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Wedding paella catering in Rotherhithe, Greater London
Bring the theatre of live paella to your wedding in Rotherhithe. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Farm and barn venues
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
Wedding paella catering near Rotherhithe
Planning a paella wedding in Rotherhithe
Rotherhithe is about 2 miles south-east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. We cook at weddings in gardens, halls and venues around Rotherhithe. We cook in 764 places across Greater London.
Put the station on your invitation: Canada Water station is in Rotherhithe itself. Historic houses near Rotherhithe include Queen's House (2.1 miles south-east) and Mansion House (2.2 miles north-west). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking.
We cook at weddings all over SE16, SE8 and E1W and the streets around it. That could mean a wedding in a garden on Bush Road, Gomm Road and Swan Road. Main roads around Rotherhithe include the A200, so getting the burners and pans to your wedding is simple. We also cook at weddings in Surrey Quays (1 mile south), Surrey Canal (1 mile south), South Bermondsey (1 mile south-west), Millwall (1 mile south-east) and North Greenwich (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover City of Westminster (5 miles west), Marylebone (5 miles west), Kensington (7 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles north-west), Walthamstow (6 miles north) and Hoxton (3 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Tower of London (1.6 miles north-west) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (under half a mile south-west). Not far away are St. James's Park Lake and Tower Hill.
- Schools near Rotherhithe include Bacon's College (within half a mile north) and St Mellitus College (1.1 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Ship York pub (under half a mile east)
- Local facilities include Minories (1.6 miles north-west)
Wedding paella catering in Rotherhithe, cooked live
Paella has a natural rhythm: once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and it is best served straight away. We time it around your speeches and photos. We cook a paella wedding breakfast, table tapas and canapé tapas, and we’re frequently booked for barn and farm weddings and parties after a register office wedding.
In Rotherhithe, 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. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Where
- Rotherhithe (SE16, SE8, E1W)
- County
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Working with your venue
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
How the day works
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Golden-hour photos in Rotherhithe 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.
- First, we check your date.
- You pick the courses and dishes.
- We confirm everything with your venue.
- Guests watch the paella cook during the reception.
- We serve, then pack down.
Before we arrive
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Name one person we can ask on the day
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Your choice of paellas
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many courses
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Expected numbers
- The address or venue name
- Anything your venue supplies
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Rotherhithe, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Live paella or other catering?
A buffet can leave food sitting out. Paella is served hot from the pan when guests are ready. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why Rotherhithe hosts choose us
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
See How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Should I cook it myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- A cooking spot outside the marquee, not inside it
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
Rotherhithe is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
Menu ideas
- Evening paella
- Table tapas
- Dessert
- Canapé tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Sangria & bar staff
Events we cater in Rotherhithe
It gives guests something to do between the ceremony and the meal: watch the pans.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Food for evening guests
- Barn and farm weddings
Lavender Pond nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos.
Comparing caterers
- How each diet is kept separate
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Space, access and power needs
- When payment is due
Common questions in Rotherhithe
Could we have live paella in Russia Dock Woodland?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
We are having a ceremony at Holy Trinity Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is paella smart enough for a wedding?
With the right presentation, it feels special: canapés, tapas, crockery and table service.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
A closer look at the menu
Evening paella
Paella makes great evening food.
Table tapas
Sharing tapas breaks the ice.
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Other catering in Rotherhithe
- 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