Greater London · England
Paella catering in E1
We cook at events in every part of the E1 postcode district, which takes in Shoreditch, Whitechapel and Bishopsgate. Everything is cooked live on the day.
Book live paella in E1
Places in E1
- Shoreditch
- Whitechapel
- Bishopsgate
- Spitalfields
- Aldgate
- Stepney
- St George in the East
- Wapping
- Ratcliff
- East End of London
- Tower Hill
- Bethnal Green
- Mile End
- Bow Common
- Shadwell
- Limehouse
Events we cater in E1
- Paella party catering
- Corporate paella catering
- Wedding paella catering
- Live paella catering
- Festival & event paella
- Tapas & canapé catering
- All catering
Send us your event details and postcode for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
About paella catering in E1
Watching it cook is part of the experience. Guests gather round as the sofrito sizzles and the saffron colours the rice, and the smell does the rest. Typical bookings include leaving dos and retirements and christenings and family gatherings, serving mixed paella, vegan paella and seafood paella.
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and how many.
- We come back with paellas to suit your guests, plus any extras.
- Closer to the day, we confirm timings and the cooking spot.
- We set up, cook from scratch and keep an eye on your timings.
- We serve, then leave our area tidy.
What it costs in E1
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why hosts in E1 choose us
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Local landmarks in Shoreditch
Locally, our events take us close to Hackney University Technical College, Virginia Primary School and Former London Apprentice pub, among other places. Also close by are St Mary-at-Hill (1.1 miles south), St Leonard's Church (within half a mile north-east), Artillery Ground (0.5 miles south-west) and The Prince's School of Traditional Arts (under half a mile west). There is a railway station in Shoreditch itself: Shoreditch High Street station. Well-known places in the area include Dennis Severs' House (less than half a mile south) and Tower of London (1.2 miles south). The countryside around Shoreditch includes Tower Hill and St. James's Park Lake.
- Other local spots include Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives (0.5 miles south) and County of London (0.9 miles south-west)
Planning live paella in E1
E1 covers everything from Shoreditch, Whitechapel and Bishopsgate to 0 small villages and hamlets, and live paella suits every kind of setting. In towns, plan parking and access; in villages, tell us about lanes and ground.
Shoreditch: Parks such as Artillery Ground usually need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there. Historic houses near Shoreditch include Mansion House (1 mile south-west) and Dr Johnson's House (1.5 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early. Planning an evening event in Shoreditch? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; once it is dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
About the dishes
Paella Valenciana
Valencians take their paella seriously. The classic version is chicken, green beans and butter beans with saffron, and it’s a crowd-pleaser.
Black rice
Black rice gets its colour from squid ink, and is normally served with alioli. It makes a dramatic second seafood pan.
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Planning the cooking area
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
Paella compared with other options
Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. Live paella needs only a level, ventilated spot and permission to cook, and gives guests something to watch.
Questions to ask before booking
- Staff numbers and hours
- If the price includes VAT
- The deadline for final numbers
- Space, access and power needs
Occasions we cook for in E1
Live paella is food and a show in one. The pans become a focal point, and the food is hot and generous.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Birthday celebrations
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
- Garden get-togethers
- Staff parties and work lunches
Your questions about paella catering in E1
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Who clears up?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Can you do sangria?
Yes, sangria. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
What seafood can we have?
We will talk through seafood options when we plan your menu.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
- 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