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Paella catering in SW1X
Planning an event in SW1X? We cook in Knightsbridge, Brompton and Chelsea and every street in between, with paella cooked from scratch.
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Our catering across SW1X
- Wedding paella catering
- Festival & event paella
- Live paella catering
- Corporate 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 SW1X
Keep it simple, or go all out: paella on its own, or with canapés, table tapas, desserts and sangria. We will suggest what suits your event. We are often asked to cater family celebrations and christenings and festivals, fairs and school events, with black rice, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella.
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it.
- Send us 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.
- Service is straight from the pan, then we pack down.
Pricing in SW1X
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- Fast service from the pan
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Landmarks near Knightsbridge
We cook for events around Royal Parks of London, Saint Thomas More Language College and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Deutsche Evangelische Christuskirche (within half a mile south-west), Hellenic College of London (less than half a mile south), Natural History Museum Library and Archives (0.7 miles south-west) and Paxtons Head pub (less than half a mile south-west). The nearest railway station is London Victoria station, about 0.9 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Harrods (under half a mile south-west) and London Lock Hospital (0.6 miles east). Open spaces near Knightsbridge include Campden Hill and Greville Place nature reserve.
- Other local spots include Westminster St James (1.2 miles north-east)
Planning live paella in SW1X
There are 4 towns and 0 villages and hamlets in SW1X, so whether your event is in Brompton, Chelsea and Victoria or a quiet village, the approach is the same: level ground, ventilation and agreed timings.
Knightsbridge: For a christening or wedding at a church such as Deutsche Evangelische Christuskirche, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is London Victoria station, about 0.9 miles south-east. Planning an evening event in Knightsbridge? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; once it’s dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Planners, venues and businesses
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Is live paella right for you?
Vans serve one order at a time. A paella pan serves many portions quickly, which suits weddings and parties where everyone eats together.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- How bad weather is handled
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Planning the cooking area
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
Planning for every diet
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Ask about diets and allergies on your invitation or RSVP
- Choose two or three paellas so every guest has a choice
- Tell us what else is being served
- Request clear labels at the serving table
Once everyone is fed, we clear our cooking area, quietly and quickly.
Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana finish the meal, or serve your own cake.
FAQs for SW1X
Which paella is most popular?
Most events choose two or three: a mixed or chicken paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. Our menu lists the options.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Can we choose the seafood?
We will suggest seafood to suit your menu and budget. Premium options are available.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
- 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