Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Authentic Spanish Catering
Paella Show was founded by Jon Ingunza, a chef hailing from the Basque Country in Spain, renowned for its culinary excellence. With decades of experience in prestigious restaurants across Spain, London, and Sydneyincluding Velero and Movida SydneyJon brings authentic Spanish cuisine to Australia. Our team of professionally trained Spanish chefs specialises in creating traditional paella and tapas, using recipes passed down through generations. We combine fresh local produce with specialty ingredients imported from Spain to ensure authenticity and quality. Our mobile catering service operates across Sydney and surrounding regions, offering hassle-free event solutions with eco-friendly tableware and full cleanup.Recognised for our exceptional service, we cater to events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations, consistently delivering memorable culinary experiences. Backed by public liability insurance, NSW food safety compliance, and responsible service of alcohol certification, we prioritise client satisfaction and operational excellence. Our commitment to community extends to supporting local organisations and fundraising initiatives, reinforcing our reputation as Sydney's premier Spanish catering provider.
Services
Paella Catering
Tapas Catering
Spanish Cuisine
Event Catering
Mobile Catering
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of expertise in authentic Spanish cuisine from Basque Country-trained chefs
- Our mobile catering requires no power access, serving Sydney and 100km radius locations
- We combine fresh local produce with specialty ingredients imported directly from Spain
- Eco-friendly tableware and complete post-event cleanup included in all services
- Proven track record with 55+ 5-star reviews for consistent quality and reliability
Associations and certifications
- Public Liability Insurance
- Food Safety Supervisor
- Responsible Service of Alcohol
What people say
Amazing service
Delicious paella
Professional team
Hassle-free catering
Authentic Spanish taste
Services
Paella Catering
Our signature paella catering features traditional Spanish rice cooked on-site in large pans, creating a theatrical dining experience. We use premium ingredients including imported saffron, paprika, and family-recipe stock combined with fresh local seafood, meats, and vegetables. Each serving accommodates 30-180 guests with options for seafood, meat, mixed, and vegetarian varieties, ensuring authentic Spanish flavours for every event.
Tapas Catering
Complement your paella with our authentic tapas selection featuring Spanish omelette, chorizo in sherry wine, and seasonal vegetable combinations. Prepared using traditional methods and premium ingredients, these bite-sized delicacies add variety to your event while maintaining our commitment to authentic Spanish cuisine. Perfect for pre-dinner drinks or as part of a full Spanish feast.
Event Catering
We provide complete catering solutions for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations across Sydney. Our service includes equipment setup, on-site cooking, and full cleanup, requiring only space for our 3x3m mobile kitchen. With capacity for 30-180 guests and flexible menu options, we ensure memorable dining experiences without venue restrictions.
Mobile Catering
Our self-contained mobile catering service operates without power requirements, enabling paella preparation anywhere in Sydney and surrounding regions. We bring all necessary equipment, ingredients, and serving ware to create authentic Spanish meals at your chosen location, from beachfronts to backyards, leaving no mess behind after service.
Spanish Cuisine
Specialising in traditional Spanish dishes beyond paella, we offer authentic culinary experiences using recipes from Spain's Basque Country region. Our menu combines centuries-old techniques with modern presentation, featuring house-made stocks, imported spices, and carefully sourced ingredients to deliver genuine Iberian flavours across all catering options.
People
Jon Ingunza
Founder and Head Chef
Originally from Spain's Basque Country, Jon brings decades of experience from prestigious restaurants including Movida Sydney. He creates authentic paella using family recipes and professional expertise, ensuring exceptional quality and traditional Spanish flavours in every dish.
Questions
What areas do you cater in Sydney?
We cater across Sydney including Central Coast, North Shore, Northern Beaches, Eastern Suburbs, Western Sydney, and Greater Western Sydney within 100km radius.
What event sizes can you accommodate?
We cater events for 30 to 180 guests with customised menu options and service configurations to suit your specific requirements.
Do you require power access at venues?
No power access required - our self-contained mobile kitchen operates independently with all necessary equipment included.
Can you cater special dietary requirements?
Yes, we offer vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-conscious options while maintaining traditional Spanish flavours and presentation.
What's included in your catering service?
Our service includes setup, cooking, serving, and complete cleanup with eco-friendly tableware provided at no extra charge.
Do you offer tasting sessions before events?
Yes, free tasting sessions available for bookings over 100 guests to sample your selected paella varieties beforehand.
Reviews (5)
Alexandra Gilley
Dec 05, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Jon was fantastic - very quick to respond, reliable and an excellent cook! We absolutely loved the paella's he prepared. It was a definite highlight to our engagement party! Thanks again, Jon.
Jon was fantastic - very quick to respond, reliable and an excellent cook! We absolutely loved the paella's he prepared. It was a definite highlight to our engagement party! Thanks again, Jon.
Madeleine Hetherton-Miau
Jun 27, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
We had a wonderful event with Paella Show catering. The food was delicious and all our guests were delighted with it. Definitely will use again.
We had a wonderful event with Paella Show catering. The food was delicious and all our guests were delighted with it. Definitely will use again.
Bronte Gossling
Apr 26, 2021
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We first knew of Jon and Paella Show a few years ago when he was hired for a friend's party, and finally, after having to postpone an event last year due to COVID-19, we got to have him at one of our events!
Jon was excellent, he was very generous and worked with us through our initial postponement during the beginning of COVID-19 when everything was uncertain, and honoured our deposit and price per head when not many others did the same - he didn't have to do that at all. When we got to have our event after restrictions eased, he showed up early, and was extremely professional and warm. The
Jon was excellent, he was very generous and worked with us through our initial postponement during the beginning of COVID-19 when everything was uncertain, and honoured our deposit and price per head when not many others did the same - he didn't have to do that at all. When we got to have our event after restrictions eased, he showed up early, and was extremely professional and warm. The
Janine Higgins
Jan 28, 2021
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I live in the USA and I asked Jon from Paella Show to cook paella for my sister's birthday. It was a HUGE hit!! I signed up various relatives to make sangria, Jon brought the food, and my brother-in-law made the birthday cakes. My nephew, a foodie, said it was the best paella he had even had - he went back for a third helping!! Jon was really responsive and easy to work with, even from afar. He set-up quickly, was really unobtrusive but happy to chat if people asked questions or wanted to talk. The night was magical and will be remembered for years to come. Everyone is already asking me when we
Mercedes Roman
Dec 30, 2020
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Jon has provided an impecable service and the final product the paella was delicious and well-presented. From the moment of placing the order until tasting his extraordinary mixed paella it was all smoothly and well-organised. My guests (35 people) and my family , we all enjoyed this exquisite dish. Highly recommended for Birthdays and any ither events! Well-done Jon
