Paella is becoming more and more popular as a festive, gourmet and colorful dish. It originated in a coastal town of Southern Spain over 200 years ago. It is traditionally known as a rice dish with shellfish cooked in olive oil, saffron, tomatoes, onions and other great spices. Now throughout Spain it is becoming more popular to also put in a variety of ingredients to the host's or chef's liking's. As long as the saffron, olive oil, rice and artistry is felt, well, Paella is left to the imagination.
A true Paella is cooked with a caramelized bottom of the rice (not burning the rice, nor making it too "soupy") that fuses all the wonderful flavors together. San Diego Paella slowly cooks the broth and renders the tantalizing flavors to make sure our whole grain rice is like no other you have ever tried along with a plethora of quality ingredients. We are willing to put our Paellas up against any others cooked here or in Spain. We would be honored to be a part of your event!
Q: Does San Diego Paella cook all Paellas on-site?
A: Yes, all Paellas are cooked outdoors and on-site at your event for 25-350 guests. Deliveries are available too.
Q: How long does it take to cook your Paella?
A: Our Paellas cook for over 2 hours. Plan on us arriving 3 hours ahead of your anticipated serving time to begin set up.
Q: How much time notice do I need to give San Diego Paella to reserve an available date?
A: We appreciate at least a one month notice as we continue to grow. For smaller parties, we may have ability on shorter notice.
Q: Is a deposit required to reserve a date?
A: Yes, a 20% non-refundable deposit is required toward the final bill to reserve a date.
Q: Does San Diego Paella have a restaurant?
A: We do not have a restaurant. We cater and cook on-site.
Q: How are the Paellas served?
A: They are served buffet style with a chef serving each plate out of the Paella pan. After the last plate is served, all Paella leftovers are put in a serving dish for guests to help themselves.
Q: Does San Diego Paella bring all the cooking equipment?
A: Yes, San Diego Paella is self contained and provides all cooking and serving equipment. We bring the tables for the cooking stations as well for the salad and bread. They are draped with black linens. We do not need electricity access.
Q: Does your price include plates and utensils?
A: It is up to the host or party to provide the plates and utensils. We can provide plates and utensils for additional charges depending on the type you are seeking.
Q: Is gratuity added to the bill?
A: Gratuity for the chef is left at your discretion.
Q: What other services do you provide?
A: We can help with wait staff, bar tenders and event rentals as well.
