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Festival Paella Catering in Upper Holloway
We cook paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events across Upper Holloway and Greater London, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Summer fairs and fêtes
- Agricultural and county shows
- Sports club events
Festival paella catering near Upper Holloway
Why choose live paella in Upper Holloway?
Most stalls cook to order. Paella is cooked in big batches and served from the pan, so queues move quickly. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
Why book with us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- A clear, itemised quote
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
See How we price And The cost guide.
How our festival paella catering works in Upper Holloway
Paella eats well from a bowl with a fork, on the move or on a picnic rug. For country shows and music and food festivals, we’ll put together a menu of seafood paella, giant-pan paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
Events in Upper Holloway range from street parties and school fairs to markets and festivals. Organisers usually need council permission for public spaces, and we’ll send whatever the organiser needs. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Upper Holloway (N19, N7, N6)
- Region
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Vegan paella
Vegans get a hot, filling dish.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A crowd-pleaser for meat eaters.
FAQs for Upper Holloway
Could we have live paella in Whittington Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Which station should guests use for Upper Holloway?
Upper Holloway has its own station: Upper Holloway station.
Do you need water?
Tell us what’s available at the pitch and we will confirm what we need.
Will you have a stall at our event?
Send us the details, and we will confirm availability and requirements.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Do you have the documents we need?
Tell us what the event needs and we’ll send it with our application.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
The process
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. Evening events in Upper Holloway have light until about 9:20pm at midsummer; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- First, we check the dates.
- We agree menu and pitch.
- Burners and pans go up.
- The first pans are ready as visitors arrive.
- We serve, then clear the pitch at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Ask for a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planning help
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Your trader pack and site rules
- Flat, firm ground
- Access for unloading at set-up
Upper Holloway is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
What we offer
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Giant paella pans
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Vegan paella
- Tapas
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Schedule crew meals
- Check traders’ packaging and waste plans
- Put picnic tables near the traders
- Send traders one clear trader pack
We cook in full view of visitors, serving throughout the event.
Vegan paella alongside the rest.
Perfect for your event in Upper Holloway
It covers several diets with one trader.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Farmers’ and Christmas markets
- Summer fairs and fêtes
- Festivals
- Community events and open days
Events in parks such as Whittington Park need permission from the council or landowner, and we will send any documents they ask for.
Before you book anyone
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Travel and parking costs
- Payment terms and deposit
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Nearby places to Upper Holloway
What else we do in Upper Holloway
Event catering near Upper Holloway
Upper Holloway is about 2 miles east of Hampstead, in Greater London. We cater events at homes, gardens and venues in Upper Holloway and the surrounding area. Upper Holloway is one of 764 places in Greater London where we cook.
For visitors coming by rail, Upper Holloway has its own station, Upper Holloway station. Running a fête for a church like St Andrew's Whitehall Park? A paella pan draws people in.
Festival paella catering in N19, N7 and N6 is planned around your venue and your guests. From Ward Road, Kiver Road and Foxham Road or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. With the A103 close by, Upper Holloway is easy for us to reach. For events just outside Upper Holloway, we cover Tufnell Park (1 mile south), Dartmouth Park (1 mile south-west), Highgate (1 mile north-west), Nag's Head (1 mile south-east) and Holloway (1 mile south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (5 miles south), City of Westminster (4 miles south), Marylebone (3 miles south), Kensington (5 miles south-west), St Pancras (3 miles south) and Shoreditch (4 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Montfichet's Tower (3.8 miles south) and Hornsey (1.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Upper Holloway include Dartmouth Park Hill and Parkland Walk.
- Local schools include City of London Academy (less than half a mile north-east) and Asanté Academy of Chinese Medicine (1.2 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Mother Red Cap pub (under half a mile north-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Vaughan Williams Memorial Library (2 miles south)
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
- 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