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The Most Trusted Paella Catering Company In San Diego Since 1977

Trained by our uncle Juan Pomares, a native of Alicante, Spain, we bring generations of family tradition and the true "Flavor of Spain" to every event we serve.

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Unforgettable paella for any occasion! Up to 1,000 Guests.

Two Ways To Work With Us

Tell us the date, the place and the guest count, and we send a written quote with the menu priced out.

Minimum for groups of 25+

On-Site Catering

We arrive 2-2.5 hours prior to the serve time of the main course, set an 8×8 ft station outdoors, and cook from scratch in front of your guests. Served buffet style from the pan for 45 minutes to an hour.

North, East, South and Central San Diego. Groups of 50+ considered for Los Angeles, Orange County and Temecula
Bread & Complimentary salad (Spring mixed lettuce, shredded carrots & tomatoes with Italian or Balsamic dressing). No substitutions or discount if removed by client.

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The service charge is a fee that is added to act as an operating cost for things such as: insurance, advertising, admin staff, kitchen prep staff, trucks maintenance and various sundries. Gratuity for the Chef is not included, never expected but always appreciated.

Minimum of 15 servings

Delivery

Paella will be packaged & dropped off in aluminum steam pans; along with salad & bread. A one-hour delivery window is needed.

Weekdays: order 48 hours ahead
Weekends: call to check availability around on-site events

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Our Services

Bride and groom holding plates of paella at an outdoor wedding reception

Weddings

A full hour of service, tastings before you book, and a pan sized to the room. San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles and Riverside.

Wedding packages

Server handing a plate of paella to a guest beside a large paella pan at a corporate event

Corporate events

Thirty-five years of company parties, fundraisers and production catering, from 25 people to over a thousand on a single site.

Corporate packages

Guests gathered around a paella station with the chef at a backyard celebration

Parties & celebrations

Birthdays, anniversaries, graduations and backyard gatherings. The station becomes the centre of the evening.

Party catering

ABOUT THE FAMILY

One recipe, two generations, since 1977

As seen on Wedding Wire, TheKnot.com, & Fox News

The originator of the company, Juan Pomares (a native of Alicante in Spain), brought his Mamas Paella Recipe alive for us all to enjoy. Fondly known as “The Paella Man,” Juan and his family have created authentic, unique, and aromatic Paella experiences for many events in San Diego.

Juan Pomares is no longer with us, but was proud to pass the business on to the next generation of Paella Chefs. His niece, Chef Lizette, manages and operates the business bringing to the table the same delicious Flavor of Spain 🇪🇸 as they continue to provide the same excellent food and service as always.

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Delicious Freshly-Made Paella For Any Occasion

All paellas are made with rice, olive oil and our saffron seasoning.

Seafood & Chicken Paella

Seafood Only Paella

Fish & Vegetables Paella

All Meats Paella

Vegetable Paella

Lobster, swordfish, tuna, lamb and chorizo Bilbao can be added at market price. Gluten-free and vegetarian guests are accommodated; our prep facility is not certified gluten-free or nut-free

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Spanish Tapas

Add Tapas (Appetizers) to your order that are sure to delight your guests. Try our Spanish Tortilla or Manchego Cheese! We have several delicious choices.

Desserts

Whether you crave sweet, savory or healthy, we have delicious desserts to satisfy your taste buds. Flan, Cheesecake and other treasures.

"Dear Paella Valenciana Team, thank you for providing your delicious Paella for over 500 people at “Serve San Diego” Fundraiser at Hyatt Regency La Jolla Hotel. The paella was COLOSSAL!! The presentation was excellent. People are still calling with compliments to the Chef. Serve San Diego and Hollywood South Productions thanks you for your generosity and dedication.”

- SUSAN CLIFTON, HOLLYWOOD SOUTH PRODUCTIONS

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are Your Ingredients Ethically Sourced?

Certainly! We are dedicated to ensuring that our ingredients are ethically sourced. Paella Valenciana is committed to supporting responsible and sustainable practices in every aspect of our culinary journey to ensure a delightful and memorable dining experience for your events. We shop locally for all our events.

What Should I Expect The Catering Process To Look Like?

Our Chef(s) will arrive 2-3 hours prior to Paella serving time for set-up and to start on-site cooking. We cook from scratch and serve your paella buffet style. Paella is served promptly at that designated time. About 45 minutes Serve Time; extra time may be added for a fee. Weddings 1 hour Serve Time.

Do You Offer Gluten Free or Vegetarian Options?

Yes, we proudly offer gluten-free and vegetarian options to accommodate various dietary preferences and restrictions. While we are not certified gluten-free, our paella is cooked with rice, olive oil, and our saffron seasoning, which does not list gluten as part of the ingredients. Note: our prep facility is not gluten-free or nut free.

Can You Help Us Find Party Rentals, Bar Tenders, Staffing, & Entertainment?

Yes! We have worked with various party rental companies, skilled bartenders, professional staffing, and entertainment solutions that do great work. Contact us with your requests and we'll be happy to provide some recommendations.