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Live paella catering in New Charlton, Greater London
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event turns food into part of your event in New Charlton.
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Staff parties and work lunches
- Community events and fairs
Paella catering in New Charlton
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. Around midsummer it stays light in New Charlton until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get a menu and an itemised quote.
- We agree timings, access and the cooking spot.
- We cook live on the day while guests watch.
- It’s served straight from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
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Paella catering in New Charlton, made fresh on the day
We cook every paella from scratch on the day, starting with a slow sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, followed by stock, saffron and rice. Popular choices include mixed paella, seafood paella and chicken and chorizo paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater retirement celebrations and festivals, fairs and school events.
Gardens in London can be narrow, which is fine for live paella as long as there is a level spot clear of fences and trees. For an event in New Charlton, tell us where we can park to unload. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Area
- New Charlton (SE7, SE18, E16)
- Region
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Why choose live paella in New Charlton?
Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. Live paella needs a level, ventilated spot and the venue’s permission to cook, and gives guests something to watch. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
What you get with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Sangria and bar staff available
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Other catering in New Charlton
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Ensure most guests can sit to eat
- Ask about diets and allergies on your invitation or RSVP
- Put allergy details in writing
- Ask for labels on each pan
A short rest after cooking helps, which is when we typically call guests over.
Sangria and bar staff can be added for your own drinks.
Dishes our guests love
Black rice
Squid ink rice is bold and savoury, and is popular with adventurous guests.
Mixed paella
A mix of chicken and seafood.
DIY paella versus live catering
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 will do the cooking.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Questions from New Charlton
What’s the nearest station to New Charlton for guests?
Charlton station, in New Charlton itself.
Can you cook in Thames Barrier Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
What is live paella catering?
We cook from scratch at your venue in big pans, in front of your guests, and serve straight from the pan.
Is paella enough as a main?
Paella is a meal in itself. Tapas and desserts can be added if you like.
How much is live paella catering?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We arrive with everything we need and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
What paella catering costs
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The paellas you choose
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- What the venue already provides
- Which courses you have in mind
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The date and rough timings
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Planning live paella in New Charlton
New Charlton is about 2 miles north-east of Greenwich, in Greater London. For paella catering in New Charlton, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cater in all 764 towns and villages in Greater London. You can also see our page for London, about 6 miles away.
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Royal Greenwich Trust School, can book us as a food stall. Thinking of a picnic-style party in Thames Barrier Park? Public parks generally need permission from the council or landowner for cooking, so check first.
We cover events in every part of SE7, SE18 and E16. From Floyd Road, Priolo Road and Hasted Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Charlton (1 mile south-east), Westcombe Park (1 mile south-west), Woolwich (1 mile east), Vanbrugh Park Estate (1 mile south-west) and Maze Hill (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in London (6 miles west), City of Westminster (8 miles west), Marylebone (8 miles west), Kensington (10 miles west), St Pancras (7 miles west) and Shoreditch (5 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Charlton Athletic Museum (less than half a mile south) and Greenwich Castle (1.9 miles south-west). Not far away are Gilbert's Pit.
- Local schools include Thorntree Primary School (less than half a mile south-east) and Wildwood Montessori School (1.3 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Victoria pub (less than half a mile east)
Perfect for your event in New Charlton
There’s no kitchen needed, so it works in gardens, fields and marquees where plated meals are hard.
Whatever you’re celebrating in New Charlton, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Company summer parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Summer garden parties
- Christenings and family gatherings
If you are celebrating after a service at a church like St Catherine Labouré, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well.
What to look for in a quote
- How late numbers can change
- The venue requirements
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- 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