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Wedding paella catering in Addiscombe, Greater London
Bring the theatre of live paella to your wedding in Addiscombe. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Barn and farm weddings
- Parties after a register office wedding
- Garden and marquee weddings
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About our wedding paella catering in Addiscombe
At a wedding, paella is both the meal and a bit of a show. Guests drift over to watch the pans while the photos are being taken, and the meal arrives hot and generous. We cook table tapas, evening paella and a paella wedding breakfast, and we are regularly asked to cater vow renewals and civil ceremonies and weddings with mixed diets.
In Addiscombe, getting guests from ceremony to reception is part of the plan. Paella can be cooking while they’re on the move, ready to serve on arrival. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated.
- Where
- Addiscombe (CR0, SE25, CR9)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Dishes our guests love
Paella wedding breakfast
A choice of paellas, served at the pans or to the tables.
Canapé tapas
One- and two-bite tapas on boards, ideal for the drinks reception.
Step by step
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. In Addiscombe, midsummer sunset is about 9:20pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:05pm, which means evening paella is typically served in daylight in June and July. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it is dark by about 3:55pm.
- We check availability for your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm the plan with your coordinator.
- Guests watch the paella cook during the reception.
- We serve and clear our cooking area.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Ask for a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Planning help
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Before you choose a spot
If a space isn’t suitable, we will tell you. What matters most:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- A cooking spot outside the marquee, not inside it
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
As a London location, Addiscombe is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Addiscombe
- Sangria & bar staff
- Dessert
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Table tapas
- Evening paella
- Canapé tapas
Addiscombe questions
Can you cook in Ashburton Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Mildred's Church?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana.
Do you cater for suppliers?
Yes, include them in your numbers. Tell us when they’ll eat.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Do you do canapés and evening food too?
Any part of the day, or all of it, from the drinks reception to the evening.
Why choose live paella in Addiscombe?
Choosing between paella and a traditional menu?, think about your venue, your guests’ diets and the feel of the day. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What you get with us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- A quote that spells everything out
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Take a look at Our prices page Or Our guide to catering costs.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Planning for every diet
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Share your running order, including speeches
- Connect us with your coordinator
- Pick a serving style
- Add a dietary question to your RSVP cards
We typically set up where guests can watch, which makes a lovely backdrop for photos.
Canapé tapas with the drinks reception keep guests going during photos.
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Wedding venues and ceremonies near Addiscombe
Addiscombe is about 2 miles north-east of Croydon, in Greater London. Give us the address of your wedding in Addiscombe, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. Addiscombe is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. Our events stretch from Addiscombe to London (about 8 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Addington Palace (2 miles south-east) and Kingswood House (3.5 miles north). Historic houses and estates frequently have their own rules on caterers and cooking, so check early if that is your venue. Planning photos in Ashburton Park? It is worth checking the park’s rules first.
This part of Greater London takes in CR0, SE25 and CR9, and we can cater your wedding anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Grant Road, Capri Road and Coe Avenue, and we can cook for a wedding on any of them. Addiscombe sits on or near the A232, which makes travel to your wedding easy. Other places close to Addiscombe for wedding paella catering include Shirley Oaks (1 mile east), Ashburton (1 mile north), Woodside (1 mile north), Shirley (1 mile east) and Monks Orchard (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (8 miles north), City of Westminster (10 miles north), Marylebone (10 miles north), Kensington (10 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north) and Shoreditch (10 miles north).
Nearby you will also find County Borough of Croydon (1.5 miles south-west) and National Psychosis Unit (1.5 miles east). Open spaces near Addiscombe include Duppas Hill and Bramley Bank.
- Local schools include The Woodside Academy (under half a mile north-west)
- Local pubs include The Cricketers pub (within half a mile east)
How we price wedding paella catering
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The number of people
- How many courses
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The paellas you choose
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The venue or postcode
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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