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Wedding paella catering in Hornchurch, Greater London
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Hornchurch.
- Food for evening guests
- Weddings with lots of dietary needs
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
Wedding paella catering near Hornchurch
Getting married in Hornchurch?
Hornchurch is in Greater London. For wedding paella catering in Hornchurch, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Hornchurch. Hornchurch is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 14 miles away.
For guests travelling by train, Emerson Park station is about 0.7 miles away. If you are marrying at a church near Hornchurch, such as Saint George's Church, a reception in a garden, marquee or hired venue nearby keeps the day flowing: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so the meal is ready when you arrive.
For wedding paella catering in RM12, RM11, RM14 and RM1, we plan around your venue and your guests. Streets in the area include High Street, The Avenue and Stanley Road, and we can cook for a wedding on any of them. Being close to the A125, Hornchurch is simple for us to get to with everything for your wedding. Neighbouring places where we cater weddings include Upminster Bridge (1 mile east), Heath Park (1 mile north-west), Emerson Park (1 mile north-east), Hacton (2 miles south) and Ardleigh Green (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in London (14 miles west), St Pancras (14 miles west), Shoreditch (13 miles west), Walthamstow (10 miles west), Hoxton (13 miles west) and Whitechapel (13 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include St George's Hospital (0.9 miles south) and Hornchurch Urban District (0.5 miles north). Open spaces near Hornchurch include Hornchurch Cutting.
- Local schools include Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College (0.5 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include J.J. Moon's pub (under half a mile north)
About our wedding paella catering in Hornchurch
We can do the whole day or just one part: canapés, a tapas starter, a paella wedding breakfast, evening food and dessert. Whether it is wedding receptions after a small ceremony and destination-style celebrations at home, we can cook table tapas, a paella wedding breakfast and evening paella for your guests.
For a wedding in Hornchurch, think about how guests travel between ceremony and reception. Paella can be cooking while they’re on the move, so it is ready when they arrive. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Location
- Hornchurch (RM12, RM11, RM14, RM1)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Tell us how many evening guests to expect
- Confirm the venue’s catering rules early
- Tell us about suppliers who need feeding
- Ask about diets and allergies with your RSVPs
We clear our cooking area away afterwards; staff you’ve booked stay as agreed.
We can provide crockery and waiting staff if your venue does not.
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The process
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. Golden-hour photos in Hornchurch at midsummer come around 9:20pm, so we can time the evening paella around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:50pm, and in late September about 7:05pm.
- 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, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Let us know the timings for the day
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What’s in the pans
Paella wedding breakfast
A choice of paellas, served at the pans or to the tables, with bread and salad.
Canapé tapas
Canapé tapas fill the gap before the meal.
Occasions we cook for in Hornchurch
Mixed diets are easy, which matters at weddings with lots of guests.
In Hornchurch and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Farm and barn venues
- Blessings and vow renewals
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
- Marquee and garden weddings
Planning photos in St. Andrew's Park? It is worth checking the park’s rules first.
Questions to ask before you book
- How late numbers can change
- The venue requirements
- Who provides the crockery
- Allergen information for each dish
What we need at the venue
Before the day, we’ll agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A separate open-sided gazebo if the meal is in a marquee
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
As a London location, Hornchurch is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Canapé tapas
- Evening paella
- Table tapas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Dessert
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The paellas you choose
- Timings and hours
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Distance and access to the venue
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your wedding, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- What the venue already provides
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Which courses you have in mind
Planning wedding paella catering in Hornchurch? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Common questions in Hornchurch
Can you cook in St. Andrew's Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
What about parking in Hornchurch?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We will plan unloading around it.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
How much does wedding paella catering cost in Hornchurch?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Hornchurch.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
What about supplier meals?
Yes, include them in your numbers. Tell us when they’ll eat.
Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Why choose live paella in Hornchurch?
If you’re weighing up paella against a traditional menu, consider your venue, diets and the style you want. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Hornchurch
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
- 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