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Known for dishing out the Best Paella Outside of Spain (three times!), they’ve been feeding hungry guests at weddings across Melbourne and Victoria for over 15 years. Their family-run crew is ready to cook fresh, onsite, bringing energy, aromas, and proper Spanish flair to the big day. Led by head chef Leno and his son Jake, the team know their stuff.

Leno’s even been a guest judge on MasterChef Australia, so they’re not messing about. The service is quick, friendly, and ideal for all wedding sizes. Massive pans of sizzling paella, plus tapas that’ll have guests coming back for seconds. Everything’s cooked fresh and served hot. They also cover all dietary needs, so vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly options are always available.

What you’ll love about working with Simply Spanish Catering for your wedding:

  • Live cooking with serious wow-factor: There’s something about seeing huge paella pans bubbling away that gets everyone talking. 
  • Easy, no-fuss service: No kitchen? No problem. These guys rock up, set up, cook, serve, and clean down without needing a thing. 
  • Authentic Spanish flavour, right here in VIC: It’s proper Spanish cuisine cooked by people who live and breathe it.

Highlights of working with Simply Spanish Catering:

  • Live paella cooked on-site
  • Multiple-time international award winners
  • Fast set-up, no kitchen needed
  • Caters to all dietary needs
  • Family-run team with 15+ years’ experience

About

Hi! We’re Jake and Sara from Simply Spanish Catering. I’ve been cooking paella for over 15 years, and Sara’s from Valencia – where paella was born. We travel to Spain every year to visit her family and stay connected to real Spanish food. We cater events big and small with delicious paella, tapas, and good vibes. If you’re after something fresh, fun, and full of flavour – we’ve got you covered!

Jake Lattarulo

Business Owner

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Packages

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WEDDING PACKAGE

Paella + 4 Tapas + Churros + Salad

Choice of 3 paellas

50+ guests

$80pp 

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PAELLA ONLY

$29.50pp (min. 50ppl)

Choice of 3 paellas

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ADD DESSERT & SALAD

Churros & Chocolate $9.50pp

Portuguese Tarts $9.50pp

Salads $7.50pp

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SMALL GROUPS (less than 50 guests)

We cater for small groups with a minimum chatge equivalent to 50 guests - valued at $1500

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Service Area Victoria

Victoria
Victoria

FAQ

Our minimum spend is $1,500 for events within Melbourne. For events outside of Melbourne, a minimum spend of $1,900 applies. Please note, for Sunday and public holiday functions, the minimum spend is $3,000, and public holidays incur a 15% surcharge.

Yes, events outside Melbourne CBD will incur a travel fee. This covers travel time for staff, fuel for our truck, and generator use. We’ll provide a custom quote based on your event location.

Yes, a minimum deposit of $500 is required to confirm your booking. We accept both credit card and EFT (electronic funds transfer) payments.

We require a flat surface of approximately 3 square meters to set up our paella station. Ideally, this space should be sheltered if the weather is windy, to ensure a smooth cooking experience.

We arrive approximately 2 hours before the scheduled service time to set up and prepare your paella fresh on site.

Absolutely! We’re happy to provide plates, cutlery, and napkins for your event. Best of all, we use only biodegradable products that can be recycled or composted – because we believe in delicious food that’s good for the planet too.

We cater across Melbourne and surrounding areas including the Mornington Peninsula and regional Victoria. Not sure if we travel to you? Just get in touch and we’ll confirm.

We’re Melbourne’s award-winning paella experts – three-time winners of Best Paella Outside of Spain (2016, 2018, 2024). Our live paella cooking adds theatre to your event, while our use of premium ingredients, sustainable practices, and experienced chefs ensures every dish is authentic, vibrant, and unforgettable.


3 reviews 5 Write a Review

August 2025

We used Simply Spanish for our wedding catering and couldn’t be happier. Jake and his team were fantastic from start to finish. Really professional, easy to communicate with, and they made the whole process so much smoother (which is a huge help when wedding admin gets stressful!). The food was absolutely delicious, a mix of tapas, paella, and Spanish nibbles like cheese and jamón. It also went down a treat with our guests. The setup on the day was seamless, service was smooth, and they did a great clean down. We’d highly recommend Simply Spanish for anyone looking for wedding catering, hassle free and delicious.

Sean Z.

August 2025

We couldn’t have asked for a better catering team for our wedding! With 160 guests, we wanted food that felt special, delicious, and fun — and that’s exactly what we got. The tapas were the perfect way to start the evening, beautifully presented and full of flavour. The paellas were a real showstopper, cooked fresh on-site and enjoyed by everyone. To top it all off, the churros were an absolute hit — people are still talking about them! The team was professional, friendly, and made everything run so smoothly. We felt completely taken care of and so many of our guests commented on how much they loved the food. Highly recommend!

Emily R.

August 2025

We had Simply Spanish Catering at our wedding and they were absolutely incredible! The paella was a real showstopper! Our guests are still talking about how delicious it was. The tapas were beautifully presented and such a hit during canapés, with something for everyone to enjoy. To top it all off, the churros were the perfect sweet ending. Crispy, warm, and paired with rich chocolate sauce. The service was just as outstanding as the food. The team was professional, friendly, and made everything run seamlessly on the day. They created such a fun and welcoming atmosphere and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. If you want a wedding caterer that will wow your guests with authentic, delicious Spanish food and exceptional service, Simply Spanish Catering is the one. Highly recommend!

Lucy D.


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