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Paella catering in RM12

Live paella catering across RM12, from Hornchurch, Elm Park and Hacton. For weddings, parties and corporate events, with every diet catered for.

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Paella catering across RM12

A single cooking set-up can feed a crowd, there is very little waste, and the food arrives hot. That is why it works for so many events. We’re often asked to cater anniversary celebrations and weddings and evening receptions, serving vegetable paella, vegan paella and chicken and chorizo paella.

Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring.

Contact us with the basics: when, where and how many.
Expect a menu idea and a clear, itemised price.
A week or so before, we confirm the plan.
On the day we cook live, timed around your event.
We serve, then leave our area tidy.

What it costs in RM12

The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.

What you get with us

Paella cooked from scratch on site
Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Real theatre, not just catering
No hidden extras in your quote

How to get a price

A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.

Local landmarks in Hornchurch

Locally, our events take us close to J.J. Moon's pub, Langtons Infant School and Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College, among other places. Nearby too are Saint George's Church (within half a mile south) and St. Andrew's Park (0.7 miles north-east). The nearest railway station is Emerson Park station, about 0.7 miles north. Nearby you will also find St George's Hospital (0.9 miles south) and Hornchurch Urban District (0.5 miles north). The countryside around Hornchurch includes Hornchurch Cutting.

Live paella across RM12: what to know

From Hornchurch, Elm Park and South Hornchurch to 1 villages and hamlets, events across RM12 range from town-centre venues to gardens and fields, and live paella suits every kind of setting. Town events mean planning parking; village events mean planning access.

Hornchurch: Parks such as St. Andrew's Park generally need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there. For a christening or wedding at a church such as Saint George's Church, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Around midsummer it stays light in Hornchurch until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening events are typically served in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:50pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.

Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?

Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.

Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.

What we need at the venue

No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:

Somewhere close to park and unload
Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls

Who books paella catering?

Few dishes cope with mixed diets like paella, because each version is cooked in its own pan. Nobody gets a token ‘special meal’.

Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:

Big birthdays
Summer garden parties
Weddings, from canapés to evening food
Leaving dos and retirements

Planning for every diet

We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:

Give us separate numbers for children
Request clear labels at the serving table
Have seats for most of your guests
Mention any other courses or food

If you’ve booked staff, they’ll serve, clear and help keep things moving, so you can relax.

Tapas or canapés make a good start as the rice cooks.

Prices and what affects them

The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:

Your choice of paellas
Plates, cutlery and glassware
Starters, canapés and desserts
Travel, parking and access

When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.

Details that help

You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:

Your date and when you want to eat
Which courses you have in mind
Diets and allergies you know about
The address or venue name

Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote.

RM12: your questions answered

Can you serve drinks?

Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.

What seafood can we have?

We will talk through seafood options when we plan your menu, including premium options if you want them.

Do you provide plates and cutlery?

Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.

Can you cook in the rain?

Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.

Can you serve tapas as well?

Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.

Can you cook halal paella?

Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.

Does paella work for big events?

Very much so. We size pans and serving points to your guest list.

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

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