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Paella Party Catering for Blackfriars events
Planning paella party catering in Blackfriars? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Birthday parties
- Garden get-togethers
Live paella party catering in Blackfriars
Paella party catering in Blackfriars, cooked live
Paella is relaxed food: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. On the menu are vegetable paella, mixed paella and churros, and typical bookings are for naming days and christenings and wakes and memorial gatherings.
In Blackfriars, a back-garden party is the usual choice, even if the garden is small. We need a level spot clear of fences and trees, and somewhere to park and unload. A picture of the garden helps. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Location
- Blackfriars (SE1, EC1M, EC1N)
- Region
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What we need at the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
Blackfriars is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Blackfriars
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
Paella compared with other options
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why Blackfriars hosts choose us
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Fast service from the pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Read How we price And The cost guide.
Perfect for your party in Blackfriars
Any occasion works, from christenings to retirements.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Retirement celebrations
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Christenings and naming days
- Big birthdays
If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near Blackfriars can be an alternative, as long as there’s outdoor space to cook.
Questions to ask before booking
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- When final numbers are due
What paella party catering costs
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The length of service
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many guests are eating
- How many staff you need
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What we need to know
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Which courses you have in mind
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Dishes our guests love
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Seafood paella
Seafood paella usually gets the photos.
Party venues around Blackfriars
Blackfriars is about 1 mile north-west of London, in Greater London. For a party in Blackfriars, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cover 764 places in Greater London.
Nearby historic houses include Dr Johnson's House (under half a mile north-west) and Mansion House (0.6 miles east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Thinking of a party in Bernie Spain Gardens? Cooking in a public park generally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first.
For paella party catering in SE1, EC1M and EC1N, we plan around your venue. That could mean a party in a garden on Oat Lane, Bear Lane and Shoe Lane or the roads around them. Main roads around Blackfriars include the A4 and A40, which makes travel to your party easy. If your venue is just outside Blackfriars, we also cover Temple (1 mile west), Temple Bar (1 mile west), Bankside (1 mile south-east), Smithfield (1 mile north) and Clare Market (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (14 miles west), Brompton (3 miles south-west) and Stockwell (3 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find St Brides Crypt Museum (less than half a mile north-west) and St Philip's Hospital (0.6 miles west). Not far away are Barnsbury Wood and St. James's Park Lake.
- Local schools include London Nautical School (0.5 miles south-west) and St Alban's Church of England Primary School (0.6 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Black Friar pub (less than half a mile south-east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Barts Health Archives (under half a mile north-east) and County of London (0.6 miles east)
What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it’s still served fresh. A summer party in Blackfriars stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve, then clear our area.
How to prepare
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Get a quote
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
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Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
Children love watching the paella cook, from a safe distance.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
Your questions about paella party catering in Blackfriars
We’re having a ceremony at St Ann Blackfriars: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
What’s the nearest station to Blackfriars for guests?
London Blackfriars station, in Blackfriars itself.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Can you do sangria?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
What does paella party catering cost?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Do you cater in Blackfriars?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Blackfriars and the rest of Greater London. For a quote, use our quote form.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can you cook indoors?
Normally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
DIY paella versus live catering
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.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
- 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