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Paella catering in IG11
We cater across all of the IG11 postcode district, which takes in Barking, Thames View Estate and Barking Riverside. Everything is cooked live on the day.
Planning an event in IG11?
Towns and villages in IG11
Catering in IG11
- Corporate paella catering
- Festival & event paella
- Live paella catering
- Wedding paella catering
- Paella party catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- All catering
Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a menu and a price: use our quote form.
How paella catering works in IG11
Live paella catering means we bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients to your event and cook in front of your guests. Once it’s ready, we serve it hot from the pan. We cook seafood paella, paella Valenciana and black rice, and typical bookings are for retirement celebrations and anniversaries and engagement parties.
Here’s how the day usually runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a clear 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.
What it costs in IG11
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why hosts in IG11 choose us
- Events in IG11 and across Greater London
- Fast service from the pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Real theatre, not just catering
Get a quote
Send us the date, your venue or IG11 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. Just use our quote form.
Around Barking
In Barking, that can mean a party near St Patrick's Church, Mayesbrook Park and Eastbury Primary School. Other local landmarks include The Barking Dog pub (0.8 miles north-west) and Greatfields School (0.5 miles west). For guests coming by rail, the closest station is Barking station, roughly 0.8 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Barking Community Hospital (less than half a mile north) and East End Women's Museum (0.9 miles west). The countryside around Barking includes Ripple Nature Reserve and Hollow Pond.
- Local facilities include East Ham (1.8 miles west)
Catering events across IG11
Across IG11, we cook in 3 towns and 2 villages and hamlets, so whether your event is in Barking, East Ham and Loxford or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level, ventilated spot and a clear plan.
Barking: Parks such as Mayesbrook Park generally need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Barking station, about 0.8 miles north-west. Around midsummer it stays light in Barking until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening events are usually served in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:50pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
Why live paella works
Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets, so it suits all kinds of occasions. It also gives guests something to watch and talk about.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Company summer parties
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Milestone birthday parties
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
What paella catering costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- The number of people
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- The courses you’d like
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Where the event is
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Tell us what else is being served
- Ask about diets and allergies on your invitation or RSVP
- Ensure each pan is labelled
Once the rice is in, it needs about 20 minutes, so we time it carefully. If timings shift, we adapt.
Bread, salad and lemon go well alongside and suit guests who aren’t big rice eaters.
Space, weather and the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
IG11 questions
Which paellas suit our guests?
That depends on who’s coming. Chicken and mixed paellas tend to go first, with seafood and vegetable pans alongside.
How many paellas should we have?
Typically two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
What does paella catering cost?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
Does paella work for big events?
Very much so. We plan the number of pans and serving points around your numbers.
- 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