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Paella party catering in Bow, Greater London
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Bow.
- Naming days and christenings
- Family get-togethers
- Retirement and leaving parties
Paella party catering for Bow events
Paella party catering in Bow, cooked live
Paella is made for relaxed parties: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, without any fuss. We cook seafood paella, vegetable paella and tapas, and we’re regularly asked to cater milestone birthdays and wakes and celebrations of life.
Planning a London party in Bow? Live paella means no cooking for you, and works in gardens, on patios and at hired venues. Mention any parking permits. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Bow (E3)
- Region
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Questions from Bow
We’re having a ceremony at St Paul Old Ford: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Is parking a problem for events in Bow?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We will work around it.
When should I book?
As early as you can for summer weekends, which fill up first. Ask about your date.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Is my garden big enough?
Many gardens work. We need level ground, clearance and access. Send us a picture.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
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Why choose live paella in Bow?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
What you get with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Drinks service on request
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Where we can cook in Bow
We’ll be honest if a space will not work. What matters most:
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
As a London location, Bow is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Give separate numbers for children
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Let the neighbours know
After service, we pack down, so the party carries on.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep hunger at bay.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Whether you need crockery
- How long we’re needed on site
- Parking and unloading
- Guest numbers
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The courses you’d like
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
The process
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. A summer party in Bow stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Have a level space ready for the pans
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
The menu, dish by dish
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who do not eat seafood.
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
Hosting a paella party in Bow
Bow is about 1 mile south-east of Hackney, in Greater London. For paella party catering in Bow, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Bow is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we cook.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Hackney Wick station, about 0.9 miles north. Historic houses near Bow include Sutton House (1.6 miles north-west) and Mansion House (2.9 miles south-west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Paella party catering in E3 is planned around your venue. Local streets include Trellis Square, Sheffield Square and Bromley High Street; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. You will find Bow on the B142, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. For parties just outside Bow, we cover Donnybrook Quarter (1 mile north), Old Ford (1 mile north-east), Mile End (1 mile south), Fish Island (1 mile north) and Bromley (1 mile south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (4 miles south-west), City of Westminster (6 miles west), Marylebone (5 miles west), Kensington (8 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles west) and Walthamstow (4 miles north).
A little further out are St Clement's Hospital (less than half a mile south) and Westfield Stratford City (1.3 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Hollow Pond and Old Ford Island.
- Local schools include Mulberry UTC (under half a mile north) and Mulberry UTC (less than half a mile north)
- Nearby, you will find Lord Tredegar Public House (less than half a mile south-west)
- Other local spots include Park (0.5 miles north)
- 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