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Paella Catering for North Greenwich events
Love Paella cooks live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event across North Greenwich and Greater London, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Naming days and family parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Weddings and evening receptions
Book paella catering in North Greenwich
About our paella catering in North Greenwich
We cook every paella from scratch on the day, beginning with a sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, then the stock, saffron and rice. Whether it’s fairs, fêtes and festivals and company summer parties, we can cook paella Valenciana, vegetable paella and black rice and more.
Around North Greenwich, most London events we are asked about are in gardens, courtyards and hired venues. Parking and loading are the main things to plan, so tell us about permits, bays or a driveway when you ask for a quote. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Area
- North Greenwich (E14, SE8, SE10)
- Region
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Dishes our guests love
Paella Valenciana
The original paella from Valencia is a countryside dish of chicken and vegetables, not seafood. It’s frequently the most popular pan at an event.
Vegetable and vegan paella
A slow sofrito, seasonal vegetables and a good vegetable stock make a paella that stands on its own. For vegans, the stock is plant-based.
Planning live paella in North Greenwich
North Greenwich is about 1 mile north-west of Greenwich, in Greater London. Tell us where your event in North Greenwich will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We cook in all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
For guests coming by train, Greenwich station is about 0.8 miles away. If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Harbinger Primary School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser.
Anywhere in E14, SE8 and SE10, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on Creek Road, Wynan Road and Undine Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Isle of Dogs (1 mile south-east), Millwall (1 mile west), Cubitt Town (1 mile north-east), Deptford (1 mile south-west) and Greenwich (1 mile south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (3 miles west), City of Westminster (6 miles west), Marylebone (6 miles west), Kensington (8 miles west), St Pancras (5 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (4 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Miller General Hospital (1 mile south) and Old Royal Naval College (0.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near North Greenwich include Sue Godfrey Nature Park and Tower Hill.
- Local schools include Canary Wharf College 3 (within half a mile north-east) and Laban Centre (0.6 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Ferry House Public House (under half a mile south-east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Nunhead (2.1 miles south-west)
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. In North Greenwich, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- Send us your date, numbers and venue.
- We plan the menu with you, including every diet.
- We arrive early to set up the burners and pans.
- The paella cooks as guests gather round.
- Service is straight from the pan, then we pack down.
How to prepare
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Why choose paella catering in North Greenwich?
It suits relaxed, sociable events, with guests mingling as it cooks and then sit down to share.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Garden get-togethers
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
- Company summer parties
- Retirement and leaving parties
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of St Nicholas, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Comparing caterers
- Whether travel is included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Allergen information for each dish
- A clear list of what’s included
Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a space will not work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
As a London location, North Greenwich is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Menu ideas
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegetable paella
- Vegan paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Plan seating for most guests: paella is easiest eaten sitting down
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
Paella is best eaten as soon as it is ready, so we plan service for when guests are ready to eat.
Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana finish the meal, or serve your own cake.
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Why choose live paella in North Greenwich?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and the food sits out. Paella is cooked live and served hot. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What you get with us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Events in North Greenwich and across Greater London
See How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
FAQs for North Greenwich
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Nicholas?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
What’s the nearest station to North Greenwich for guests?
Greenwich station, about 0.8 miles south of the centre.
Can we choose the seafood?
Tell us your preferences and we will suggest seafood options to suit your menu and budget. Premium options are available.
Do we need to provide equipment?
All cooking kit comes with us. Let us know what your venue has, like tables or crockery.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
What is live paella catering?
We set up a cooking area at your venue, cook the paella from scratch in large pans while your guests watch, and serve it straight from the pan.
Organising for someone else?
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
What affects the price in North Greenwich
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Distance and access to the venue
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
- Where the event is
Send us the date, your venue or E14 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. To get started, use our quote form.
- 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