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Paella Party Catering in West Kensington
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across West Kensington and Greater London, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Garden get-togethers
Live paella party catering in West Kensington
Paella compared with other options
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella is hard to beat. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why choose Love Paella in West Kensington
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Read Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
Paella party catering for your party in West Kensington
Paella is made for relaxed parties: it’s served from the pan and shared, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. Popular choices include churros, mixed paella and seafood paella, and we’re frequently booked for summer garden parties and retirement and leaving parties.
Most parties in West Kensington 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 picture of the garden helps. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Area
- West Kensington (W14, SW6, SW5)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Space, weather and the venue
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
West Kensington is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in West Kensington
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
About the dishes
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate, a sweet finish.
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought.
How it works
Here’s how the day generally runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it’s served hot from the pan when you are ready to eat. At midsummer, it’s light in West Kensington until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
How to prepare
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Count adults and children separately
- Warn the neighbours
- Have bins ready
- Plan seats for most guests
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
A jug of sangria sets the tone, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
Who books paella party catering in West Kensington?
It is sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Family reunions
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Parks such as Gwendwr Garden usually need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Travel and parking costs
West Kensington parties: what to know
West Kensington is about 1 mile south of Kensington, in Greater London. Whether your party is in the middle of West Kensington or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. West Kensington is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover.
After a christening at a church like St Cuthbert's, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near West Kensington can be an alternative, as long as there is outdoor space to cook.
For paella party catering in W14, SW6 and SW5, we plan around your venue and your guests. We can cater a party on streets such as Sun Road, Star Road and Field Road or the roads around them. Other places close to West Kensington for paella party catering include North End (1 mile west), Brook Green (1 mile north-west), Fulham (1 mile south), Hammersmith (1 mile west) and Brackenbury Village (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include London (5 miles east), City of Westminster (3 miles north-east), Marylebone (3 miles north-east), St Pancras (5 miles north-east), Shoreditch (6 miles north-east) and Walthamstow (10 miles north-east).
A little further out are Fulham Hospital (0.6 miles south-west) and Hammersmith Broadway (0.8 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Campden Hill and The Long Water.
- Schools near West Kensington include Avonmore Primary School (under half a mile north)
- Pubs nearby include Seven Stars pub (within half a mile south-east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Abdus Salam Library (1.3 miles north-east) and Ladbroke Estate (1.5 miles north)
DIY paella versus live catering
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
West Kensington: your questions answered
We’re having a ceremony at St Cuthbert's: 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 normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for West Kensington?
The closest is Kensington Olympia station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We arrive with everything we need and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what you need and we’ll include it in the quote.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Is paella OK for kids?
Of course. Children normally love a plain chicken paella. Tell us how many children are coming.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Organising a club, school or community event in West Kensington? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
- 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