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Paella party catering in Hacton, Greater London
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Hacton and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Retirement celebrations
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Anniversary celebrations
Book paella party catering in Hacton
What paella party catering costs
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- The length of service
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Parking and unloading
- Guest numbers
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Anything your venue supplies
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
- Any dietary needs and allergies
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will put together a menu and price.
How our paella party catering works in Hacton
Birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer get-togethers all suit live paella. The pans become the focal point, and the food is served hot and generous. On the menu are churros, vegetable paella and tapas, and we’re often booked for retirement and leaving parties and naming days and christenings.
In Hacton, a back-garden party is the usual choice, even if the garden is small. A level spot away from fences and trees, plus parking nearby, is all we need. Send a photo of the garden. Everything is cooked from scratch at your party, not reheated, and served the moment it’s ready.
- Where
- Hacton (RM12, RM14, RM13)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Is live paella right for your party?
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And nobody is stuck at the grill. Larger events generally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Hacton
- Catering across Greater London, including Hacton
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Take a look at Our prices page And The cost guide.
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 quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
As a London location, Hacton is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Hacton
- Churros
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
Planners, venues and businesses
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
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About the dishes
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
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.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Your questions about paella party catering in Hacton
We’re having a ceremony at St Matthews Church Hall: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is parking a problem for events in Hacton?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We will plan unloading around it.
Should we have more than one paella?
Typically two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
How much is live paella catering?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Do you cater for children?
Most children enjoy paella, especially a mild chicken one. Tell us how many and their ages.
Planning a party in Hacton
Hacton is about 2 miles south of Hornchurch, in Greater London. For a party in Hacton, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Hacton. Hacton is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. We cook right across the region, from Hacton to London (14 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Rainham Hall (2.1 miles south-west) and Hare Hall (3.4 miles north). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Local halls and clubs near Hacton are an option if the garden is small.
For paella party catering in RM12, RM14 and RM13, we plan around your venue and timings. Streets in the area include Gerpins Lane and Berwick Pond Road, and we can cook for a party on any of them. We also cook at parties in Upminster Bridge (1 mile north), Hornchurch (2 miles north), Upminster (2 miles north-east), Wennington (2 miles south) and Cranham (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (14 miles west), St Pancras (15 miles west), Shoreditch (13 miles west), Walthamstow (11 miles west), Hoxton (13 miles west) and Whitechapel (13 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Hornchurch Urban District (2 miles north) and St George's Hospital (0.7 miles north-west). Open spaces near Hacton include Ingrebourne Valley.
- Nearby schools include Sanders Draper School (1 mile north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Optimist Tavern (0.8 miles north)
What happens on the day
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. For a late-May party in Hacton, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Ask for a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Have bins ready
- Give separate numbers for children
Booked staff help serve and clear.
Tapas to start keep guests happy.
- 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