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Live paella catering in West Ham, Greater London
We cook live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event across West Ham and Greater London, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Company summer parties
- Anniversary celebrations
- Weddings and evening receptions
Paella catering in West Ham
About our paella catering in West Ham
Paella has always been food for a crowd: cooked in the open in a big, shallow pan and shared straight from it. That’s exactly what we bring to your event in West Ham. Whether it is company summer parties and garden get-togethers, we will put together a menu of vegan paella, mixed paella and paella Valenciana and more.
In West Ham, events range from terrace gardens to hired halls. Let us know where we can stop to unload, and whether there are steps or narrow passages. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Location
- West Ham (E15, E13, E7)
- Region
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Live paella or other catering?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and the food sits out. Paella is cooked in front of your guests and served hot. 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 book with us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Planning the cooking area
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
As a London location, West Ham is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegan paella
What affects the price in West Ham
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Parking and unloading
- Your choice of paellas
- How long we’re needed on site
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Details that help
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- The date and rough timings
- Anything your venue supplies
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
How the day works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. Evenings in West Ham 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, you send us your date, venue, numbers and diets.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote, including what’s included.
- On the day we arrive in good time, set up and start the stock.
- The paella cooks in front of your guests, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- We serve it hot from the pan and clear our area when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Give us a contact for the day
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
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About the dishes
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich fish stock, finished with lemon wedges. It is the pan people photograph.
Mixed paella
Chicken and seafood together, for guests who want a bit of everything.
Events we cater in West Ham
It is ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, where guests can mingle while it cooks before sitting down to eat.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Company summer parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Naming days and family parties
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like West Ham Church Primary School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser.
Before booking anyone
- The venue requirements
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Staff numbers and hours
- Payment terms and deposit
FAQs for West Ham
Could we have live paella in West Ham Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Which station should guests use for West Ham?
The closest is West Ham station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do you do desserts?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Plan a meat, a seafood and a vegetable or vegan pan
- Request clear labels at the serving table
- Collect dietary needs with your RSVPs
Paella is best eaten as soon as it’s ready, so we plan service for when guests are ready to eat.
Add canapé tapas with the drinks or table tapas as a starter while the paella cooks.
Live paella in West Ham: local details
West Ham is about 2 miles west of East Ham, in Greater London. For an event in West Ham, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London.
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of All Saints, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Thinking of a picnic-style party in West Ham Park? Public parks usually need permission from the council or landowner for cooking, so check first.
For paella catering in E15, E13 and E7, we plan around your venue and timings. That could mean an event in a garden on Plaistow Grove, Willis Road and Moorey Close or the roads around them. For events just outside West Ham, we cover Upton (1 mile north-east), Greengate (1 mile south-east), Maryland (1 mile north-west), Stratford (1 mile north-west) and Plaistow (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include London (5 miles south-west), City of Westminster (7 miles west), Marylebone (7 miles west), Kensington (9 miles west), St Pancras (6 miles west) and Shoreditch (4 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Passmore Edwards Museum (0.6 miles north) and Queen Mary's Hospital for the East End (0.6 miles north-west). Open spaces near West Ham include Old Ford Island and Tower Hill.
- Schools near West Ham include West Ham Church School (less than half a mile south) and St Bonaventure's RC School (0.6 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Earl Of Derby Public House (0.6 miles south-east)
- Other local spots include County Borough of West Ham (0.6 miles north-west)
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
- 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