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Paella Party Catering for Mitcham events
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Mitcham and across Greater London.
- Family reunions
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Book paella party catering in Mitcham
How our paella party catering works in Mitcham
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. We take care of the food. Whether it is wakes and celebrations of life and retirement and leaving parties, we can cook vegetable paella, tapas and chicken and chorizo paella and more.
Throwing a party in Mitcham? Live paella means no cooking for you, in a garden, on a patio or at a venue. Tell us about parking permits. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Where
- Mitcham (CR4, SW16, SM4)
- Region
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Parties in Mitcham: gardens, venues and local tips
Mitcham is about 2 miles west of Thornton Heath, in Greater London. For a party in Mitcham, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Mitcham is one of 764 places in Greater London where we cook. Our events stretch from Mitcham to London (7 miles away).
After a christening at a church like St. Mark's Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Thinking of a party in Cranmer Green? Cooking in a public park usually needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first.
Here we cover the CR4, SW16 and SM4 postcode area, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Whether your party is on Kings Road, Baker Lane and Manor Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Other places close to Mitcham for paella party catering include Hackbridge (1 mile north), Eastfields (1 mile north), Colliers Wood (1 mile north-west), Merton Abbey (2 miles north-west) and Furzedown (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in London (7 miles north), City of Westminster (8 miles north), Marylebone (8 miles north), Kensington (7 miles north), St Pancras (9 miles north) and Shoreditch (9 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Wandle Industrial Museum (0.7 miles west) and Wilson Hospital (0.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Mitcham include Duppas Hill and Cranmer Green.
- Local schools include St Mark's Church of England Academy (0.5 miles north) and The Archbishop Lanfranc School (1.1 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The White Lion of Mortimer pub (0.7 miles north-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include St Leonard's (2.1 miles north-east)
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Ordering in is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. 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.
Why book with us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
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Events we cater in Mitcham
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
These are some of the occasions we cater in Mitcham and Greater London:
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Naming days and christenings
- Big birthdays
- Summer garden parties
If guests are coming by rail, Mitcham Eastfields station is about 0.5 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- How bad weather is handled
- Staff numbers and hours
- If the price includes VAT
- A clear list of what’s included
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Count adults and children separately
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
As a London location, Mitcham is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Mitcham
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Your choice of paellas
- How many staff you need
- Travel, parking and access
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The date and rough timings
- The address or venue name
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Which courses you have in mind
Send us the date, your venue or CR4 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your party. Any tapas or canapés are served first as the rice is cooking. For a late-May party in Mitcham, 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.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
How to get a price
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Your questions about paella party catering in Mitcham
We’re having a ceremony at St. Mark's Church: can you cater afterwards?
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. Send us the reception address.
Can you cook in Cranmer Green?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Can you do a kids’ option?
Most children enjoy paella, particularly a simple chicken pan. Tell us how many and their ages.
Is halal food available?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Frequently, yes, if there is a level spot clear of fences and trees. Send us a photo of the space.
Can you cook indoors?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
How early should we book?
Early for summer weekends. Ask about your date.
Will the neighbours notice?
There’s a cooking smell, but much less smoke than a barbecue. A friendly note to the neighbours helps.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
- 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