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Wedding Paella Catering in Wapping
Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Wapping: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Big weddings with every diet
- Barn and farm weddings
- Destination-style celebrations at home
Wedding paella catering near Wapping
Live paella or other catering?
Live paella is less formal than a plated meal, but with the right extras it feels just as special. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Wapping
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Fast service from the pan
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Wedding paella catering in Wapping, made fresh on the day
Timing is everything with paella: the rice needs about 20 minutes and is best served immediately. We time it around your speeches and photos. For informal wedding breakfasts and evening wedding food, we can cook canapé tapas, evening paella and a paella wedding breakfast and more.
In Wapping, getting guests from ceremony to reception is part of the plan. The paella can be cooking while everyone makes their way over, ready to serve on arrival. Everything is cooked from scratch at your wedding, not reheated, and served the moment it is ready.
- Area
- Wapping (E1, E1W, SE16)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
Here’s how the day normally runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. For a summer wedding in Wapping, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, which means evening paella is normally served in daylight in June and July. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- We start with your date, venue, numbers and ideas.
- We plan a menu with you, course by course, and confirm a quote.
- We agree timings with you and your venue, including speeches and photos.
- On the day we set up, cook live and serve each course as planned.
- We pack down our cooking area, with staff staying as long as agreed.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Plan cover in case of rain
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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What else we do in Wapping
Organising for someone else?
Events in public spaces, like parks, normally need permission. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Getting married in Wapping?
Wapping is about 1 mile south-east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. Whether your wedding is in the middle of Wapping or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Wapping is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover.
Planning photos in William Curtis Ecological Park? It’s worth checking the park’s rules first. Nearby historic houses include Mansion House (1.3 miles west) and Dr Johnson's House (2.1 miles west). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking.
We cover weddings in every part of E1, E1W and SE16. Whether your wedding is on West Lane, Tunnel Road and Glamis Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Wapping is on the A101 and A1210, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. Nearby, we also cater weddings in St George in the East (1 mile north-west), East End of London (1 mile north-east), Shadwell (1 mile east), Whitechapel (1 mile north-west) and Ratcliff (1 mile east). We also cook in nearby towns such as City of Westminster (4 miles west), Marylebone (4 miles west), Kensington (6 miles west), St Pancras (3 miles north-west), Walthamstow (6 miles north) and Hampstead (6 miles north-west).
A little further out are Tower of London (0.7 miles west) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (1 mile south-east). Green spaces nearby include St. James's Park Lake and Tower Hill.
- Nearby schools include Hermitage Primary School (within half a mile south-west) and Mulberry School for Girls (0.5 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include Town of Ramsgate pub (less than half a mile south)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Minories (0.7 miles west) and Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives (1.1 miles north-west)
A closer look at the menu
Table tapas
A tapas starter gets tables talking before the paella arrives.
Desserts
A sweet finish: churros, crema catalana or your wedding cake.
FAQs for Wapping
Which station should guests use for Wapping?
Wapping station, in Wapping itself.
What about parking in Wapping?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We will plan unloading around it.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
How much does wedding paella catering cost in Wapping?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can we try the food first?
Mention a tasting in your enquiry, and we’ll explain how it works.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
Can you liaise with the venue coordinator?
Yes, it makes life easier. Put us in touch and we’ll agree the details.
What if the timings change?
Tell us and we will adjust. We keep in touch with your venue on the day and time the rice so it is served at its best.
Why choose wedding paella catering in Wapping?
It is a natural fit for barns, marquees and gardens, where a plated meal can be hard to pull off.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
- Food for evening guests
- Rustic barn weddings
Couples marrying at local churches such as St Peter's frequently hold the reception nearby: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so it’s ready as guests arrive.
Questions to ask before you book
- The venue requirements
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- The deposit and payment dates
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Prices and what affects them
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How long we’re needed on site
- Distance and access to the venue
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The date and rough timings
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Which courses you have in mind
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Put us in touch with your venue
- Ask about diets and allergies with your RSVPs
- Let us know about meals for your band or photographer
- Tell us how many evening guests to expect
We generally set up where guests can watch, which makes a lovely backdrop for photos.
Table tapas make a sociable starter.
- 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