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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!
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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! The Chubb Classic PGA Champion’s Tour takes place at the Classics Country Club at Lely Resort February 10-16, 2020. For 33 years. Naples has been home to this prestigious event and seen the world’s greatest golf legends compete time and again. In 2019, Miguel Angel Jimenez took the title, and we look forward to watching the excitement this year as golf’s strongest competitors battle it out for the championship.  Over the years, the Chubb Classic has partnered with 30 local charities as well as community partners, including The First Tee of Naples/Collier, Champions for Learning, and The First Tee of Philadelphia, to raise $3.5 million for charity. The dedication of fans, volunteers, charitable partners, and community partners has transformed the Chubb Classic from what was once a small golf event into a world-class tournament. Enjoy Award-Winning Paella at the Chubb Classic in Naples, FL for the 5th Year in a Row The Taste of SW Florida at the Chubb Classic February 14-16, 2020, 2 PM – 5 PM Taste of SW Florida is a three-day, fun-filled festival that runs in conjunction with the Chubb Classic, where golf fans can enjoy unlimited samples of the area’s finest cuisine along with craft beer, wine, and spirits. Each ticket includes ground access to the Chubb Classic for the selected day. Tickets are currently $50 but increase to $60 on February 10, so get yours today!  For the fifth year in a row, Fire & Rice will be right in the middle of all the action, enthusiastically cooking up batches of our award-winning paella in large, shallow pans out in front for everyone to see. As our chefs prepare the ingredients, patrons gather around the pans, and the excitement builds. We interact with the crowd and invite people to join in the preparation process. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone wants to join in! When preparing our paella, we use only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain. As we fuse chicken and sausage with imported saffron and Bomba rice, gentle aromas fill the air, touching the senses. The beauty, flavor, and texture of this magnificent dish are like nothing you’ve encountered before, and when you take your 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 experience exquisite food in a communal dining setting that’s fun and exciting for everyone involved, come on down to the Taste of SW Florida in Naples this February 14-16, try our delicious paella, and join in the fun! We look forward to seeing you there!
Join Fire & Rice at the Naples Craft Beer Festival on March 7th and come hungry! At this premier event, you’ll be able to enjoy delicious fare from more than 15 local restaurants and over 40 breweries from across the country and around the world. Make sure to purchase tickets in advance because they won’t be sold at the festival. There are only a few tickets remaining, so make sure to get yours soon!  With a vast assortment of craft beer and delicious food, it’s no surprise that the Naples Craft Beer Festival is one of the area’s most popular events. Presented by the Naples North Rotary Club, 100% of the proceeds go to charity, benefiting projects of the Naples North Rotary Club Foundation. If you’re a fan of great beer, you don’t want to miss the Naples Craft Beer Festival, where you’ll find the most sought after selections of toasty, malty, nutty, hoppy, fruity, and crisp brews in the world! As you sample the tasty suds, you can enjoy fantastic food and live music from local bands, including the ever-popular Ben Allen band. It’s a beer lover’s dream come true!  Naples Paella Catering & Craft Beer: A Mouth-Watering Combination What complements great beer? Great food! At the festival, the most talented chefs from the best local restaurants will be creating dishes for everyone to enjoy. Each restaurant will pair a dish with a craft beer and compete for the People’s Choice and Brewer’s Choice for best pairing. Make sure to come down and sample the paella and craft beer combination from Fire & Rice! When you see Fire & Rice at the festival, you’ll know there’s fun to be had. You’ll find our chefs cooking up our award-winning paella in large, shallow pans right out in front for everyone to see. As we encourage people to join in the paella preparation process, we usually draw a crowd. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone wants a turn. We hope you’ll visit us at the festival and join in the fun!  At Fire & Rice, we’re passionate about paella, and it shows. Using only the finest ingredients from 16th Century Spain, our chefs enthusiastically combine chicken and sausage with imported saffron and Bomba rice for a gentle texture and flavor that’s simply divine. And when you taste our paella, 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’d like to learn more about Naples paella catering from Fire & Rice for your own party or event, call us at (239) 269-8857 or book your party online. We look forward to hearing from you! Franchising your business can be exciting, but it can also be complicated. As a franchisor, you need to keep evolving within the framework of your business model while managing the many moving pieces that contribute to the success of the brand. All the while, you need to network, build relationships, and connect with your peers so that you can keep learning and continue to grow your business.  When building a franchise, some of the best learning opportunities come from other franchisors who have been in your shoes before and can offer strategies for growth and overcoming challenges. This is the exact reason why Chef Paul Schmidgall, founder of the booming Fire & Rice franchise, is headed to the International Franchise Association Convention in Orlando this February. Chef Paul Schmidgall Looks Forward to IFA Networking & Educational Opportunities The IFA works to advance the future of franchising while advocating for and protecting its members and their businesses. When you’re a member of the IFA, you are part of a franchising community where people learn from one another through networking and mentoring opportunities. The IFA also motivates members with tools and solutions that set you up for success while offering support at every stage of franchise development through events, programs, and other resources.  During the convention, Chef Paul looks forward to participating in networking events and educational sessions, including summits, learning labs, receptions, roundtables, and more. There, he will connect with top-tier success stories and learn how to overcome shared challenges. This year, the lineup of keynote speakers at the convention includes Simon Sinek, author of The Infinite Game, who will ask the question, how do we win if there is no end? Sinek says, you can’t win, but you must know how to outlast your competitors. Also speaking is Kevin Hochman, President and Chief Concept Officer of KFC US, who will share an inside look at how the brand re-established itself, and former NFL athlete Trent Shelton, who will discuss what motivates you for success and how to break free of toxic environments. It’s going to be an exciting and rewarding three days!  Paella Catering Franchise Opportunities Are you considering owning and running a franchise? If you like food and interacting with people, owning a Fire & Rice may be the right opportunity for you! If you’d like to learn more about our paella catering franchise opportunities, call Chef Paul today at (239) 269-8857. He’d love to talk with you!
We’re excited to announce that Fire & Rice has added another farmers’ market to our weekly rotation. Now you can find us on Thursdays from 9 AM – 1 PM at the River District Farmers’ Market in downtown Fort Myers. We’ll be there every Thursday morning, cooking up our award-winning paella right out in front for everyone to see. We hope that you’ll come down and see us and join in the fun!  About the River District Farmers’ Market in Fort Myers Formerly known as the Downtown Farmers’ Market, the Fort Myers River District Farmers’ Market is the oldest farmers’ market in Lee County. In 1995, the Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency organized the market so that local vendors could rent inexpensive, convenient spaces and sell their wares directly to customers at reasonable prices. The concept took off, and the market has been a fixture in Fort Myers ever since.  The number and variety of vendors has expanded over the years, and now you can find people bustling about in search of the perfect local products, including produce, organics, tasty baked goods, smoothies, nuts, pickles, BBQ, cheese, fresh cut flowers, Essential Oils, coffee, and, now, paella! It’s a lively place, particularly in season, and a great place to visit for breakfast or lunch. Enjoy Naples’ Original Paella at the Fort Myers Farmers’ Market At River District Farmers’ Market, you’ll find Fire & Rice at the center of all the activity enthusiastically preparing delicious paella in large, shallow pans out in front for everyone to see. We’re passionate about paella, and it shows! Our chefs interact with the crowd and encourage people to join in the preparation process. It’ fun and exciting, and everyone wants a turn!  Using only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain, our chefs combine chicken and sausage with imported saffron and Bomba rice for a delicious flavor and texture you can’t deny. The paella is a beautiful palette of primary colors, and gentle aromas fill the air, touching all the senses. People come together and delight in this unique culinary experience, and when they taste our paella, it exceeds 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’ve never tried paella before, the time is now! Come down to the Fort Myers River District Farmers’ Market this Thursday in Centennial Park and visit Fire & Rice. Just look for our food truck and come say hello. If you can’t get there early, you can pre-order our original paella online, and we’ll put some aside for you before we run out. Just make sure to pick up your paella before the market closes. We hope to see you there! If you’d like to learn more about Naples’ original paella or are interested in our paella catering services, contact Fire & Rice at (239) 269-8857 or book your party online! We look forward to hearing from you! When you’re considering investing in a franchise opportunity, you may toss around various concepts in your mind and undergo significant research. Once you’ve contemplated business models and growth opportunities, there are some important questions you’ll need to ask yourself: Can I see myself doing this every day? Is this something I will enjoy? Do I have the right background to be successful?  Even without diving into the Fire & Rice business model, it’s clear that preparing amazing paella and interacting with people at private parties and various venues are fundamental to business operations. If you like food and enjoy interacting with people regularly, Fire & Rice may be the right opportunity for you. What It Takes to Run a Paella Catering Franchise You may wonder if you need to be a classically trained chef to run a Fire & Rice paella catering franchise successfully. The answer is, no. While some Fire & Rice franchises are owned by chefs, most are not. In fact, our franchise owners come from varying backgrounds, including the military, the communications industry, and, not surprisingly, the restaurant business.  At Fire & Rice, we give you all the tools you need to prepare our award-winning paella. If you enjoy cooking and being around food, you have what it takes to prepare this delicious, traditional dish. When you come on board as a franchisee, you’ll have everything you need to operate the business. With more than a decade of experience behind us, you’ll have the advantage of learning from our successes as well as our mistakes. We’ve done all the hard work. All you need to do is take the business and run with it.  Our new franchisee training is phenomenal. New franchisees spend approximately one month at our original location in Naples, Florida. There, you train with Fire & Rice founder, Chef Paul Schmidgall, to learn the day-to-day operations of the business and strategize for growth in your territory.
Chef Paul is highly invested in his franchises. Once training is complete, he’s there to support you in your venture. Chef Paul even travels to locations throughout the year to lend a helping hand during the busy season. If you’d like to learn more about Fire & Rice paella catering franchise opportunities, contact Chef Paul today at (239) 269-8857. He’d love to talk with you! Naples Paella Catering is in Full Swing this January & People Are Having the Time of Their Lives1/14/2020 January kicks off the height of paella season, and we couldn’t be happier to see all the friendly, familiar faces down at the farmers’ market and on the party circuit. Now that all the snowbirds are back in town, everyone’s excited to reconnect and enjoy their time together during the best months of the year.  What’s the most enjoyable way to reconnect with friends in Naples this January? By hosting a Fire & Rice party, of course. Our parties are a unique twist on catering in a communal dining setting that’s fun and exciting for everyone involved. Not only is our paella delicious, but our chefs create an energized atmosphere wherever we go. The experience is fun and unique, something that your guests will remember for years to come. Fire & Rice: A Unique Twist on Naples Catering For more than a decade, Fire & Rice has been catering private parties and events in the Naples’ area, and each experience is unforgettable. From the moment guests arrive, they know they’re in for a treat. They watch our chefs enthusiastically prepare award-winning paella in large, shallow pans right out in front for everyone to see, and energy fills the room. We’re passionate about paella, and it shows!  As guests greet each other and socialize, they watch us with interest and gradually move toward the pans. Our chefs engage the guests and encourage them to participate in the preparation process. The excitement builds, and everyone wants to join in on the fun. Smiles are abundant, and laughter is all around. People love being part of the paella preparation process! When the paella is ready, we call the guests up to the pans and serve them. The communal dining experience is warm and inviting, and people feel a sense of camaraderie as they connect over a meal that they helped create. It’s a comfortable and sensual experience, with beautiful food, gentle aromas, and divine flavors like you’ve never encountered before.  Authentic Paella Made from the Finest Ingredients At Fire & Rice, our paella is authentic in every sense of the word. We use only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain, and our preparation process is steeped in tradition. By combining chicken and sausage with imported saffron and Bomba rice, we create delightful flavors and textures that are simply out of this world. We can swap out the meat with seafood or combine the two, and vegan options are also available. There’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Whether you serve Mixta Paella, Paella Valencia, or Paella de Marisco, your guests will delight in a culinary experience like never before. Tapas are also available as well as dessert! If you’re looking for a unique alternative to traditional catering fare, contact Fire & Rice today at (239) 269-8857 to learn more about our Naples catering, or book your party online! We look forward to helping you celebrate with your friends this season! Are you interested in becoming your own boss and taking control of your destiny? If so, you may consider owning a franchise. Purchasing a franchise eliminates the risks of developing products, operations, and branding. Of course, to be successful, you need to find a rock-solid business model as well as a franchisor who will expertly guide you year after year.  Fire & Rice Paella Franchise Provides Exceptional Hands-On Training to Prepare Franchisees for the Marketplace Fire & Rice has been in the paella business for more than a decade. We’ve finely-tuned our business model and have successful franchise locations throughout the US. Our goal is for new franchisees to be prepared as possible prior to launching their business. We want them to learn from our successes well as well as our mistakes. Over the years, we’ve figured out what works and what doesn’t work when it comes to growing a paella catering business in various US markets. With this knowledge and ongoing guidance from the franchisor, new franchisees have the tools to jump-start their business effectively. We’ve done all the work -- you just take the business and run with it!  When a new franchisee comes on board, we take special care to ensure that they’re trained on every facet of the paella business. For approximately one month, each new franchisee learns the day-to-day operations first-hand at our original paella catering location in Naples, FL. During that time, Fire & Rice founder, Chef Paul Schmidgall, works directly with each franchisee to ensure that they have everything they need to transition to their territory. Is a Paella Franchise Right for You? When considering a franchise, you need to take a hard look at what you like to do. At Fire & Rice, one of the biggest pieces of the job is interacting with people. We spend a lot of our time at farmers’ markets, festivals, private parties, and corporate events, preparing our award-winning paella and energizing the crowd. It’s fun and exciting, and people can’t get enough of it!
If you’re considering franchise ownership and would like to learn more about our paella franchise opportunities, call us today at 239-269-8857. We’d love to talk to you! Enjoy Authentic Paella in a Fun & Exciting Communal Dining Setting at the Naples’ Farmer’s Markets12/26/2019 Paella is “passion in a pan,” and no one knows that better than the people who frequent the Naples’ farmers’ markets November through April. Whether you visit the Third Street Farmers’ Market on Saturday mornings or the Marco Island Farmers’ Market on Wednesday mornings, you’ll see people lining up early to get the first batch of mouth-watering paella from Fire & Rice and join in the fun.  The Ultimate Paella Experience in Naples Have you ever tried authentic paella? If not, now is the time to head down to the Naples’ farmers’ markets to take part in the ultimate paella experience. Whether you're eight or eighty-five, you’ll delight in the atmosphere of our communal dining setting, and when you taste our paella, it will exceed every expectation. When you see Fire & Rice, you’ll immediately know that you’re in for a treat. Our chefs will be right at the center of the action, enthusiastically preparing award-winning paella in large, shallow pans out in front for everyone to see. The beauty of the dish is undeniable, with a palette of primary colors, and gentle aromas fill the air, creating a sensual experience for everyone involved.  Fire & Rice chefs energize the farmer’s market, and people are drawn to our enthusiasm. As people gather around the pans, we invite them to participate in the paella preparation. It’s fun and exciting, and soon enough, everyone wants a turn! Using only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain, our chefs combine chicken, sausage, imported Bomba rice, Spanish saffron, roasted peppers, and peas for an exquisite 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 they’ve ever tasted.  If you can’t make it down to the farmers’ markets early, don’t worry! You can pre-order paella online. Let us know if you’ll be picking it up at the Third Street Farmers’ Market or the Marco Island Farmers’ Market, and we’ll set some aside for you before we run out. Just be sure to pick up your paella before the market closes!
Are you still contemplating what to serve for New Year’s Eve? For something exciting and easy, pre-order delicious paella in Naples for December 31st. Our party packs feed 6-8 people, and people can’t say enough good things! Chef Paul Schmidgall brought his paella catering concept to the US more than a decade ago, and it caught on like wildfire. Starting with a location in Naples, FL, he found great success and began expanding into other territories. Now, he has multiple franchise locations throughout the country, and people can’t get enough of his award-winning paella. But what was the inspiration behind it all that motivated Chef Paul to take the leap into the franchise world? While visiting a small island off the coast of Spain more than two decades ago, Chef Paul learned how to cook paella by watching an elderly woman prepare the dish on Sunday afternoons. She showed him her process, from cleaning the fish, shellfish, and prawns to lighting the fire and using the proper kind of rice. She wanted to pass her knowledge onto him, and he was eager to learn. It was at that moment that Chef Paul knew he wanted to bring the paella communal dining experience from Europe to the US. Chef Paul had classical culinary training under his belt as well as a passion for people. He wanted to own his own company and be in control of his destiny, and he did just that. Not only did Chef Paul’s business concept consist of fantastic food, he created the ultimate paella experience! After successfully building his Naples’ location, Chef Paul saw a national market for paella catering and started franchising. With locations around the country, Fire & Rice has been captivating crowds everywhere ever since! The Paella Catering Concept Fire & Rice offers a unique catering experience. Wherever we go, people know there’s fun to be had. Our chefs enthusiastically prepare paella in large pans out in front for everyone to see. We bring energy to every event, and people are drawn to our enthusiasm. As people gather around the pans, we encourage them to participate in the preparation process. Before you know it, everyone wants a turn!  Our award-winning paella is delightful, like nothing you’ve encountered before. Using only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain, we combine chicken, sausage, and saffron with Bomba rice for a gentle flavor and texture that is simply divine. Meat can be swapped out or combined with seafood, and vegan dishes are also available. Whether it’s Mixta Paella, Paella Valenciana, or Paella de Marisco, the dish will exceed every expectation. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say it’s the best paella they’ve ever had. Owning a Paella Catering Franchise Owning and operating a paella catering franchise is a flexible, scalable business. One night you may be catering a party for 20, and the next day your preparing paella at an event for 200. Whether you’re at a private party, farmers’ market, festival, or other events, you prepare fantastic food and engage the crowd. It’s fun and exciting, and people can’t get enough of it.  Over the years, we’ve fine-tuned our process. We’ve developed the best ways to both run and expand the business and learned from mistakes along the way. Now that we’ve put in the hard work, franchisees can take the business and run with it!
If you want to take control of your destiny and provide a fun and exciting culinary experience for people in your area, Fire & Rice might be the right opportunity for you. To learn more about our paella catering franchise opportunities, call us at (239) 269-8857. We’d love to speak with you! Over the holidays, the warm weather in Naples makes it an attractive place for friends and family to visit. If you live in the area, you could very likely have out-of-town guests this time of year. With school vacations and families taking time off between Christmas and New Year’s, you may even be hosting a houseful!  While you look forward to getting everyone together, you want to make sure that your guests have a spectacular visit. Since a big focus is placed on food this time of year, it’s important to plan your dining experiences ahead of time. There’s lots of the dining opportunities in the area, but you’d like to try something new and exciting. What can you do to show your guests the time of their lives? Wow Friends & Family with Naples Paella Catering from Fire & Rice Fire & Rice offers a unique catering experience that’s fun and exciting for everyone involved. Our chefs enthusiastically prepare our award-winning paella in large shallow pans out for everyone to see, creating an energized atmosphere. A feeling of anticipation spreads through the room, and guests can’t wait to see what’s next. We’re passionate about paella, and it shows! During the preparation process, gentle aromas fill the air, touching the senses. Guests are drawn to our enthusiasm as well as the beauty of the dish, and the excitement builds. As guests gather around the pans, we encourage them to participate in the preparation process. People jump in, and soon everyone wants a turn! The experience is interactive and special, and your guests will remember it for years to come.  Our paella is authentic, with ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain. We combine chicken, sausage, saffron, and Bomba rice with roasted peppers and peas for a delicate flavor, like nothing you’ve encountered before. Whether it’s Mixta Paella, Paella Valencia, or Paella de Marisco, your guests will delight in the divine flavors and textures. Meat ingredients can be switched out for seafood, and vegan paella is also available. By offering paella for varying palettes and preferences, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Paella in a Communal Dining Setting that Exceeds All Expectations When the paella is ready, we invite your guests up to the pans and serve them. People come together in the communal dining setting that is both warm and inviting. As guests connect and share stories, they get ready to take their first bite of paella. And when they do, it exceeds every expectation. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say our paella is the best they’ve ever tasted.  While the holidays are a busy time of year, Fire & Rice make things easy on the host. We’ll arrive about an hour before you’re ready to begin your celebration with everything we need to prepare and serve your guests. You just book your party online, and we take care of the rest. It’s really that simple!
If you’d like to learn more about Naples paella catering from Fire & Rice, give us a call at (239) 269-8857 or book your party online. We look forward to hearing from you! Also, New Year’s Eve is right around the corner, so don’t forget to pre-order your paella! The World’s Largest Food Truck Rally 10th Anniversary Saturday, November 30 – Sunday, December 1, 2019 Coachman Park Clearwater, Florida  It’s been more than five years since Generation Food Truck (GFT) owners, Jeremy and Candy Gomez, set the Guinness World Record for the Largest Parade of Food Trucks with 121 vehicles at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, Florida. Ever since this amazing event, food truck rallies have continued to grow in popularity around the country. This weekend, GFT will be at Coachman Park in Clearwater, Florida, along with Fire & Rice and 200-plus food trucks from all over the US, intent on breaking the record. In fact, the event has the potential to break two other world records:
Visit the Fire & Rice Paella Catering Franchise for the Ultimate Paella Experience Our paella catering franchise is fired up for this record-breaking food truck event! You’ll see our chefs right down in the center of it all, cooking up our award-winning paella in large shallow pans out in front for everyone to see. Using only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain, we’ll combine chicken, sausage, and saffron with Bomba rice for flavors and textures that are out of this world. Many of our clients have traveled all around the world and say that our paella is the best they’ve ever tasted. Whenever you see Fire and Rice, you know that you’re in for a treat. We’re passionate about paella, and it shows. We typically draw a crowd, and as people gather around the pans, we encourage them to take part in the preparation process. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone wants to join in.  When you’re a part of the Fire & Rice communal dining experience, you can feel the energy. It’s warm and inviting, and it brings people together. Come on down and be part of the ultimate paella experience at the rally. It will be something you’ll remember for years to come! Fire & Rice will be represented at the rally by Nick Neveau, owner of the Lansing and Ann Arbor, Michigan locations, and his team. Nick has been fascinated by the food truck scene for as long as he can remember, and after spending many years in the food industry, he’s now living out his dream. If you’re interested in learning more about Fire & Rice paella catering franchise opportunities, call Fire & Rice founder, Chef Paul Schmidgall, at (239) 269-8857 or complete our online contact form. We’d love to work with you! When you think of Thanksgiving dinner, turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, and pie are typically the first dishes that come to mind. While you may have enjoyed the traditional Thanksgiving meal over the years, it’s fun to mix things up. This year, families in Naples are taking a different approach to Thanksgiving dinner. Instead of serving the traditional fare, they’re hosting Fire & Rice parties. Not only will their guests enjoy a fabulous meal, they’ll delight in the ultimate paella experience!  Celebrating the Holidays with Paella in NaplesThanksgiving is a time for friends and family to come together and enjoy each other’s company. What better way to celebrate than with authentic, award-winning paella? Families in Naples agree! At Fire & Rice, we’re excited to share our delicious paella during holiday celebrations this year. We can’t wait to interact with families and their guests while creating a wonderful ambiance for everyone to enjoy. We’re passionate about paella, and it shows! When the guests arrive, they’ll see our chefs enthusiastically preparing our delicious paella in large, shallow pans out in front for everyone to see. The paella is beautiful, a palette of primary colors, and gentle aromas fill the air, touching all the senses.  During the paella preparation, the excitement builds, and people are drawn to the pans. As guests gather around, our chefs encourage them to be a part of the preparation process. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone wants a turn! Using only the finest ingredients from 16th Century Spain, our chefs carefully combine chicken, sausage, and saffron with Bomba rice, creating delicate flavors and textures that are simply divine. The meat can be switched out or combined with seafood, and vegan options are also available, so there’ something for everyone to enjoy. When the paella is ready, our chefs invite everyone up to the pans and serve them. Guests come together in the warmth of the communal dining experience and connect. It’s a special time for everyone involved, something to remember for years to come. And when guests take their first bite of 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 Makes Things Easy for the HostWe all look forward to sharing special moments with friends and family over the Thanksgiving holiday, but let’s face it, sometimes it can be a little stressful for the host. Often, you’re not just talking hours of preparation; you’re talking days. From making the house look just right to perfecting your grandma’s stuffing recipe, it can all be a little overwhelming. Thanksgiving can be a little chaotic, but it doesn’t have to be!
When you host a Fire & Rice party, we make things as easy on the host as possible. It’s important to us that you are able to enjoy the festivities as well! Fire & Rice arrives at your home about an hour before your party with everything we need to prepare and serve your guests. All you have to do is book your party, and we’ll take care of the rest. It’s really that simple! If you’d like to host a Fire & Rice party and enjoy award-winning paella in Naples this holiday season, call us today at (239) 269-8857 or book your party online. Also, make sure to pre-order your paella pick-up for New Year’s Eve! We hope you and your family have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving! More than a decade ago, Chef Paul Schmidgall brought his paella concept to Naples, and it caught on like wildfire. His catering food truck business was different than anything else the Naples area had to offer, and people couldn’t get enough. In no time, customers were lining up at the local farmers’ markets early in the morning to get a taste of his first batch of paella. Soon, the company began catering private parties at people’s homes and corporate functions. Now, you can find Fire & Rice at events throughout the region, including the PGA Tour.  It wasn’t long before Chef Paul decided to franchise the business. His concept was so appealing that you can now find multiple Fire & Rice locations across the country. As the existing franchises continue to grow, the timing is right for Chef Paul to shift his focus to Fire & Rice franchise development. The next areas for expansion are in the Southeast and Midwest markets. Back in Naples, Colleen Connolly will manage Fire & Rice-Naples Original Paella. But, it’s not like you’ll never see Chef Paul again. He’ll still be involved! Why Consider a Fire & Rice Paella Catering Franchise? Fire & Rice is a very duplicatable, scalable business that has found success in a variety of markets throughout the US. As a franchisor, we provide you with all the tools that you need to run the business, and our training process is exceptional. The franchise owner of the Ann Arbor and Lansing locations, Nick Neveau, says, “The support that the franchisees receive from Paul is second-to-none…Phenomenal.”  Each new franchisee comes down to Naples for a month to learn the business and receive hands-on training. From paella preparation and catering to marketing and growing the business, each franchisee learns from our positive experiences as well as our mistakes. When franchisees return home and start up in their territory, they’ve been able to transfer this knowledge and hit the ground running.  Our existing franchisees have varying business backgrounds; some are master chefs, while others have never cooked outside the home. They were all looking for a new opportunity and wanted to be in control of their destiny. And just like most people, they wanted to be excited to go to work every day!
If you’d like to learn more about our paella catering franchise opportunities, call Chef Paul at (239) 269-8857 or visit our website to request information. We look forward to hearing from you and sharing our experiences. The local farmers’ markets are officially open, and we couldn’t be more excited. We love being in the middle of all the excitement and connecting with our customers every week. There’s nothing better than interacting with the crowd, serving up our delicious paella, and seeing all the smiles!  Third Street Farmers’ Market in Naples The Third Street Famers’ Market in Naples runs all year long, but we decided to kick off our market season a month early on Saturday, November 2nd. The market will be open every Saturday from 7:30-11:30 am through the middle of April. Located on Third Street South between Broad Avenue South and 13th Avenue South, the market offers delicious seafood, cheeses, pastas, grass-fed beef, jams, prepared foods, and, of course, award-winning paella from Fire & Rice! You’ll find our Naples’ food truck at the Third Street Farmers’ Market each week during the season. This past Saturday, so many people came out to enjoy our paella. We got to see so many of our customers – it was an absolute delight. Marco Island Farmers’ Market Another local tradition is the Marco Island Farmers’ Market, which officially opened on Wednesday, November 13th. The market is located at Veterans’ Community Park and is open from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays through the middle of April. You’ll find fresh fruit, seafood, honey, sauces, chocolate, fresh flowers, exotic jewelry, soaps, local artwork, and so much more.  Each week, you’ll find Fire & Rice at the market, right at the center of all the action. This past Wednesday, it was so wonderful to see all the smiling faces returning to the market. We love having the opportunity to serve our customers on a regular basis through the busy season. It’s a wonderful time for all. The Fire & Rice Naples Food Truck is a Time-Honored Tradition at the Local Farmers’ Markets For more than a decade, Fire & Rice has been enthusiastically preparing paella at the local farmers’ markets. Each season, we look forward to the markets opening and making them part of our weekly routine. If you have yet to try our mouth-watering paella, the time is now. Come down to either of the markets, look for our Naples’ food truck, and say hello!  You’ll see our chefs cooking our paella in large pans right out in front for everyone to see. Our enthusiasm typically draws a crowd, and everyone gathers around. We encourage people to be a part of the paella preparation. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone wants to join in!
Using only the finest ingredients imported from 16th Century Spain, our chefs combine chicken, sausage, and saffron with Bomba rice for a flavor and texture that is simply divine. Many of our clients travel all over the world and say our paella is the best they’ve ever tasted. People come down to the markets early in the morning to taste the first batch of our delicious paella. If you can’t make it down early, don’t worry! Now, you can pre-order our paella online, and we’ll put some aside for you. Just make sure to pick up your paella before the market closes. If you’re looking for a fun and exciting Naples food truck experience for your next party or event, contact Fire & Rice at (239) 269-8857 or book your party online. In the meantime, we look forward to seeing you at the markets! On August 31, 2019, Edward Pearson, a United States Army veteran, died in Naples, Florida at the age of 80. It was understood that he had no immediate family, and community members were concerned that he was going to be buried alone. Funeral director, Michael Hoyt, published the following sentence in a local newspaper: This veteran has no immediate family, and all are welcome to attend. When news of the open service hit social media, the response was overwhelming. Quickly, Pearson’s obituary went viral, and both U.S. Senator Marco Rubio and CNN host Jake Tapper tweeted about the story.  More Than 2,000 Head to Sarasota FL to Pay Their Respects The funeral was scheduled for October 1, 2019 at 12:30 pm in an open-air pavilion at the Sarasota National Cemetery in Sarasota, Florida, and hundreds of people in the region said that they were planning to attend. In Naples, a city with many retirees and veterans, residents were ready to make the trip to Sarasota to honor Pearson’s life. Fire & Rice founder, Chef Paul Schmidgall, also a military veteran, and his colleague, Colleen Connolly, made the trip to show their respects. “No veteran should be laid to rest alone.” U.S. Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient, William Bowman, told the Associated Press, “You know what? There’s no way I’m going to let him do this alone. I’ve never met the man. But he’s a veteran and he’s a brother of mine.”  Remarkably, more than 2,000 people showed up to attend the funeral, most of who had never met Pearson. Patty Thrasher, Pearson’s friend, commented to the AP, “I think he would have just totally been in tears. He’s looking down and probably crying his heart out.”
From 1962-1964, Pearson served in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged. Public records say that he later became an engineer and worked at Marriott Hotel Services Inc. Upon his death, no family members claimed his body, but his good friend took care of the funeral arrangements. Sources: https://www.armytimes.com/veterans/2019/10/01/public-invited-to-florida-funeral-for-army-veteran-who-had-no-family/ https://www.armytimes.com/veterans/2019/10/01/2000-plus-attend-funeral-of-florida-veteran-with-no-kin/ https://www.simplemost.com/more-than-2000-people-showed-up-to-a-funeral-for-this-veteran-with-no-immediate-family/ Naples’ Paella Catering Founder Heads to Low Country SC for the Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival!10/19/2019 The Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival takes place October 12th-19th in Bluffton, SC, right in the heart of Low Country between Hilton Head and Interstate 95. Bluffton is a charming town that is situated along the beautiful May River and boasts an eclectic art community. All week long, you can sample the area’s amazing seafood while perusing the local art and enjoying the area’s Southern hospitality.  For the second year in a row, Fire & Rice Low Country will be part of this fantastic event. You’ll see us preparing our award-winning paella and interacting with the crowd in a unique communal setting that’s fun for everyone involved. Chef Paul Schmidgall, the founder of the Fire & Rice franchise, made the trip up to Low Country to be part of the action and help the team in any way he can. Fire & Rice Offers a Fun & Exciting Paella Catering Experience at the Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival There are so many activities at the Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival. You can take your time strolling through a wide array of artwork, go on a boat tour, try paddleboarding, or sit back and watch a boat parade, to name just a few. Throughout the day, you can listen to a wide range of music, including acoustic soul, southern blues, contemporary jazz, country, and more. But, most importantly, make sure you try the wonderful seafood options available from the area’s finest food establishments!  When you head down to the festival, you’ll find Fire & Rice right in the middle of it all, preparing our delicious paella in large shallow pans out in front for everyone to see. Using only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain, our chefs enthusiastically combine traditional seafood ingredients with meat, saffron, and Bomba rice for a delicate flavor and texture that is simply divine. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say that our paella is the best they’ve ever tasted. As soon as you see Fire & Rice, you’ll know there’s fun to be had. People are drawn to our enthusiasm as well as the beauty of the dish, and we typically bring in a crowd. People gather around the pans, and we encourage them to join in the preparation process. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone wants a turn!  Naples Paella Catering & Beyond! More than a decade ago, Chef Paul Schmidgall brought his authentic paella concept to Naples, and it caught on like wildfire. Now, you can enjoy award-winning paella from Fire & Rice at multiple locations across the country! If you’d like to learn more about Naples paella catering for your next party or event, call (239) 269-8857 or book your party online.
Please help welcome Colleen Connolly to Fire & Rice as she officially joins the Naples’ paella catering team this October! Colleen has worked extensively in the catering business over the years and brings with her a wealth of knowledge as an industry expert. This summer, she’s entrenched herself in our paella culture, and we can’t wait for her to jump right in!  Naples’ Original Paella Catering Company Welcomes Colleen Connolly The Fire & Rice paella catering concept has spread like wildfire over the last decade, and our team has been working at full capacity for some time. This fall, we’re ready to expand so that we can bring our award-winning paella to more parties and events than ever before. As the paella business has continued to grow at top-speed over the last year, Fire & Rice founder, Chef Paul Schmidgall, has been considering a new hire. His goal has been to find a professional caterer with the experience, personality, skill set, and talent to flourish in the position and take on new responsibilities.  Chef Paul has known Colleen for many years – they both live in Naples, share common interests, and have been in the catering business for a long time. In fact, Colleen has been running the day-to-day operations for a catering and event business for more than 15 years! From staffing and décor to planning, booking, and site checks, Colleen has done it all. And when she told Chef Paul that she was looking for a change, he knew that she was the right one for the job. Having seen Chef Paul grow the paella catering business and watching the way runs his company, Colleen is excited about the opportunity. She said that her experience at Fire & Rice so far has been lots of fun, and she looks forward to the newness of it all as well as forging new relationships.  One of the things Colleen loves most about the opportunity is that she’s able to interact with clients during a time that is exciting for them, such as a party or event, as she really enjoys helping people. Right now, her biggest challenge is learning how to drive the trailer, but she’s confident that she’ll master it before too long!
If you’re looking for a unique and exciting alternative for your next catered party or event and would like to learn more about our award-winning Naples’ paella catering, call (239) 269-8857 or book your party online. We look forward to helping you make your next occasion something special that people will remember for years to come! Naples’ Paella Catering Franchise Attends Springboard Conference 2019 for Emerging Franchisors10/5/2019 When you start franchising, you’re venturing into a different way of doing business. All of your past achievements don’t necessarily help guide you, and neither do your street smarts. The role of a franchisor is a road that you’ve never been down before, and the framework of your business is different than what you’ve experienced in the past. Relationships are more complicated, and lots of different pieces need to come together simultaneously to achieve success.  Chef Paul Schmidgall, the founder of the booming Fire & Rice paella catering franchise, knows that being a franchisor means that you continually have to evolve in order to grow your business, and part of that process is to connect with other franchisors and keep learning. So, from September 18-20, Chef Paul attended the Springboard 2019 Conference for Emerging Franchisors in Philadelphia and couldn’t have been more thrilled with the experience. Springboard Conference: What to Expect The Springboard Conference is an exciting, energized opportunity to connect with other franchisors in your industry and beyond. You receive guidance from successful franchisors, come together in break-out sessions, and get actionable items to grow your business. Successful franchisors will share what they have done right, the mistakes they’ve made, and how they’ve achieved success. Springboard experts agree that operating a successful franchise is based on strategy, not luck, and even though you may have the best product, be able to distinguish your brand from the competition, and make money, you need to foster the right relationships to succeed. Some of those critical relationships include franchisees, vendors, customers, state regulators, and people in your community. Not only will successful franchisors share their approach to networking, you’ll also have the opportunity to be part of Springboard’s amazing on-site networking experience with franchisors at all stages of the game.  From finances, digital marketing, operations, new franchisees, leveraging brokers and consultants, scalability, PR exposure, franchise onboarding, boosting internal sales, marketing, and so much more, the wealth of information presented and discussed during the Springboard Conference is current and relevant. To see the complete itinerary at this year’s conference, click here. Post-conference, franchisors rave about the Springboard. They say the weekend was inspirational and idea-packed with guidance from the greatest minds in the franchise world. Whether you’re beginning your role as a franchisor or have been in the franchise business for many years, this is the event of the year to connect with others, share ideas, learn, and get assurance that you’re on the right path.  From Naples’ Paella Catering to Fire & Rice Franchises Around the Country Fire & Rice opened its first location in Naples more than a decade ago, and the paella catering concept spread like wildfire. Now, you can enjoy our award-winning paella all around the country!
If you’d like to learn more about Fire & Rice franchise opportunities or are interested in our Naples paella catering services, call us at (239) 269-8857. We look forward to hearing from you! If you haven’t had the opportunity to try paella from Fire & Rice in Naples yet, now is the time! With our busy season is right around the corner, October is the perfect time to enjoy the ultimate paella experience before the crowds arrive this November.  If you’re new to paella in Naples, you may wonder what sets Fire & Rice apart from other catering companies. While there are lots of reasons to host a Fire & Rice Party, here are the top four: 1.We offer award-winning paella using traditional ingredients. Are you tired of the run-of-the-mill fare that you find at parties and events and looking for an exciting food option for your next catered affair? At Fire & Rice, we create our award-winning paella using only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th Century Spain. Our chefs carefully combine chicken and sausage with saffron and Bomba rice in large pans, bringing together the delicate flavors and textures for a cultural, culinary experience that is simply divine. Meat can be swapped out or combined with seafood, and vegan options are also available, so there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether it’s Mixta Paella, Paella de Valencia, or Paella de Marisco, 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.  2.We have a unique twist on catering that’s fun and exciting. Fire & Rice is more than a catering company; it’s the ultimate paella experience. We create an energized atmosphere everywhere we go and, from the moment your guests arrive, they’ll know they’re in for a treat. As they mix and mingle, they’ll see our chefs enthusiastically preparing paella out in front for everyone to see. We’re passionate about paella, and it shows! During the preparation, gentle aromas fill the air, touching the senses, and people are drawn to the pans, which are filled with a palette of primary colors. As the guests gather around, we encourage them to join in the preparation process. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone wants a turn! When the paella is ready, we invite everyone up to the pans and serve them. During this time, guests come together in a communal dining setting that is warm and inviting, creating a feeling of camaraderie that is like nothing they’ve encountered before.  3. We are Naples’ original paella catering company. More than a decade ago, Chef Paul Schmidgall, the founder of the booming Fire & Rice franchise, brought his paella catering concept to Naples FL, and it caught on like wildfire. Now you can find Fire & Rice locations throughout the US! But would you believe that there are people in the Naples area that are pretending to be Fire & Rice? We want to make sure that if you’re looking for Fire & Rice that you’re not dealing with any paella imposters. So, we suggest that when you’re making a phone call to book a party, or speaking to someone at a Farmers’ market, to make sure that you’re dealing directly with Fire & Rice. If there’s any kind of runaround, it’s not us! 4. We make things easy for the host. Because our goal is for you is to enjoy your celebration to the fullest extent and spend time with your guests, we make hosting a Fire & Rice party as easy as possible. We arrive to set up about an hour before the event and bring everything we need to prepare the paella and serve your guests. Just book your party, and we’ll take care of the rest. It’s really that simple! Fire & Rice: The Ultimate Paella Experience in Naples If you’re looking for a unique twist on catering that friends and family will remember for years to come, call us at (239) 269-8857 or book your party online. We look forward to sharing the ultimate paella experience with you and your guests at your next party or event in Naples!
People go wild for food trucks these days! From college campuses, county fairs, festivals, farmers’ markets, and other pop-ups, food trucks are taking over parks and parking lots across the nation, and patrons are coming out to sample the food and embrace the atmosphere. Whether you’re in Southwest Florida or other parts of the country, you’ll find that the food truck scene is more rampant than ever.  If you’ve hit the food truck circuit in Southwest Florida, you know that typical fare includes hot dogs, pizza, tacos, burgers, fries, and donuts. And while many people enjoy these selections, finding something new and exciting is always a treat. At Fire & Rice, we offer award-winning paella in an interactive setting that’s fun and exciting for everyone involved. We have a unique twist on the food truck experience, and it’s something people remember for years to come. Many of our clients have traveled all over the world and say our paella is the best they’ve ever tasted.  A New Twist on the Naples’ Food Truck Experience At Fire & Rice, we’re passionate about paella, and it shows! Whenever you see our Naples’ food truck, you’ll know there’s fun to be had. Whether we’re working a private party, a farmers’ market, or another local event, you’ll see our chefs enthusiastically preparing delicious paella right out in front for everyone to see. We interact with the crowd and engage people in the paella preparation. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone wants to join in! Paella is a dish that is meant for sharing, and at Fire & Rice, we create an atmosphere that is warm and inviting. During the paella preparation, delightful aromas fill the air, and it’s a sensual experience for all. The dish itself is beautiful, with its palette of primary colors, and people are drawn to the pans, connecting with others during the preparation process. The camaraderie builds during the shared experience, and memories are created that will last a lifetime. And when people sit down to take their first bite of our authentic paella, this delicate dish will exceed all expectations.  Using only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th-Century Spain, we combine chicken, sausage, and saffron with Bomba rice in large shallow pans for gentle flavors and textures that are simply divine. Meat can be swapped out or combined with seafood, and vegan options are also available, so there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
If you’re looking for a fun and exciting Naples food truck experience for your next party or event, call us today at (239) 269-8857 or book your party online. Also, make sure to check us out at the Naples’ farmers’ markets in early-November! Each September, as the snowbirds start to return to Naples, we get excited for the beginning of paella season. During the summer months, we’ve been performing maintenance and staff training, and now we’re ready to hit the ground running. It’s time for the fun to begin!  While the area’s not quite yet in full swing, we start to see a bustle of activity and excitement during shoulder season. People are ready to have some fun before the crowds arrive, and this is a great time of year to host a private party, community event, corporate lunch, or other affair. If you’re looking to cater a party or event in September or October but are tired of run-of-the-mill catering options, Fire & Rice offers a fun and exciting cultural catering experience that is sure to exceed expectations. By offering authentic paella in an interactive setting, we create a warm, inviting atmosphere and energy everywhere we go. Naples’ Original Paella from Fire & Rice is the Real Deal The paella catering concept was first conceived when Fire & Rice founder, Paul Schmidgall, was stationed in the Europe with the US military many years ago and visited the Spanish island of Menorca. There, he learned the paella preparation process from an elderly woman and fell in love with the dish. At that moment, he had a dream to bring paella to the US, and more than a decade ago, that dream became a reality.  Since then, paella catering from Fire & Rice has been spreading like wildfire through Southwest Florida. People can’t get enough of it, and whenever you see our chefs cooking up a batch of Naples’ original paella, you’ll know there’s fun to be had. Using the only the finest ingredients dating back to 16th-Century Spain, our chefs prepare our award-winning paella right out in front for everyone to see. By combining chicken, sausage, saffron, and vegetables with Bomba rice in large, shallow pans using a traditional process, the result is out of this world, like nothing you’ve ever encountered before. The meat options can be substituted or combined with seafood, and vegan options are also available so there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Our paella experience is interactive, and as people gather around the pans to watch, we encourage them to join in the preparation process. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone wants to get in on the action!  Paella is a dish meant for sharing, and when the dish is ready, guests comes together in a communal dining setting. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the camaraderie amongst the crowd is something to behold. When everyone sits down to taste the paella, they delight in the experience, as 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.
But don’t be fooled by paella vendors trying to imitate the Naples’ original paella! Believe it or not, there are people out there pretending to be Fire & Rice, and we want to make you aware of the situation. This way, you can make sure you’re dealing with us from the start rather than get disappointed when someone else shows up at your event. If anyone tries to tell you they are affiliated with us in any way, it’s not the case, and if you’re responding to an online ad, just make sure you’re speaking with Fire & Rice. If there’s any kind of run-around, it’s not us! For an authentic paella catering option that’s fun and exciting, call Fire & Rice today at (239) 269-8857 or book your party online. We look forward to sharing Naples’ original paella with you! Early Snowbirds Kick Off Shoulder Season with a Fun & Exciting Naples’ Catering Alternative9/6/2019 By January, all of the Naples’ snowbirds will have returned to beautiful Southwest Florida, but 25% of the seasonal residents will return earlier in September and October. If you fall into the early snowbird category, you’re ready to kick off shoulder season and catch up with friends you haven’t seen in many months.  To celebrate, you’d like to organize a welcome back party, but you’re tired of the typical catering fare you find everywhere you go. You want to do something really different this year, something memorable, though you don’t feel like fussing with a lot of details. Where can you find a Naples’ catering company that you can trust to meet your expectations without a lot of planning on your end? At Fire & Rice, we offer a unique cultural catering experience that’s fun, exciting, and easy for the host. By preparing delicious paella out in front for everyone to see and interacting with the crowd in a communal dining setting, our parties are a hit every single time. We also make the process as easy as possible for the host. You just book your party, and we’ll take care of the rest. It’s really that simple!  Unique Naples’ Catering: What to Expect When you hire a catering company for the first time, it’s reasonable to have a little anxiety about how everything will turn out. At Fire & Rice, we want your party to be a huge success, and we also want you to feel relaxed during the event and enjoy yourself. With that in mind, we’re here to share what to expect when we cater a party for you. Our chefs will arrive in a Fire & Rice food truck about an hour before the event. You just point us in right direction, and we’ll get set up and ready to go. We provide everything we need to prepare the paella and serve your guests so that you don’t have to worry about a thing.  When your guests arrive, they’ll immediately know that they’re in for a treat. Right out in front, our chefs will enthusiastically prepare our award-winning paella in large, shallow pans using a traditional process dating back to 16th-Century Spain. We’re passionate about paella, and guests will be drawn to the excitement as well as the beauty of the dish. As people gather around the pans, we encourage them to join in the preparation process. It’s fun and exciting, and everyone will want to join in.
Using only the finest ingredients, we combine chicken, sausage, and saffron with Bomba rice for a delicate flavor that is simply divine. The meat can be swapped out or combined with seafood, and vegan options are also available. Whether it’s Mixta Paella, Paella de Valencia, or Paella de Marisco, our paella 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’re headed back to Southwest Florida for the shoulder season and are looking for an exciting Naples’ catering experience, call Fire & Rice today at (239) 269-8857 or book your party online. We look forward to helping make your party a huge success! |
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