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Paella party catering in Harmondsworth, Greater London
Love Paella cooks paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Harmondsworth and Greater London, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Planning an event in Harmondsworth?
Paella party catering in Harmondsworth, cooked live
Mixed groups are easy: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood pan and a vegetable or vegan pan side by side. A plain chicken paella keeps children happy. On the menu are tapas, seafood paella and vegetable paella, and typical bookings are for naming days and christenings and wakes and memorial gatherings.
Most parties in Harmondsworth are in back gardens, which in London can be compact. A level spot away from fences and trees, plus parking nearby, is all we need. Send a photo of the garden. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated, and served as soon as it’s ready.
- Area
- Harmondsworth (UB7, TW6)
- Region
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning a party in Harmondsworth
Harmondsworth is about 1 mile south-west of West Drayton, in Greater London. For paella party catering in Harmondsworth, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Harmondsworth. We cook in 764 places in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 17 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
We cook at parties all over the UB7 and TW6 postcode area and the streets around it. Local streets include Moor Lane, Hatch Lane and High Street; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. We also cook at parties in Longford (1 mile south-west), Sipson (1 mile north-east), Heathrow (2 miles south-east), Harlington (2 miles east) and Stanwell (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include City of Westminster (14 miles east), Marylebone (14 miles east), Kensington (12 miles east), Hampstead (14 miles east), Ruislip (7 miles north-east) and Brompton (14 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include British Airways Heritage Collection (3.5 miles north) and Harlington (1.4 miles east). Not far away are Crane Meadows and Staines Reservoirs.
- Local schools include Harlington Community School (2 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Five Bells Inn (within half a mile north)
Nearby places to Harmondsworth
What else we do in Harmondsworth
Step by step
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. A summer party in Harmondsworth stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s 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 set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
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Should I cook it myself?
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Where we can cook in Harmondsworth
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
Harmondsworth 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 picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
What’s in the pans
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock, for the fish lovers.
Harmondsworth: your questions answered
What about parking in Harmondsworth?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We will plan unloading around it.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Yes, if there’s a suitable outdoor or ventilated spot to cook. Check the venue allows live cooking.
How far in advance should we book?
Early is best, but ask even if it is soon. Send your date and we’ll check.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, including Greater London. Find your area.
Does it make plenty of smoke?
There’s a cooking smell, but much less smoke than a barbecue, and it is a good smell. A friendly note to the neighbours helps.
What about pudding?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Typically, yes, if there’s a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send us a photo of the space.
What affects the price in Harmondsworth
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- The paellas you choose
- How many courses
- Waiting and bar staff
- How many guests are eating
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The venue or postcode
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
Send us the date, your venue or UB7 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just use our quote form.
Events we cater in Harmondsworth
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
- Big family gatherings
If guests are coming by rail, Heathrow Terminal 5 Rail station is about 1 mile away.
Questions to ask before booking
- The deposit and payment dates
- Who provides the crockery
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether VAT is included
Why live cooking beats a buffet
If you want special but not formal, live paella is hard to beat. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why book with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- A clear, itemised quote
See How we price And What paella catering costs.
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
- 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