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Live paella catering in Plumstead, Greater London
Love Paella cooks live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event in Plumstead and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
- Office lunches and staff parties
Paella catering for Plumstead events
Before you choose a spot
If a space is not suitable, we will tell you. The main points are:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Level ground for the pans and burners
Plumstead 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.
Popular choices
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Vegan paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
Paella catering in Plumstead, cooked live
Live paella works almost anywhere with a level, ventilated spot: a garden, marquee, barn, courtyard or field. Whether it’s retirement celebrations and weddings and evening receptions, we’ll put together a menu of black rice, paella Valenciana and mixed paella.
Gardens in London can be narrow, but a level spot away from fences and trees is generally all we need. In Plumstead, 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.
- Area
- Plumstead (SE18, SE28, E16)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Catering for every guest
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Plan a meat, a seafood and a vegetable or vegan pan
- Count adults and children separately
- Plan seating for most guests: paella is easiest eaten sitting down
A short rest after cooking helps, and that’s when we invite guests up.
Sangria and bar staff can be added to serve drinks you provide.
Occasions we cook for in Plumstead
People book live paella because it’s food and entertainment at once. The cooking becomes the centre of the event, and the food is hot and generous.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Milestone birthday parties
- Retirement celebrations
Historic houses near Plumstead include Danson House (2.7 miles south-east) and Eltham Palace (3.1 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early.
Questions to ask before you book
- A clear list of what’s included
- Staff numbers and hours
- Whether travel is included
- If the price includes VAT
Planning live paella in Plumstead
Plumstead is about 8 miles east of London, in Greater London. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around Plumstead. Plumstead is one of 764 places in Greater London where we cook. Our events stretch from Plumstead to London (8 miles away).
Parks such as Plumstead Common typically need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there. If you are organising a summer fair for a school like South Rise Primary School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser.
This part of Greater London takes in SE18, SE28 and E16, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Moy Lane, Love Lane and Tuam Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Main roads around Plumstead include the A206, which makes travel to your event easy. Close by, we cover events in Woolwich (1 mile west), Shooter's Hill (1 mile south-west), East Wickham (1 mile south-east), Charlton (2 miles west) and New Charlton (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in London (8 miles west), City of Westminster (10 miles west), Marylebone (10 miles west), Kensington (12 miles west), St Pancras (9 miles west) and Shoreditch (7 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include British Hospital for Mothers and Babies (1.3 miles west) and Greenwich Castle (3.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Gilbert's Pit.
- Local schools include Plumstead Manor School (less than half a mile south-east) and Shooters Hill Sixth Form College (1.2 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Queens Arms (within half a mile north-west)
What affects the price in Plumstead
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The paellas you choose
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- The number of people
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The date and time of the event
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just use our quote form.
How the day works
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests usually gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. Evenings in Plumstead stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the cooking spot.
- We cook live on the day while guests watch.
- We serve from the pan, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Why choose live paella in Plumstead?
Barbecues cook in batches, so food comes off in waves. Paella is ready all at once, so everyone eats together. 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.
Why choose Love Paella in Plumstead
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Fast service from the pan
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
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Plumstead questions
We’re having a ceremony at St John's Church: can you cater afterwards?
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 usually elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is parking a problem for events in Plumstead?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We will work around it.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is generally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Can you feed a lot of people?
Yes. Large pans and fast service from the pan make it well suited to crowds.
Who clears up?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Dishes our guests love
Paella Valenciana
The original paella from Valencia is a countryside dish of chicken and vegetables, rather than seafood. It’s often the most popular pan at an event.
Mixed paella
Paella mixta combines meat and seafood in one pan, and it is often the first pan to empty.
- 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