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Paella party catering in Foots Cray, Greater London
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Foots Cray. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Big family gatherings
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Paella party catering in Foots Cray
How our paella party catering works in Foots Cray
Most gardens can host a paella party, as long as there is a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Not sure? Send a picture. Whether it is baby celebrations and summer garden parties, we’ll put together a menu of mixed paella, churros and chicken and chorizo paella and more.
Planning a London party in Foots Cray? Live paella keeps you out of the kitchen, in a garden, on a patio or at a venue. Tell us about parking permits. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Where
- Foots Cray (DA14, BR5)
- County
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
The process
Here’s how the day generally runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and it’s served hot from the pan at the agreed time. Sunset in Foots Cray is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Foots Cray, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
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Catering for every guest
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Warn the neighbours
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Have enough chairs for most guests
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Sangria sets the mood, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
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Can I cook paella for a crowd 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.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Live paella or other catering?
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so everyone eats together. And there is no host stuck at the grill. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Foots Cray
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Take a look at Our pricing And The cost guide.
Your questions about paella party catering in Foots Cray
What’s the nearest station to Foots Cray for guests?
Sidcup station, about 1.4 miles north of the centre.
Could we have live paella in Foots Cray Meadows?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell, and it’s a good smell. Let the neighbours know.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
How many different paellas?
Usually two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Do you come to Foots Cray?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Foots Cray and the rest of Greater London. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
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.
Events we cater in Foots Cray
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Milestone birthdays
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Summer garden parties
- Family get-togethers
Historic houses near Foots Cray include Danson House (2.8 miles north) and Red House (2.8 miles north). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
What your quote should include
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Staff numbers and hours
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- The deposit and payment dates
Party venues around Foots Cray
Foots Cray is about 1 mile south-east of Sidcup, in Greater London. From the centre of Foots Cray to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Foots Cray to London (11 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, Sidcup station is about 1.4 miles away. Thinking of a party in Foots Cray Meadows? Cooking in a public park generally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. Foots Cray is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cook at parties all over the DA14 and BR5 postcode area. Local streets include Cray Road, Evry Road and The Avenue; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. With the A223 close by, Foots Cray is easy for us to reach. Other places close to Foots Cray for paella party catering include Ruxley (1 mile east), Albany Park (1 mile north-west), Upper Ruxley (1 mile east), Sidcup (1 mile north-west) and North Cray (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in London (11 miles north-west), City of Westminster (13 miles north-west), Marylebone (13 miles north-west), Kensington (15 miles north-west), St Pancras (13 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (11 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Metropolitan Police Museum (1.3 miles north-west) and Queen Mary's Hospital (0.6 miles west). Not far away are Summer Hill and The Warren.
- Schools near Foots Cray include Kemnal Technology College (under half a mile south-west) and Walsingham School (0.9 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include Red Lion pub (less than half a mile north-east)
The menu, dish by dish
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate, a sweet finish.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties.
Space, weather and the venue
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
Foots Cray is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- 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