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Live paella catering in Westbourne, Greater London
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event turns food into part of your event in Westbourne.
- Community events and fairs
- Family celebrations and christenings
- Garden get-togethers
Paella catering in Westbourne
How our paella catering works in Westbourne
Paella was made for feeding a crowd: cooked outdoors in a wide, shallow pan and shared. That is what we bring to events in Westbourne. Whether it’s anniversary celebrations and weddings and evening receptions, we will put together a menu of seafood paella, vegan paella and chicken and chorizo paella and more.
London gardens are frequently long and narrow, which is fine for live paella as long as there’s a level spot clear of fences and trees. In Westbourne, the bigger question is parking near the house or venue. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Where
- Westbourne (W2, W11, W9)
- Region
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Perfect for your event in Westbourne
It’s ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, where guests can mingle while it cooks and then sit down to share.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Westbourne book us for occasions like:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Community events and fairs
- Staff parties and work lunches
- Summer garden parties
Thinking of a picnic-style party in Emslie Horniman's Pleasance? Public parks typically need permission from the council or landowner for cooking, so check first.
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- When final numbers are due
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Whether VAT is included
How the day works
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That is how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. The smell typically draws people over. Evenings in Westbourne 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.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and how many.
- Expect a menu idea and a clear, itemised price.
- Closer to the day, we confirm timings and the cooking spot.
- We set up, cook from scratch and keep an eye on your timings.
- Guests are served from the pan, and our area is cleared afterwards.
How to prepare
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Make sure each pan is labelled
- Ensure most guests can sit to eat
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
- Mention any other courses or food
A short rest after cooking helps, which is when we typically call guests over.
Add canapé tapas with the drinks or table tapas as a starter while the paella cooks.
Should I cook it myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Is live paella right for your event?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and food can sit out for a while. Paella is cooked in front of your guests and served hot. 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 Westbourne
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
Westbourne is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Vegan paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
The menu, dish by dish
Vegetable and vegan paella
The vegetable pan is a dish in its own right: peppers, artichokes and beans with saffron.
Seafood paella
A rich seafood stock with prawns, mussels and squid, cooked until the rice is golden. It is typically the most photographed pan.
What affects the price in Westbourne
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Your choice of paellas
- Distance and access to the venue
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How long we’re needed on site
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Where the event is
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- What the venue already provides
- The date and time of the event
Thinking about paella catering for your event in Westbourne? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Your questions about paella catering in Westbourne
Could we have live paella in Emslie Horniman's Pleasance?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Which station should guests use for Westbourne?
London Paddington station, about 0.8 miles east of the centre.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Is live paella good for a large crowd?
It’s ideal. Large pans and fast service from the pan make it well suited to crowds.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will make a plan B with you.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Live paella in Westbourne: local details
Westbourne is about 1 mile north of Kensington, in Greater London. For paella catering in Westbourne, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Westbourne is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover.
If you’re celebrating after a service at a church like St Stephen's Church, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as St. Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary School, can book us as a food stall.
For paella catering in W2, W11 and W9, we plan around your venue. Your event could be at a home on Salem Road, Acklam Road and Morgan Road or the roads around them. Westbourne sits on or near the A404 and A4206, which makes travel to your event easy. If your venue is just outside Westbourne, we also cover Westbourne Green (1 mile north-east), Bayswater (1 mile south), Little Venice (1 mile north-east), Maida Vale (1 mile north) and Paddington Green (1 mile east). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (5 miles east), St Pancras (3 miles east), Shoreditch (5 miles east), Walthamstow (9 miles north-east), Hoxton (5 miles east) and Whitechapel (5 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Montfichet's Tower (4.1 miles east) and Kensington Arcade (1.1 miles south). The countryside around Westbourne includes Campden Hill and Greville Place nature reserve.
- Nearby schools include Westminster Academy (within half a mile north-east) and Maida Vale School (0.9 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find Cock and Bottle pub (under half a mile south-west)
- Local facilities include Ladbroke Estate (0.5 miles south-west) and Abdus Salam Library (1.5 miles south-east)
Places near Westbourne
Other catering in Westbourne
- 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