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say our paella is the best they’ve ever tasted. Make the Middle of Your Work Day Fun & Exciting with Award-Winning Paella from Fire & RiceOur Naples’ food truck business lunch package includes our traditional chicken and sausage paella, salad, and cookie platters. For just $20 per person, it’s a wonderful treat that everyone will enjoy and remember for years to come. And when we’re done preparing the paella, we clean everything up and leave you to continue with your day. Who could ask for more?
If you’d like to learn more about our new food truck business lunch opportunities in Naples, give us a call at (239) 269-8857 to schedule. We look forward to hearing from you and bringing our Naples’ food truck to you! Make Your Next Celebration an Occasion to Remember with Naples Paella Catering from Fire & Rice6/12/2020 Do you have a special occasion on the horizon? Maybe a wedding, graduation, birthday, or an important anniversary? If you prefer not to go out, consider celebrating your family gathering or event at home with Naples paella catering from Fire & Rice. We’ll help you make your occasion an affair to remember!  At Fire & Rice, we offer delicious, award-winning paella catering while creating an atmosphere that’s fun and exciting for everyone involved. It’s more than delicious food; it’s the ultimate paella experience! Fire & Rice also keep things as easy as possible for the host. We bring everything necessary to prepare the paella and serve your guests, so you don’t have to worry about a thing. You can spend time socializing with your guests, and leave the food, fun, and the atmosphere to us! Fire & Rice of Naples Brings You Authentic Paella Catering While Creating a Fun & Exciting Atmosphere for Everyone to Enjoy When you choose Fire & Rice for your event, your guests will know that they’re in for a treat. As soon as they arrive, they’ll see our chefs enthusiastically preparing paella in large, shallow pans, right out in front for everyone to see. We’re passionate about paella, and it shows!  With the paella preparation as a focal point of the party, guests can mingle while having something exciting to watch and be a part of. As guests begin to gather around the pans, our chefs encourage them to take part in the preparation process, and the energy increases. It’s fun and exciting, and, before you know it, everyone wants a turn! When preparing the paella, we use only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain. As we combine chicken and sausage with imported saffron and Bomba rice, gentle aromas fill the air, touching the senses. The beauty of the dish is undeniable, with a palette of primary colors, and it's the perfect complement to a special occasion.  By using large shallow pans during the preparation process, the ingredients meld together for a delightful flavor and texture like you’ve never encountered before. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say that our paella is the best that they’ve ever tasted.
As soon as the paella is ready, we call everyone up to the pans and serve them. As they come together in a communal dining setting, guests connect in the warm and inviting atmosphere. There’s a feeling of camaraderie as people relish in the sensuality of the experience and the surrounding energy. And when guests take their first bit of our award-winning paella, it exceeds every expectation! If you’re looking for a unique catering alternative for your next celebration or event, consider Naples paella catering from Fire & Rice. Just book your party online or call us at (239) 269-8857 to schedule, and we’ll take care of the rest. It’s really that easy! Throughout our busy season, you can typically find Fire & Rice down at the Third Street Farmers’ Market in Naples on Saturday mornings, serving our award-winning paella right at the center of it all. This year, for the first time, you can find us at the market all summer long!  The Third Street Farmers’ Market is a Naples’ tradition and a must-do if you’re in town. Head down to the market on Saturday mornings from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM, and you’ll find fresh produce, fruit, plants, bagels, flowers, seafood, delicious paella, and more. While you enjoy the market’s many offerings, make sure to stop in at Fire & Rice to pick up some mouth-watering, authentic paella! Fire & Rice has pivoted our business due to COVID-19, and we’ll be offering Naples’ original paella at the Third Street Farmers’ Market all summer long. To ensure the best quality product, we’ll be cooking our paella in our commercial kitchen ahead of time, packaging it, and selling it cold at the market. It takes no time at all to heat it up, and it's as enjoyable as ever. As soon as the market opens this summer, we hope you’ll come down and see us! Naples’ Original Paella - Made from the Finest Ingredients Dating Back to 16th Century Spain At Fire & Rice, we prepare our paella using only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain. By combining chicken and sausage with imported saffron and Bomba rice, we create a gentle flavor and texture that is simply divine. When you taste our paella for the first time, it’s like nothing you’ve encountered before and will exceed all expectations. Many of our clients have traveled all around the world and say our paella is the best they’ve ever tasted.  Fire & Rice of Lansing Brings Authentic Paella to the Fulton Street Farmers’ Market This Summer Up in Michigan, Fire & Rice of Lansing is also hitting the farmers’ market scene. As their busy season is just kicking off, you can find them at the Fulton Street Farmers’ Market on Saturdays from 8 AM to 2 PM. They’ll be right in the middle of all the action, preparing delicious paella out in front for everyone to see. As people gather around, they are encouraged to join in the preparation process. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone wants a turn!  Naples Original Paella for Pickup & Delivery If you can’t make it down to the market, you can still get your paella in Naples! Now, you can order Naples original paella online for pick-up at our commercial kitchen or call us at (239) 269-8857 for delivery. We look forward to sharing our award-winning paella with you!
Are you wondering what to get for your wife this Mother’s Day? We know that sometimes husbands have trouble finding the perfect gift, but one thing you can be sure of is that your wife would appreciate a special meal to mark the occasion – though she likely doesn’t want to be the one to prepare it!  Does that mean you cook something on the grill or whip up something you’ve eaten a hundred times before? While your wife would likely appreciate any kind of break, wouldn’t it be wonderful to surprise her with a dish that’s fun and exciting? Authentic Paella in Naples: A Fun & Exciting Dish for Your Mother’s Day Celebration If you or your wife has never tried paella before, now is the perfect time to do so. Not only is our original paella delicious, it’s a healthy choice, and the presentation is beautiful, with a gorgeous palette of primary colors. You can feel confident that the mom in your life will relish in this exciting dish and remember it for years to come! In the Naples area, people have been raving about our award-winning paella for more than a decade, and now it’s easier to get than ever before! Just visit our website and walk through the process for pickup. When you arrive at our commercial kitchen in Naples, we’ll bring your order right out to your car. It’s safe, quick, easy, and delicious!  If you prefer our delivery option, just call us at (239) 269-8857 to place your order, and we’ll bring your paella to your front door. Because of the way that paella is prepared, please know that, for delivery, we need to bring the paella to you cold. It just takes a minute to heat up, and it’s set to go when you’re ready to serve your special Mother’s Day meal. Naples’ Award-Winning Paella is Made from the Finest Ingredients Made from only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain, our paella is authentic in every sense of the word. Our chefs combine chicken and sausage with saffron and Bomba rice imported from Spain. By fusing the ingredients in large shallow pans, we create gentle aromas, flavors, and textures like you’ve never encountered before. The experience is sensual and delightful. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say our paella is the best they’ve ever tasted. If you’d like to treat your wife or mom to a fun, exciting, and delicious dining experience this Sunday in the comfort of your own home, order our award-winning paella in Naples online for take-out or call us at (239) 269-8857 for delivery. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you give the mom in your life a meal to remember this Mother’s Day! And to all the moms out there: Wishing you a very happy Mother's Day from Fire & Rice!  Book Naples Award-Winning Paella Catering for Your Welcome Back Party This Fall – Scheduling Now!5/4/2020 As Fire & Rice has been busy preparing take-out and delivery orders this spring, our customers tell us that they look forward to returning to the regular routine and enjoying our award-winning paella at parties, events, and the farmers’ markets. The truth is that we can’t wait either! While we’re enjoying the paella pick up and delivery service, we miss interacting with the people of Naples during the fun and exciting catering events that Fire & Rice is known for.  Although snowbirds are heading to their summer locations this time of year, they make sure to get some things in place before they leave. As they look forward to reconnecting with friends when they return to Naples in a few months, lining up a Welcome Back Party for the fall is often at the top of their list. At Fire & Rice, we’re currently booking parties for early fall, so don’t wait too long to secure your spot – we don’t want you to miss out! Make Your Welcome Back Party an Event to Remember with Naples Paella Catering from Fire & Rice If you’re looking for a unique catering alternative for your Welcome Back Party this fall, call Fire & Rice. Not only do we offer exceptional Naples catering services, we provide the ultimate paella experience! The paella is delicious, and the atmosphere is energized and engaging. We also bring everything we need to prepare and serve your guests. Just book your party, and we’ll take care of the rest!  When your guests arrive at a Fire & Rice Welcome Back Party, they’ll know that they’re in for a treat. From the moment they arrive, they’ll see our chefs at the center of it all, enthusiastically preparing our award-winning paella out in front for everyone to see. We’re passionate about paella, and it shows! As our chefs combine the traditional paella ingredients in large shallow pans, they interact with the crowd. People are drawn in, and we invite them to join in the preparation process. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone wants a turn! Using only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain, our paella is authentic in every sense of the word. By combining chicken, sausage, imported saffron, and Bomba rice, we create a gentle flavor and texture, like nothing you’ve ever encountered before. Meat can be swapped out or combined with seafood, and vegan options are also available. There’s something for everyone to enjoy!  When the paella is ready, we call your guests up to the pans and serve them, and everyone comes together in a communal dining setting that is warm and inviting. Your guests will feel at ease as they connect with others, and when they taste our paella for the first time, it will exceed every expectation. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say that our paella is the best they’ve ever had.
If you’re looking to host a fun and exciting Welcome Back Party this fall, call Fire & Rice to schedule your Naples paella catering today at (239) 269-8857, or book your party online. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you make your Welcome Back Party an event to remember! At Fire & Rice, we completely understand that keeping mealtime interesting may pose a challenge these days, and we have a solution for you. Now, Fire & Rice can bring our award-winning paella directly to your front door!  If you’re wondering what to make for lunch or dinner, give Fire & Rice a call at (239)-269-8857 between 10 AM and 6 PM, and we’ll deliver freshly made, original paella to your home. We just require a $20 minimum for delivery orders. It’s safe, quick, easy, and delicious! Even though the farmers’ markets are shut down, we still want you to have your paella. Our chefs are cooking up fresh batches of paella at our licensed and inspected commercial kitchen using the same preparation process that you’ve come to know and love at the farmers’ markets, parties, and events. And if you’ve never tried paella, now is the perfect time to mix it up with a new dining option, brought directly to you.  Authentic Paella in Naples Delivered Right to Your Front Door Our paella is authentic in every sense of the word. When preparing this magnificent dish, we use only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain. By combining chicken and sausage with imported saffron and Bomba rice, we create a gentle, unique flavor and texture that is simply out of this world. When you take your first bite, it will exceed all expectations! Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say that our paella is the best they’ve ever tasted. If you prefer to pick up your paella, we also offer take-out, which is warm. Just go to our website, click pick-up, and place your order. When you’re ready to pick up your order, just drive to our kitchen at 1090 1st Ave S. in Naples, and we can bring your paella right out to your car!  If you’re ready to try a unique delivery or take-out option, call us today at (239)-269-8857 for paella delivery, or go to our website for pick-up. We look forward to sharing our paella with you!
Fire & Rice is still here, and we’re still cooking up the award-winning paella that our clients have been enjoying for more than a decade. And just like many people and businesses during this challenging time, we are adapting to the circumstances.  Anyone familiar with Fire & Rice knows that we are prepared for any situation. After all, you’ve seen us out at the farmers’ markets, at private events, and on the PGA Tour! Whatever the circumstances may be, we are passionate about paella and love sharing this unique dish with the people of Naples. With social distancing at the forefront of everyone’s mind and the farmers’ markets shutting down temporarily, we’re adjusting our paella services to meet the current needs of our clients. When it comes to at-home dining in Naples, you no longer need to worry about a lack of diversity because Fire & Rice has an exciting paella takeout option for you!  Social Distancing & Delicious Food: Order Naples Paella for Pick Up Online & We’ll Bring It Out to Your Vehicle! When you’re planning your meals over the next couple of weeks, you may have concerns that home-cooked meals and run-of-the-mill takeout options could get a little boring and repetitive. To make mealtimes more exciting, Fire & Rice is now offering a unique dining alternative: personal and family-sized paella packages for pick up at our licensed and inspected commercial kitchen, ready for everyone to enjoy! Concerned about waiting in line? Don’t be! Just place your order and the time you want to pick up your paella, and we’ll bring everything out to your vehicle. It’s safe, quick, easy, and delicious! At Fire & Rice, we truly care about our customers and community and are doing our part to flatten the curve. By offering our paella pick-up option for a limited time, we hope to make your meals fun and exciting over the next few weeks while keeping everyone safe.
If you’re ready to enjoy delicious, award-winning paella in the comfort of your own home, go to the Pick Up page on our website and place your order. Then come on down to our catering location at 1090 1st Ave S., Naples, FL 34102, and we’ll bring your paella out to your vehicle. It’s really that easy! The only thing better than enjoying award-winning paella in Naples is to do so while listening to the beautiful music of classical guitarist, John Housley. John plays all genres of music using every type of guitar, but when he entertains at a Fire & Rice party, Flamenco is his music of choice.  For more than thirty-five years, John has been entertaining audiences around the US and abroad with his Spanish guitar, playing uplifting classical arrangements from orchestral composers. As John’s vibrant, creative expression exudes passion and inspiration, it’s no wonder that he’s been delighting audiences of all ages for decades. As luck would have it, John resides in Southwestern Florida, where he performs locally and teaches classical guitar at the Fort Myers Music Academy. When John joins Fire & Rice on the party circuit, we feel very fortunate, as his extraordinary, classical Flamenco music goes hand in hand with the energy that Fire & Rice brings to every event. As one to the best guitarists of our time, John’s exceptional technical skills, depth, and precision will bring a smile to your face and enrich any experience. Enjoy a Unique Catering Experience in Naples with Delicious Paella & Classical Guitar Are you tired of the run-of-the-mill catering fare that you encounter just about everywhere you go? Although people generally enjoy a stuffed mushroom cap and scallops wrapped in bacon, these options lack originality. While you’d like to offer exciting food options at your next party, you want to work with a catering company that you can trust to meet your expectations. How do you know where to turn?  At Fire & Rice, we offer a unique catering experience that’s fun and exciting for everyone involved. Not only do we prepare and serve award-winning paella, we also create an energized atmosphere that people will remember for years to come. When your guests arrive, they’ll see our chefs enthusiastically preparing delicious paella out in front for everyone to see. Using only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain, they’ll combine chicken and sausage with imported saffron and Bomba rice for a unique flavor and textures that are simply out of this world. Meat can be swapped out or combined with seafood, and vegan options are also available, so there’s something for everyone to enjoy. As our chefs prepare the paella, they interact with the crowd, and guests gather around the pans. As the excitement builds, we encourage people to join in the preparation process. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone wants a turn!  The atmosphere at a Fire & Rice party is warm and inviting. As gentle aromas fill the air, beautiful Flamenco music plays in the background, and people come together in the sensual communal dining setting. And when they take their first bite of our award-winning paella, it exceeds every expectation. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say our paella is the best that they’ve ever tasted!
If you’d like guests to enjoy the best paella in Naples at your next party or event, call Fire & Rice today at 239-269-8857 or book your party online. For accompanying Flamenco music from John Housley, classical guitarist, you can also book online. We look forward to helping you make your next party an event people will remember for years to come! During the month of March, Fire & Rice is at the height of the busy season in Naples and Fort Myers. The snowbirds have been enjoying paella at the farmers’ markets for several months now, and the parties and events are in full swing.  In other parts of the country, however, franchises are on a very different schedule. At our northernmost locations in Michigan, winter is relatively quiet, but when the month of March arrives, it’s time to start preparing for the busy season. In the southern states, our franchises cater parties and events all year round, though during the spring, the level of activity ramps up significantly. Paella Catering Franchises Create a Fun & Exciting Atmosphere Everywhere They Go Whether you’re in Central Michigan or the Low Country of South Carolina, Fire & Rice paella catering is catching on like wildfire. Even though the venues in various regions may look very different, our paella concept is tried and true. Both of our Michigan locations are very event-driven while, in Florida, we spend a lot of time catering private parties. In the Hilton Head area, you see more of a mix of parties and festivals, with the Bluffton Seafood and Arts Festival at the top of everybody’s list.  Whether Fire & Rice is catering a private party, part of a large festival, or doing concessions on the PGA tour, you’ll see our chefs out in the center of all the action. Regardless of the venue, we create a fun-filled, interactive experience for food lovers everywhere, like nothing they’ve encountered before. What franchisees from around the country are finding out is that people are looking for unique catering options. The typical fare that you find at parties and events has run its course, and people want to try something new. By preparing award-winning paella and engaging the crowd in a communal dining setting, Fire & Rice hits the mark and more.  Not only do we bring a unique dining option to the table, we offer the ultimate paella experience. Our chefs enthusiastically prepare our award-winning paella out in front for everyone to see and engage the crowd in the process. We’re passionate about paella, and it shows!
As people gather around the pans, we encourage them to join in the paella preparation. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone wants a turn. During the process, you’ll hear laughter and see smiles all around. It’s a joyful experience that people will remember for many years to come. When the paella is ready, people come together with a sense of camaraderie to share in this magnificent dish. The paella experience is a sensual one, with the beauty of the meal itself and gentle aromas filling the air. And once you sit down and take your first bite, it exceeds all expectations. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say that our paella is the best that they’ve ever tasted. If you like food and people, and you’re interested in learning more about our paella catering franchise opportunities, contact Fire & Rice founder, Chef Paul Schmidgall, at 239-269-8857. He’d love to talk to you! Are you craving paella? If so, you can find Fire & Rice down at the local farmers’ markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays, cooking up our award-winning paella out in front for everyone to see. Whether paella is part of your weekly routine or you’re ready to try it for the first time, we hope you’ll come down to the markets and join in the fun! 3rd Street Farmers’ Market Saturdays, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM Marco Island Farmers’ Market Wednesdays, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM  We realize that sometimes it can be a challenge to get down to the market in time for our first batch of paella. But now, with our online pre-ordering process in place, you never have to miss out on paella again! Just click the pre-order tab on our website, make your selection, and let us know if you want to pick up your paella on Wednesday or Saturday. This way, we’ll be sure to put some paella aside for you before we run out. It’s really that easy! If you’ve never tried paella before, head down to the farmers’ markets and visit Fire & Rice! There, you’ll see our chefs enthusiastically preparing delicious paella in large, shallow pans, usually drawing a crowd. We’re passionate about paella, and it shows!  Our chefs engage the crowd in the preparation process, and, before you know it, everyone wants a turn. It’s a fun and exciting experience, and people can’t get enough of it. When preparing our paella, we use only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain. By carefully combining chicken and sausage with imported saffron and Bomba rice, we create a gentle flavor and texture that’s like nothing you’ve encountered before. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say that our paella is the best they’ve ever tasted. Look Who’s Helping Out with the Naples’ Paella Catering Food Truck! Last winter, Nick Neveau, owner of the Lansing and Ann Arbor, MI franchises, spent some time with us on the paella circuit during his slower time of year. This year, his mother, Marsha, and brother, Tony, are in town helping us out during our busy season, and we’re happy to say they’ll be with us well into the month of April!  So next time you head down to the farmers’ markets, look for our Naples food truck and come say hello. And to make things as easy as possible, don’t forget to pre-order your paella online – just remember to pick it up before the market closes. We hope you’ll come down and join in the fun!
When you purchase a franchise, not only are you running your own business, you’re also buying a business model. Since the model has been successful in various locations, it makes sense that it would work in your territory as well. But as strong as the business model may be, you can’t rely on it entirely. For your franchise to be successful, it’s critical for the franchise owner to put in the work and make some key things happen.  The same is true for running a Fire & Rice paella franchise. If you’re considering owning a paella franchise, here are four things you can do to set your business up for success: 1. Be Passionate About Your Product or ServicePassion for your product or service starts at the top and trickles down through your employees to the customers. When it comes to the paella catering business, it’s important to like food and being around people. To create the ultimate paella experience, Fire & Rice brings an energized atmosphere everywhere we go. Not only do we prepare award-winning paella, we also interact with the crowd in a communal dining setting that’s fun and exciting for everyone involved. It’s an experience we want our clients to remember for years to come. We’re passionate about paella, and it shows! 2. Hire the Right Staff to Support Your EffortsOnce your business starts to grow, hiring the right staff is essential to the success of your franchise and brand. Fire & Rice projects a positive, energized image that spells out F-U-N. By hiring enthusiastic people who can connect with others, you’ll be able to provide an atmosphere that is both fun and exciting, and the Fire &Rice concept will spread like wildfire throughout your community.  3. Take Full Advantage of the Tools Provided by the FranchisorOver the last ten years, Fire & Rice founder, Chef Paul Schmidgall, has been perfecting the tools for franchisee success. He has a proven business model and has learned what works as well as what doesn’t work when it comes to building a paella franchise. By taking full advantage of the tools that are in place, you can utilize your time efficiently and focus on growing your business. 4. Network, Network, Network!Like in any other business, networking in your community is critical. Join professional organizations, such as the chamber of commerce and small business owner groups. Forming relationships in the business community will be a great resource when you’re looking for direction or insight, or to share ideas. And don’t forget about networking with friends and family! The people who are the closest to you will want to support your endeavors and refer you to others. Fire & Rice Offers Comprehensive Training for New Paella Franchise Owners At Fire & Rice, we do everything we can to set new franchise owners up for success. Since we’ve been in the paella business for more than a decade, we’ve learned a few things along the way. We want our franchise owners to learn from our successes as well as our mistakes.  Fire & Rice offers a comprehensive training process for all new franchisees. Before opening a location, each new franchisee spends about a month at our original paella location in Naples, learning the business first-hand. From running parties and events to discussing strategies for growing your business, you’ll experience it all. With the right knowledge and tools under your belt, you’ll be ready to take the business and run with it!
If you’d like to learn more about running a paella franchise, call Chef Paul Schmidgall at (239) 269-8857. He’d love to talk to you! |
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