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Paella Party Catering for Highgate events
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Highgate and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Big family gatherings
- Retirement and leaving parties
Paella party catering for Highgate events
Party venues around Highgate
Highgate is about 2 miles north-east of Hampstead, in Greater London. Whether your party is in the middle of Highgate or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Highgate is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we cook.
Historic houses near Highgate include Witanhurst (less than half a mile south-west) and Athlone House (0.6 miles west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near Highgate can be an alternative, as long as there is outdoor space to cook.
This part of Greater London takes in N6, N19 and NW5. We can cater a party on streets such as Wood Lane, Grange Road and Talbot Road. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Upper Holloway (1 mile south-east), Dartmouth Park (1 mile south), Lissenden Gardens (1 mile south), Crouch End (1 mile north-east) and Tufnell Park (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (5 miles south-east), City of Westminster (4 miles south), Marylebone (4 miles south), Kensington (6 miles south-west), St Pancras (3 miles south) and Shoreditch (4 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include The Mall Wood Green (2.2 miles north-east) and Kenwood House (1 mile west). Open spaces near Highgate include Darland's Lake and Parkland Walk.
- Local schools include St Aloysius RC College (within half a mile south-east) and Asanté Academy of Chinese Medicine (0.5 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Angel Inn (less than half a mile south-west)
- Local facilities include Hornsey (1.2 miles north-east)
Paella party catering in Highgate, made fresh on the day
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. The food is our job. For street and neighbourhood parties and summer garden parties, we can cook mixed paella, churros and seafood paella and more.
In Highgate, a back-garden party is the usual choice, even if the garden is small. We need a level spot clear of fences and trees, and somewhere to park and unload. A photo of the garden helps. We serve straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it’s ready.
- Location
- Highgate (N6, N19, NW5)
- Region
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What’s in the pans
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels.
Places near Highgate
Also in Highgate
Where we can cook in Highgate
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Highgate is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Give separate numbers for children
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
Booked staff help serve and clear so you can relax.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Step by step
When the rice goes in, it is left alone. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Sunset in Highgate is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Common questions in Highgate
Is parking a problem for events in Highgate?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We’ll work around it.
We’re having a ceremony at Highgate United Reformed Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you supply crockery?
On request. Crockery or disposables are available.
Should we have more than one paella?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.
Is halal food available?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
How long does the paella take?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Is live paella right for your party?
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why Highgate hosts choose us
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- We cover Highgate and the whole of Greater London
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- No hidden extras in your quote
See Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Prices and what affects them
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many staff you need
- Whether you need crockery
- Your choice of paellas
- How many courses
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Highgate? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
- 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