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Live paella catering in Oakthorpe Park, Greater London
We cook live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event in Oakthorpe Park and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Staff parties and work lunches
- Birthday celebrations
Paella catering in Oakthorpe Park
Paella catering for your event in Oakthorpe Park
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. For festivals, fairs and school events and leaving dos and retirements, we can cook seafood paella, chicken and chorizo paella and black rice and more.
Gardens in London can be narrow, which is fine for live paella as long as there’s a level spot clear of fences and trees. In Oakthorpe Park, the bigger question is parking near the house or venue. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Where
- Oakthorpe Park (N13, N22, N11)
- Region
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Parking and unloading
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Guest numbers
- Timings and hours
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- What the venue already provides
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Which courses you have in mind
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
Common questions in Oakthorpe Park
Can you cook in Broomfield Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Is parking a problem for events in Oakthorpe Park?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We will plan unloading around it.
Will there be enough food?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
What happens with live paella?
We cook from scratch at your venue in big pans, in front of your guests, and serve straight from the pan.
Do you do starters?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
How long do you need on site?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests generally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. Evenings in Oakthorpe Park stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; once it’s dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and any dietary needs.
- We put together a menu and a clear quote.
- On the day, we set up the burners and pans and get the stock going.
- The rice cooks in full view, while tapas or canapés go round.
- We serve it hot from the pan and clear our area when service ends.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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Catering for every guest
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Mention any other courses or food
- Ask about diets and allergies on your invitation or RSVP
- Ask for labels on each pan
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll serve, clear and help keep things moving, so you can enjoy your guests.
Sangria and bar staff can be added to serve drinks you provide.
Events we cater in Oakthorpe Park
It’s ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, where guests can mingle while it cooks before sitting down to eat.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
- Company summer parties
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like St Anne's Catholic High School for Girls, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit and payment dates
- The deadline for final numbers
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether travel is included
Oakthorpe Park: venues, travel and local tips
Oakthorpe Park is about 2 miles west of Edmonton, in Greater London. We cater events at homes, gardens and venues in Oakthorpe Park. We cater in all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 8 miles away.
For a christening or wedding at a church such as St Michael-at-Bowes, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Parks such as Broomfield Park generally need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there.
Wherever your event is in N13, N22 and N11, we can bring paella catering to you. From Wolves Lane, Park Avenue and Russell Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Oakthorpe Park is on the A105, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van and pans. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Palmers Green (1 mile north-west), Arnos Grove (1 mile west), Bounds Green (1 mile south-west), Bowes Park (1 mile south) and Southgate (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (8 miles south), City of Westminster (7 miles south), Marylebone (7 miles south), Kensington (9 miles south-west), St Pancras (6 miles south) and Shoreditch (6 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Municipal Borough of Southgate (less than half a mile west) and The Mall Wood Green (1.4 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Darland's Lake and Highgate Hill.
- Schools near Oakthorpe Park include St Michael at Bowes CofE Junior School (within half a mile south) and St Thomas More Catholic School (0.7 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Alfred Herring pub (within half a mile north)
Organising for someone else?
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Is live paella right for your event?
If you want something different from the usual buffet or roast, live paella adds colour, smell and theatre. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why choose Love Paella in Oakthorpe Park
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Catering across Greater London, including Oakthorpe Park
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Drinks service on request
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Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
Oakthorpe Park is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Oakthorpe Park
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegan paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Towns and villages near Oakthorpe Park
More for events in Oakthorpe Park
- 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