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Live paella catering in Bromley, Greater London
Love Paella cooks live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event across Bromley and Greater London, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Birthday celebrations
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Company summer parties
Paella catering in Bromley
Paella catering in Bromley, made fresh on the day
Everything is cooked from scratch on site, beginning with a sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, then the stock, saffron and rice. Typical bookings include garden parties and summer barbecues and naming days and family parties, with vegan paella, vegetable paella and seafood paella.
In a London neighbourhood like Bromley, the cooking spot is normally a back garden, a courtyard or a venue’s terrace. Parking and loading are the main things to plan, so tell us about permits, bays or a driveway when you ask for a quote. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Bromley (BR2, BR1, BR6, BR5)
- Region
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
How it works
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. In Bromley, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening events are usually served in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 3:55pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
- Start with the date, the place and the numbers.
- We come back with paellas to suit your guests, plus any extras.
- Closer to the day, we confirm timings and the cooking spot.
- On the day we cook live, timed around your event.
- We serve, then leave our area tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Ask for a quote
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can fill in our quote form.
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Occasions we cook for in Bromley
It suits relaxed, sociable events, with guests mingling as it cooks before sitting down to eat.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
- Company summer parties
- Retirement celebrations
Historic houses near Bromley include Bromley Palace (within half a mile east) and Eltham Palace (3.5 miles north-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early.
Before booking anyone
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- When payment is due
- Whether travel is included
- What the caterer needs from your venue
About the dishes
Seafood paella
Seafood paella starts with a good fish and shellfish stock. The shellfish is added late so it stays tender.
Paella Valenciana
In Valencia, the recipe is fiercely debated. The classic version is chicken, green beans and butter beans with saffron.
FAQs for Bromley
Is parking a problem for events in Bromley?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We’ll work around it.
What’s the nearest station to Bromley for guests?
Bromley South station, in Bromley itself.
Who clears up?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Do you come to Bromley?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Bromley is within our area. For a quote, use our quote form.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
Do you do vegan paella?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
What is live paella catering?
We arrive with pans, burners and ingredients, cook while everyone watches, and serve at the time you want.
How much does paella catering cost in Bromley?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Also in Bromley
Where we can cook in Bromley
We’ll be honest if a space will not work. The main points are:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Somewhere close to park and unload
Bromley is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Vegan paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Barbecues cook in batches, so food comes off in waves. Paella is cooked as one big dish and served together. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why choose Love Paella in Bromley
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Take a look at Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
What affects the price in Bromley
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many staff you need
- The length of service
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- The address or venue name
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The date and rough timings
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. Just use our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Paella catering around Bromley
Bromley is about 8 miles south-east of London, in Greater London. For an event in Bromley, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Bromley is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 8 miles away.
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like St Mark's Church of England Primary School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser. For guests coming by train, Bromley has its own station, Bromley South station.
We cater events across the BR2, BR1, BR6 and BR5 postcode area and the streets around it. That could mean an event in a garden on High Street, Church Road and St Paul's Square or the roads around them. Bromley is on the A222 and A223, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. For events just outside Bromley, we cover Sundridge (1 mile north-east), Plaistow (1 mile north), Bickley (1 mile east), Widmore (1 mile east) and Downham (2 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (8 miles north-west), City of Westminster (11 miles north-west), Marylebone (11 miles north-west), Kensington (12 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (9 miles north-west).
A little further out are Municipal Borough of Bromley (under half a mile south-east) and The Mall (under half a mile east). Not far away are Downham Woodland Walk and Summer Hill.
- Nearby schools include Holy Trinity College Bromley (0.9 miles north-east) and Bullers Wood School for Boys (1.2 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Richmal Crompton pub (under half a mile south-east)
- 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