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Festival Paella Catering in Shepherd's Bush
Looking for festival paella catering in Shepherd's Bush? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- School and charity events
- Race days and sports events
- Crew, volunteer and VIP catering
Live festival paella catering in Shepherd's Bush
How our festival paella catering works in Shepherd's Bush
One paella stall covers many diets: meat, seafood and vegan pans side by side. That makes life easier for organisers. We cook seafood paella, chicken and chorizo paella and vegan paella, and we’re often booked for VIP and hospitality areas and village fêtes.
In Shepherd's Bush, community events include street parties, school fairs and markets. Organisers normally need council permission for public spaces, and we will provide what the organiser asks for. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Shepherd's Bush (W12, W11, W14)
- Region
- Greater London
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
The process
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Summer events in Shepherd's Bush have daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer and about 7:05pm by late September, which helps evening trading. For winter markets, dark by about 3:55pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- We check your dates.
- We agree what we will serve and where.
- We set up our burners and pans.
- Pans are cooking as gates open.
- We serve, then clear the pitch at the end.
How to prepare
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Let us know the timings for the day
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Shepherd's Bush, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Events we cater in Shepherd's Bush
One trader, many diets.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Charity and school events
- Community events and open days
- Country shows
- Festivals
If you’re organising a summer fair or fundraiser for a school such as Addison Primary School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser.
What to look for in a quote
- When payment is due
- VAT, if it applies
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
About the dishes
Vegan paella
Vegans get a hot, filling dish.
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is a festival favourite.
Common questions in Shepherd's Bush
Could we have live paella in Hammersmith Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Do you trade at school fairs around Shepherd's Bush?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Do you do crew catering?
We can. Crew, volunteer and VIP catering is available, with or without a public stall.
What paperwork do you provide?
Send your requirements and we’ll include them with our application.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
Is halal food available?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
How long do you need on site?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
What affects the price in Shepherd's Bush
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Travel, parking and access
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How many staff you need
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The date and rough timings
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A picture of where we’d cook
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Check traders’ packaging and waste plans
- Put all trader information in one pack
- Feed crew and volunteers at set times
- Plan seating near the food area
We clear the pitch and leave it as we found it.
Catering for crew and VIP areas.
Community events around Shepherd's Bush
Shepherd's Bush is about 1 mile west of Kensington, in Greater London. For festival paella catering in Shepherd's Bush, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Shepherd's Bush is one of 764 places in Greater London where we cook.
If your event is in Hammersmith Park, the organiser will need the landowner’s permission; we will supply our paperwork. For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Shepherd's Bush Tabernacle, a paella stall adds a hot meal to the cakes and tombola.
Anywhere in W12, W11 and W14, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on Bard Road, Stowe Road and Wells Road or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. You will find Shepherd's Bush on the A402, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. If your venue is just outside Shepherd's Bush, we also cover White City (1 mile north), Holland Park (1 mile east), Notting Hill (1 mile north-east), Kensington (1 mile east) and Notting Dale (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (5 miles east), City of Westminster (3 miles east), Marylebone (3 miles east), St Pancras (5 miles east), Shoreditch (6 miles east) and Walthamstow (10 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Ladbroke Estate (0.8 miles north-east) and West London Hospital (0.8 miles south). Not far away are WWT London Wetland Centre and The Long Water.
- Schools near Shepherd's Bush include The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial RC School (within half a mile east) and Corona Theatre School (0.9 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Central Bar (within half a mile east)
- Other local spots include Polish Library POSK in London (1 mile south-west)
Towns and villages near Shepherd's Bush
Also in Shepherd's Bush
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Is live paella right for your event?
Burger and hot dog stalls are familiar but similar. Paella adds something different. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Read Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff