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Paella catering in RM7
Paella, tapas and desserts across RM7, covering Rush Green, Romford and Dagenham. Weddings, parties, work events and festivals, with every diet catered for.
Paella catering in RM7
Towns and villages in RM7
What we do in RM7
- Festival & event paella
- Corporate paella catering
- Wedding paella catering
- Paella party catering
- Live paella catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- See all our catering
Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a menu and a price: use our quote form.
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Paella catering in RM7: what to expect
We cook every paella from scratch on the day, beginning with a sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, followed by stock, saffron and rice. We’re frequently asked to cater christenings and family gatherings and engagement and anniversary parties, serving paella Valenciana, black rice and chicken and chorizo paella.
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss.
- Send us your date, numbers and venue.
- We plan the menu with you, including every diet.
- We arrive early to set up the burners and pans.
- The paella cooks as guests gather round.
- Service is straight from the pan, then we pack down.
Prices in RM7
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why hosts in RM7 choose us
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Landmarks near Rush Green
You’ll find us cooking near St Augustine of Canterbury Church, Harrow Lodge Park and St. Edward's Church of England School, among other places. Also close by are Rush Green Primary School (less than half a mile south-east), The Moon & Stars pub (0.8 miles north-east) and St Edward's Church of England Academy (0.9 miles north-west). Rush Green’s nearest station is Romford station, roughly 0.7 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Queen's Hospital (within half a mile north-east) and Dagenham (0.8 miles south-west). Open spaces near Rush Green include The Chase Nature Reserve.
Paella catering in RM7: local guide
Across RM7, we cook in 3 towns and 0 villages and hamlets, so whether your event is in Romford, Dagenham and Collier Row or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level, ventilated spot and a clear plan.
Rush Green: Parks such as Harrow Lodge Park normally need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Romford station, about 0.7 miles north-east. In Rush Green, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 3:50pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
What we need at the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Organising for someone else?
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Why live paella works
It needs no kitchen, so it works in gardens, fields and marquees where other catering struggles.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Is live paella right for you?
Food trucks and street-food vans serve one portion at a time. A big pan serves many guests fast, which suits weddings and parties where everyone eats together.
Comparing caterers
- The venue requirements
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- The wet-weather plan
- The deadline for final numbers
Common questions in RM7
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
What areas do you cover?
We cater across London and the South East, Greater London included. See all areas.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Is halal food available?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
How does live paella catering work?
We set up a cooking area at your venue, cook the paella from scratch in large pans while your guests watch, and serve it straight from the pan.
What does paella catering cost?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
- 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