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Paella Party Catering in Putney
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Putney: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Anniversary celebrations
- Family get-togethers
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Paella party catering for your party in Putney
Paella is made for relaxed parties: it is served from the pan and shared, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. We cook chicken and chorizo paella, mixed paella and seafood paella, and we are frequently booked for summer garden parties and big family gatherings.
Throwing a party in Putney? Live paella means no cooking for you, in a garden, on a patio or at a venue. Mention any parking permits. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
- Area
- Putney (SW15, SW19, SW13)
- Region
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Hosting a paella party in Putney
Putney is about 1 mile south-west of Fulham, in Greater London. We cook at parties in gardens, halls and venues around Putney. We cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London. You can also see our page for London, about 6 miles away.
Thinking of a party in Bishops Park? Cooking in a public park typically needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. Nearby historic houses include Fulham Palace (0.6 miles north-east) and Kelmscott House (2 miles north). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
For paella party catering in SW15, SW19 and SW13, we plan around your venue. We can cater a party on streets such as Putney High Street, Upper Richmond Road and Spencer Walk or the roads around them. Putney is on the A3 and B306, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. If your venue is just outside Putney, we also cover Roehampton (1 mile south-west), Barnes (1 mile north-west), Fulham (1 mile north-east), Mortlake (2 miles west) and Wimbledon Park (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in London (6 miles north-east), City of Westminster (5 miles north-east), Marylebone (5 miles north-east), Kensington (3 miles north), St Pancras (6 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (8 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Putney Exchange (under half a mile east) and Antique Breadboard Museum (within half a mile north-east). Not far away are Henman Hill and Battersea Park Lake.
- Local schools include Putney School of Art and Design (under half a mile east) and ARK Putney Academy (0.6 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Railway pub (within half a mile south-east)
Should I cook it myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Events we cater in Putney
It works whatever the occasion, from christenings to retirements.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Celebrations of life
- Baby celebrations
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
For guests coming by train, Putney station is in Putney itself.
What to look for in a quote
- How each diet is kept separate
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The deposit and payment dates
Your questions about paella party catering in Putney
Can you cook in Bishops Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
We are having a ceremony at Polish Church of St John the Evangelist: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is typically elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you do starters?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Is my garden big enough?
Most gardens are fine. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. A photo helps.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Does it make a lot of smoke?
Paella is cooked over gas, so there is cooking steam and smell but little smoke. The smell is usually the best advert for the party.
What’s in the pans
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels, for the fish lovers.
Churros
All ages love churros.
What affects the price in Putney
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The number of people
- How many courses
- Timings and hours
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Where the event is
- The date and rough timings
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Nearby places to Putney
Also in Putney
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Level ground for the pans and burners
Putney 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 you book.
What we offer
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
What happens on the day
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. Sunset in Putney is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Getting a price
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Putney? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Have bins ready
- Warn the neighbours
- Count adults and children separately
At food time, we serve straight from the pan.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Organising for someone else?
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Putney? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
- 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