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Paella Party Catering in Golders Green
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Golders Green.
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Family get-togethers
Paella party catering in Golders Green
Paella party catering in Golders Green, cooked live
You get to enjoy your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. We take care of the food. Whether it is engagement and anniversary parties and birthday parties, we will put together a menu of vegetable paella, seafood paella and churros.
Planning a London party in Golders Green? Live paella means no cooking for you, in a garden, on a patio or at a venue. Mention any parking permits. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Location
- Golders Green (NW11, NW2, NW3)
- Region
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Who books paella party catering in Golders Green?
Any occasion works, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
Whatever you are celebrating in Golders Green, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Retirement celebrations
- Big family gatherings
- Garden get-togethers
If guests are coming by rail, Cricklewood station is about 1.2 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The venue requirements
- If the price includes VAT
- What the price includes, item by item
How we price paella party catering
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The length of service
- Travel, parking and access
- How many guests are eating
- Waiting and bar staff
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Expected numbers
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Common questions in Golders Green
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Alban the Martyr: 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. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can you cook in Childs Hill Park?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Is paella OK for kids?
Of course. A simple chicken paella goes down well with children. Include children in your numbers.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Tell us what you need and we will include it in the quote.
Do you take everything away?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Do you cover Golders Green?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Golders Green and the rest of Greater London. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Planning a party in Golders Green
Golders Green is about 1 mile north of West Hampstead, in Greater London. For paella party catering in Golders Green, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London. Our events stretch from Golders Green to London (7 miles away).
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Alban the Martyr, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Nearby historic houses include Heath House (1.1 miles south-east) and Heath Hall (1.2 miles east). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Wherever your party is in NW11, NW2 and NW3, we can bring paella party catering to you. Whether your party is on Nant Road, Hoop Lane and Park Avenue or a nearby road, we can cook there. If your venue is just outside Golders Green, we also cover Temple Fortune (1 mile north), Childs Hill (1 mile south), North End (1 mile south-east), Hampstead Garden Suburb (1 mile north-east) and Vale of Health (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (7 miles south-east), City of Westminster (5 miles south-east), Marylebone (4 miles south-east), Kensington (5 miles south), St Pancras (5 miles south-east) and Shoreditch (6 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find New End Hospital (1.4 miles south-east) and Frognal and Fitzjohns (1.4 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Parliament Hill and Darland's Lake.
- Nearby schools include The King Alfred School (0.6 miles south-east) and The Henrietta Barnett School (0.7 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Old Bull and Bush pub (0.8 miles south-east)
What’s in the pans
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Vegetable paella
Vegetarians get a real main course.
Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
We are set up before guests arrive, so the cooking is under way as people arrive.
Sangria sets the mood, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
Organising for someone else?
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
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Paella compared with other options
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- A clear, itemised quote
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Take a look at Our pricing Or The cost guide.
The process
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. For a late-May party in Golders Green, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we will 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 set up and get cooking.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Read more
- 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