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Paella catering in EC2M
We cook at events in every part of the EC2M postcode district, which takes in City of London. Everything is cooked live on the day.
Live paella across EC2M
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Catering in EC2M
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Live paella catering
- Wedding paella catering
- Festival & event paella
- Paella party catering
- Corporate paella catering
- See all our catering
Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a menu and a price: send us your details through our quote form.
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Paella catering across EC2M
Almost any venue with a level, ventilated spot will do: a garden, marquee, barn, courtyard or field. Typical bookings include weddings and evening receptions and company summer parties, with black rice, chicken and chorizo paella and mixed paella.
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get a menu and an itemised quote.
- Timings, access and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- We cook live on the day while guests watch.
- We serve from the pan, then pack down.
Pricing in EC2M
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why choose Love Paella
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Get a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Local landmarks in City of London
In City of London, that can mean a party near Fashion Retail Academy, Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre and Barts Health Archives and the streets around them. Also close by are Golden Fleece pub (within half a mile south), St Alphage Garden (under half a mile north), Central Foundation Boys' School (0.8 miles north) and St Mary-at-Hill (0.5 miles south-east). There’s a railway station in City of London itself: London Cannon Street station, handy for guests travelling by train. Well-known places in the area include County of London (within half a mile north) and London Bridge Hospital (0.6 miles south-east). The countryside around City of London includes St. James's Park Lake and Barnsbury Wood.
- Places of worship nearby include St Olave Old Jewry (within half a mile east)
About the dishes
Seafood paella
The secret is a well-made seafood stock. Shellfish goes in towards the end so it stays tender.
Black rice
Black rice looks dramatic and tastes of the sea, and is popular with adventurous guests.
Is live paella right for you?
Barbecues cook in batches, so food comes off in waves. Paella is ready all at once, so everyone eats together.
Comparing caterers
- How each diet is kept separate
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether travel is included
- If the price includes VAT
Why live paella works
Paella is quick to serve and suits mixed diets, so it suits all kinds of occasions. It gives people something to gather round, too.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in EC2M book us for occasions like:
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Company summer parties
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
How we price paella catering
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Waiting and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- The number of people
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Where the event is
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Working with your venue
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Questions from EC2M
Which paellas suit our guests?
That depends on who’s coming. Chicken and mixed paellas tend to go first, alongside seafood and vegetable or vegan pans.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Is live paella good for a large crowd?
It’s ideal. Large pans and fast service from the pan make it well suited to crowds.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the pans, burners and ingredients. You just need a suitable spot and access.
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.
- 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