About Us
We turn the simple into something extraordinary
A Catalan entrepreneur, a paella pan and an idea: that food should be part of the celebration. That’s how The Paella Experience began eight years ago.
Our story
An idea born far from home
I’m Raquel, Spanish and in love with Mediterranean cooking. I started out cooking paellas for celebrations in Belgium, where I learned to bring our cuisine closer to guests from all over the world.
Living in different countries taught me what couples and teams who choose Catalonia for their celebrations are looking for. Four years ago I brought the project home, and today we bring that experience to weddings, corporate events and private celebrations all over Catalonia.
Raquel Márquez
Founder & CEO
How we work
Much more than catering
We know Spanish food culture inside out, and we know what guests from abroad expect. We tailor every proposal to the type of event, the venue and the number of guests.
Live cooking
Paellas, rice dishes and fideuà cooked in front of your guests, with fresh produce and the ritual of the paella pan taking centre stage.
Produce and presentation
A finger food appetiser buffet inspired by the regions of Spain, with vegetarian options and careful attention to allergies.
Full service
Open bar, ham carver, desserts, furniture and decoration. We set up, cook and clear away anywhere in Catalonia.
“For me, paella is much more than a dish: it’s the moment when guests gather around the Paella Show Cooking, ask questions, taste and share.”
Raquel Márquez
The team
A team that takes care of every detail
From setup to the very last paella, the same team takes care of everything, so all you have to do is enjoy.
For every celebration
One idea, three settings
Weddings
Pre-wedding, wedding and post-wedding: cocktail-style appetisers, paella cooked live and everything your celebration needs.
Corporate events
Catering for celebrations, meetings and teams, plus The Paella Challenge as a team-building activity.
Private celebrations
Birthdays, first communions, christenings, anniversaries and family parties, with paella as the star of the show.