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Wedding paella catering in Morden, Greater London
We cook paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food across Morden and Greater London, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Evening food for extra guests
- Weddings with lots of dietary needs
- Informal wedding breakfasts
Live wedding paella catering in Morden
Wedding paella catering in Morden, cooked live
Mixed diets are easy at a paella wedding: every paella is cooked separately, so vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests eat the same kind of meal as everyone else. Popular choices include Spanish desserts, table tapas and evening paella, and typical bookings are for wedding receptions after a small ceremony and blessings and vow renewals.
For a wedding in Morden, think about how guests travel between ceremony and reception. Paella can be cooking while they’re on the move, ready to serve on arrival. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Location
- Morden (SM4, SM3, SW20)
- Region
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Paella wedding breakfast
Two or three paellas, served from the pans or brought to the tables.
Desserts
To finish: churros, crema catalana or your wedding cake.
What happens on the day
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. At midsummer, sunset in Morden is about 9:20pm, so we can time the evening paella around your photos. Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September.
- We check availability for your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm everything with your venue.
- The pans cook while guests enjoy the drinks.
- We serve and clear our cooking area.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Get a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your wedding, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
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Events we cater in Morden
Sharing food gets tables chatting.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Morden book us for events such as:
- Sharing-style wedding meals
- Parties after a register office wedding
- Rustic barn weddings
- Destination-style celebrations at home
For guests travelling by train, St Helier station is in Morden itself.
What to look for in a quote
- Space, access and power needs
- The deadline for final numbers
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether VAT is included
Common questions in Morden
Can you cook in Cannon Hill Common?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Lawrence Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is typically elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we will cook a separate pan.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
What does wedding paella catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Can paella feel formal?
It can be dressed up or kept relaxed, depending on how it is served.
What else we do in Morden
Is live paella right for your wedding?
Hog roasts are popular but tricky for mixed diets. Paella covers them with separate pans. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Why book with us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
Catering for every guest
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Include any suppliers you are feeding
- Connect us with your coordinator
- Collect dietary needs on the RSVP
- Send us the running order and speech times
If speeches or photos run over, tell us, and we will adjust the cooking so it’s still served fresh.
Canapés during the photos keep hunger at bay.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Morden
Morden is about 2 miles south of Wimbledon, in Greater London. We cater weddings at homes, gardens and venues in Morden. We cook in 764 places in Greater London. You can also see our page for London, about 9 miles away.
Couples marrying at local churches such as St Lawrence Church frequently hold the reception nearby: we can be cooking during the photos, so it is ready as guests arrive. Nearby historic houses include Southside House (1.9 miles north-west) and Nonsuch Mansion (2.5 miles south). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking.
Wherever your wedding is in SM4, SM3 and SW20, we can cook for your guests. From London Road, Epsom Road and Holne Chase or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Being close to the B279, Morden is simple for us to get to with everything for your wedding. We also cook at weddings in Lower Morden (1 mile south-west), Sutton Common (1 mile south-east), North Cheam (2 miles south), Worcester Park (2 miles south-west) and Stoneleigh (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include London (9 miles north-east), City of Westminster (9 miles north), Marylebone (9 miles north), Kensington (7 miles north), St Pancras (10 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (11 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Chessington Castle Hill (4.3 miles south-west) and Municipal Borough of Sutton and Cheam (2.3 miles south). The countryside around Morden includes Henman Hill and Morden Park (park).
- Nearby schools include Merton College (within half a mile north-east) and Glenthorne High School (0.9 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find Lord Nelson pub (1 mile south-west)
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
How we price wedding paella catering
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Travel, parking and access
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The number of people
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The courses you’d like
- Anything your venue supplies
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, fill in 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