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Paella catering in E13
We cater across all of the E13 postcode district, which takes in Plaistow, Upton Park and Greengate. Everything is cooked live on the day.
Planning an event in E13?
Areas within E13
Events we cater in E13
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Wedding paella catering
- Paella party catering
- Festival & event paella
- Corporate paella catering
- Live paella catering
- See all our catering
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a menu and a price: use our quote form.
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About paella catering in E13
Two or three pans side by side cover every guest: meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan paellas. Every pan is cooked on its own, so diets are easy to manage. On the menu are seafood paella, black rice and chicken and chorizo paella, and we are often booked for garden get-togethers and weddings, from canapés to evening food.
Here’s how the day generally runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and it’s served hot from the pan at the agreed time.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get a menu and an itemised quote.
- We agree timings, access and the cooking spot.
- On the day, we set up and cook in front of your guests.
- It is served straight from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
What you’ll pay
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why book with us
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Around Plaistow
Events here are frequently close to Memorial Community Church, The Earl Of Derby Public House and Newham Sixth Form College, among other places. Also close by are Kaizen Primary School (within half a mile south-east), The Service for Deaf and Partially Hearing Children (less than half a mile east) and Keir Hardie Park (0.9 miles south-west). The nearest railway station is West Ham station, roughly 0.9 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Greenwich Castle (3.4 miles south) and Stratford Centre (1.6 miles north-west). For a walk before or after the party, there is Old Ford Island and Hollow Pond.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include East Ham (1.4 miles north-east)
Catering events across E13
There are 5 towns and 0 villages and hamlets in E13, so whether your event is in Plaistow, Canning Town and East Ham or a quiet village, the approach is the same: level ground, ventilation and agreed timings.
Plaistow: Nearby historic houses include Queen's House (3.2 miles south) and Eastbury Manor House (3.3 miles east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early. If you are celebrating after a service at a church like Memorial Community Church, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well. Evenings in Plaistow stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
Paella compared with other options
A cold buffet is simple but has no theatre, and food can sit out for a while. Paella is cooked in front of your guests and served hot.
Comparing caterers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- The deadline for final numbers
- Whether VAT is included
Space, weather and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
Working with your venue
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
What affects the price in E13
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Parking and unloading
- Your choice of paellas
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
Your questions about paella catering in E13
How many different paellas?
Typically two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
Do you take everything away?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Is paella a full meal?
Paella is a meal in itself. Tapas and desserts can be added if you like.
What does paella catering cost?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
- 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