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Paella catering in IG7
Hosting a party in IG7? We cover Woodford Bridge and the rest of the district, with live paella cooked at your venue.
Planning an event in IG7?
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Events we cater in IG7
- Corporate paella catering
- Festival & event paella
- Paella party catering
- Live paella catering
- Wedding paella catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- See all our catering
Send us your event details and postcode for a quote: fill in our quote form.
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About paella catering in IG7
We cook every paella from scratch on the day, starting with a slow sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, then the stock, saffron and rice. We cook black rice, seafood paella and paella Valenciana, and typical bookings are for christenings and family gatherings and retirement and leaving parties.
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day.
- You share your date, numbers and venue.
- We plan the menu with you, including every diet.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- The sofrito, stock and rice go in, and guests gather to watch.
- We serve hot from the pan and clear our cooking area.
Prices in IG7
Larger events typically cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why hosts in IG7 choose us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Events in IG7 and across Greater London
- A clear, itemised quote
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Local landmarks in Woodford Bridge
In Woodford Bridge, that can mean a party near Church of St Paul, West Hatch High School and Woodford Green Preparatory School. You will also find Roding Primary School (less than half a mile south-west) and Linder's Field (1.9 miles north). The nearest railway station is Highams Park station, about 2.4 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find 17 & Central (3.7 miles south-west) and The Epping Forest Museum (2.6 miles north-west). For a walk before or after the party, there is Highams Park Lake and Roding Valley Meadows.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Buckhurst Hill East (1.4 miles north)
Catering events across IG7
Across IG7, we cook in 1 towns and 0 villages and hamlets, so whether your event is in Woodford Bridge or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level, ventilated spot and a clear plan.
Woodford Bridge: Thinking of a picnic-style party in Linder's Field? Public parks usually need permission from the council or landowner for cooking, so check first. If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Roding Primary School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser. Evenings in Woodford Bridge stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; once it’s dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
Occasions we cook for in IG7
Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets, which is why it works for so many occasions. It also gives guests something to watch and talk about.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in IG7 and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Birthday celebrations
- Festivals, fairs and school events
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Anniversary celebrations
Working with your venue
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
What affects the price in IG7
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Timings and hours
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Travel, parking and access
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- What the venue already provides
- The venue or postcode
- Which courses you have in mind
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Make sure most guests can sit to eat
- Plan a meat, a seafood and a vegetable or vegan pan
- Ask for labels on each pan
Any staff you book serve and clear, so you can enjoy your guests.
Need plates or staff? We can provide them.
The menu, dish by dish
Black rice
Squid ink rice is bold and savoury.
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich fish stock, finished with lemon wedges. It’s typically the most photographed pan.
Your questions about paella catering in IG7
What does paella catering cost?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we will reply with a price.
Will there be enough food?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Is halal food available?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. 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