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Paella Party Catering in Telegraph Hill
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Telegraph Hill: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Family get-togethers
- Celebrations of life
Paella party catering near Telegraph Hill
How our paella party catering works in Telegraph Hill
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in the garden or venue and cook as your guests chat. We’re often asked to cater neighbourhood celebrations and naming days and christenings, serving vegetable paella, seafood paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
Planning a London party in Telegraph Hill? Live paella means no cooking for you, in a garden, on a patio or at a venue. Tell us about parking permits. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
- Area
- Telegraph Hill (SE4, SE15, SE14)
- Region
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That is how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. Your guests will smell it before they see it. At midsummer, it’s light in Telegraph Hill until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Telegraph Hill, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The paellas you choose
- The length of service
- Parking and unloading
- Starters, canapés and desserts
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the event is
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Anything your venue supplies
- The courses you’d like
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning the cooking area
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Level ground for the pans and burners
As a London location, Telegraph Hill is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Menu ideas
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
Can I cook paella for a crowd 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. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Questions from Telegraph Hill
Which station should guests use for Telegraph Hill?
Brockley station, in Telegraph Hill itself.
What about parking in Telegraph Hill?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We’ll plan unloading around it.
Do you cater in Telegraph Hill?
Yes, we do. Telegraph Hill is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, Greater London included. Find your area.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
After service, we pack down, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
Sangria sets the mood, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
Party venues around Telegraph Hill
Telegraph Hill is about 1 mile south-west of New Cross, in Greater London. For a party in Telegraph Hill, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cook in all 764 towns and villages across Greater London.
Thinking of a party in Fordham Park? Cooking in a public park typically needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. Nearby historic houses include Queen's House (2 miles north-east) and Kingswood House (2.9 miles south-west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Wherever your party is in SE4, SE15 and SE14, we can bring paella party catering to you. From Mona Road, Pepys Road and Kitto Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Telegraph Hill for paella party catering include Nunhead (1 mile south-west), New Cross (1 mile north-east), Peckham (1 mile north-west), St Johns (1 mile east) and Brockley (1 mile south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (3 miles north-west), City of Westminster (6 miles north-west), Marylebone (6 miles north-west), Kensington (7 miles west), St Pancras (5 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (4 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Lewisham Shopping Centre (1.4 miles east) and Nunhead (within half a mile west). Green spaces nearby include St. James's Park Lake and New Cross Gate Cutting.
- Schools near Telegraph Hill include Haberdashers' Hatcham College (within half a mile north) and Southwark Free School (1.3 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Brockley Barge pub (less than half a mile south-east)
Dishes our guests love
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well, and meat eaters often try it too.
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Also in Telegraph Hill
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Real theatre, not just catering
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Catering across Greater London, including Telegraph Hill
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
- 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