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Paella catering in W3
Hosting a party in W3? We cook in Acton, Hanger Hill and South Acton and the rest of the district, with paella cooked from scratch.
Planning an event in W3?
Areas within W3
- Acton
- Hanger Hill
- South Acton
- Ealing
- Harlesden
- Acton Green
- Brentford
- Bedford Park
- Acton Vale
- Gunnersbury
- Park Royal
- Old Oak Common
Our catering across W3
- Wedding paella catering
- Festival & event paella
- Live paella catering
- Corporate paella catering
- Paella party catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- All catering
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a menu and a price: use our quote form.
Paella catering in W3: what to expect
There is something generous about paella: big pans, bright colours and a crispy base everyone wants a spoonful of. It makes the food an event in itself. On the menu are black rice, paella Valenciana and seafood paella, and typical bookings are for anniversaries and engagement parties and weddings and evening receptions.
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event.
- 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.
Pricing in W3
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why book with us
- We cover W3 and the whole of Greater London
- Fast service from the pan
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Drinks service on request
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Landmarks near Acton
We cook for events around Library for Iranian Studies, Ark Soane Academy and Ealing Common, among other places. You will also find Derwentwater Primary School (under half a mile west), Leap Service - the National Autistics Society (within half a mile south-west), Dominion Cinema (less than half a mile south) and The Windmill pub (under half a mile south). Acton has its own railway station: Acton Central station. A little further out are Westfield London (2 miles east) and Queen Charlotte's and Chelsea Hospital (1.3 miles east). The countryside around Acton includes Castlebar Hill and Hanger Hill Wood.
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Acton (less than half a mile south)
Planning live paella in W3
From Ealing, Acton and Harlesden to 0 villages and hamlets, events across W3 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.
Acton: Parks such as Ealing Common generally need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there. Historic houses near Acton include Gunnersbury Park (1.4 miles south-west) and Hogarth's House (1.6 miles south). Historic venues often limit cooking, so ask early if you are booking one. Around midsummer it stays light in Acton until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening events are generally served in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
Paella compared with other options
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and usually costs more per head. Live paella needs only a level, ventilated spot and permission to cook, and it is entertaining too.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- What the price includes, item by item
- How bad weather is handled
- Travel and parking costs
Planning the cooking area
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
What paella catering costs
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Your choice of paellas
- The number of people
- Distance and access to the venue
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The date and rough timings
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Anything your venue supplies
- Roughly how many adults and children
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in W3, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Dishes our guests love
Paella Valenciana
Paella Valenciana is the original: chicken, beans and saffron, rather than seafood. It’s frequently the most popular pan at an event.
Mixed paella
Paella mixta combines meat and seafood in one pan, and it’s frequently the first pan to empty.
Common questions in W3
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
How much does paella catering cost in W3?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
What seafood can we have?
Tell us your preferences and we will suggest seafood options to suit your menu and budget. Premium options are available.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Is halal food available?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own 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