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Paella Party Catering for New Addington events
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in New Addington.
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Big family gatherings
- Retirement and leaving parties
Paella party catering in New Addington
Paella party catering in New Addington, made fresh on the day
Paella is relaxed food: it’s served from the pan and shared, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. Whether it is retirement and leaving parties and garden get-togethers, we can cook vegetable paella, mixed paella and tapas and more.
Most parties in New Addington 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. A photo of the garden helps. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
- Area
- New Addington (CR0, CR9)
- County
- Greater London
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
FAQs for New Addington
Can you cook in Addington Vale?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
What’s the nearest station to New Addington for guests?
The closest is Hayes (Kent) station, roughly 2.6 miles away.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
Paella is cooked over gas, so there’s cooking steam and smell but little smoke. The smell is generally the best advert for the party.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Do you cook inside?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Tell us how many are coming.
DIY paella versus live catering
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Planning a party in New Addington
New Addington is about 4 miles south-east of Croydon, in Greater London. Tell us where your party in New Addington will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. We cater in all 764 towns and villages across Greater London. You can also see our page for London, about 11 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Hayes (Kent) station, about 2.6 miles north-east. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as St Edward King and Confessor, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
We cover parties in every part of the CR0 and CR9 postcode area and the streets around it. From Bothwell Road, Windham Avenue and Gascoigne Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. If your venue is just outside New Addington, we also cover Forestdale (1 mile west), Fickleshole (1 mile south), Addington (1 mile north-west), Farleigh (1 mile south-west) and Selsdon (2 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (11 miles north), City of Westminster (13 miles north-west), Marylebone (13 miles north-west), Kensington (14 miles north-west), St Pancras (13 miles north) and Shoreditch (13 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Warlingham Park Hospital (1.8 miles south) and Bethlem Museum of the Mind (3.3 miles north-east). Not far away are Nore Hill and Hutchinson's Bank.
- Schools near New Addington include Meridian High School (0.9 miles south-east)
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Live paella or other catering?
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. With live paella, you are a guest too. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why us?
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- A clear, itemised quote
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Drinks service on request
Take a look at How we price Or The cost guide.
How we price paella party catering
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Whether you need crockery
- Timings and hours
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The address or venue name
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
How it works
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. We need a level, ventilated spot, which we agree with you beforehand. At midsummer, it is light in New Addington until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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Who books paella party catering in New Addington?
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in New Addington book us for occasions like:
- Christenings and naming days
- Birthday parties
- Summer garden parties
- Leaving dos and retirements
Thinking of a party in Addington Vale? Cooking in a public park generally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first.
What your quote should include
- What happens if it rains
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- How each diet is kept separate
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Where we can cook in New Addington
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
New Addington 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 will tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- 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