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Paella catering in RM9

We cook at events in every part of the RM9 postcode district, which takes in Becontree, Castle Green and Dagenham Green. Everything is cooked live on the day.

Planning an event in RM9?

Paella catering in RM9: what to expect

We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook the paella in front of your guests. When it’s ready, it’s served straight from the pan. Popular choices include chicken and chorizo paella, seafood paella and paella Valenciana, and we are often booked for milestone birthday parties and weddings and evening receptions.

Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat.

  1. Start with the date, the place and the numbers.
  2. We come back with paellas to suit your guests, plus any extras.
  3. Closer to the day, we confirm timings and the cooking spot.
  4. We set up, cook from scratch and keep an eye on your timings.
  5. Guests are served from the pan, and our area is cleared afterwards.

Pricing in RM9

Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.

Why choose Love Paella

  • Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
  • We cover RM9 and the whole of Greater London
  • Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
  • Paella cooked from scratch on site

Getting a price

Planning paella catering in RM9? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.

Local landmarks in Becontree

We cook for events around Robert Clack School, Parsloes Park and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School. Nearby too are St George's (less than half a mile south-east) and Eastbrook pub (0.9 miles east). Becontree’s nearest station is Chadwell Heath station, about 1.5 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Rush Green Hospital (1.6 miles north-east) and Dagenham (1 mile north-east). Green spaces nearby include Dagenham Village Churchyard.

Paella catering in RM9: local guide

RM9 covers everything from Barking, Dagenham and Becontree to 3 small villages and hamlets, and live paella works in all of them. In towns, plan parking and access; in villages, tell us about lanes and ground.

Becontree: School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, can book us as a food stall. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Chadwell Heath station, about 1.5 miles north-west. Evenings in Becontree stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.

Is live paella right for you?

Compared with a hog roast or barbecue, paella makes vegetarian, vegan and halal guests easier to cater for, because each paella has its own pan. Service from the pan keeps queues moving.

What your quote should include

  • Space, access and power needs
  • What the price includes, item by item
  • The wet-weather plan
  • VAT, if it applies

Catering for every guest

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

  • Mention any other courses or food
  • Tell us how many children are coming
  • Confirm allergies by email
  • Request clear labels at the serving table

You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We set up, cook and serve, and keep in touch with you or your venue about timings.

Bread, salad and lemon go well alongside and suit guests who aren’t big rice eaters.

Dishes our guests love

Seafood paella

Seafood paella starts with a good fish and shellfish stock. Shellfish goes in towards the end so it stays tender.

Vegetable and vegan paella

The vegetable pan is a dish in its own right: peppers, artichokes and beans with saffron.

Prices and what affects them

The price comes down to a few factors:

  • Your choice of paellas
  • How many guests are eating
  • Parking and unloading
  • The length of service

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

What to tell us

We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:

  • The address or venue name
  • A photo of the space, if you can
  • Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
  • Approximate guest numbers, including children

Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.

Space, weather and the venue

Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:

  • A safe distance from anything that could catch
  • Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
  • Parking close enough to carry equipment

RM9 questions

Can you serve drinks?

We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.

When do you arrive?

It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.

What seafood can we have?

Tell us your preferences and we’ll suggest seafood options to suit your menu and budget. Premium shellfish can be added.

How do you work out quantities?

Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.

What if the weather’s bad?

We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.

Do you clear up afterwards?

We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.

Can you cook halal paella?

We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we’ll cook a separate pan.

  • 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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