Tapas Madriz · Melbourne
Live Spanish cooking at your event — paella and tapas cooked fresh on-site by Ignacio, our Madrid-born chef.
The Spanish paella experience cooked and enjoyed at the place of your preference. Add the Spanish flavours and traditions to your perfect night.
Madrid to Melbourne
Authentic Spanish catering — cooked live, from scratch, at your event.
Tapas Madriz is Melbourne's Spanish paella and tapas catering specialist. Every event is cooked live by Ignacio (Nacho) — a Madrid-born chef who has spent years bringing the heat, aroma and theatre of authentic Spanish cooking to homes and venues across Melbourne.
Whether you're planning a birthday party, corporate event, wedding or an intimate dinner for friends, Nacho arrives with all equipment, cooks your paella live on-site, and leaves your kitchen cleaner than he found it.
"I cook every event myself. Your guests don't get a team — they get the chef."
— Ignacio, FounderLive on-site cooking
Nacho cooks your paella in a traditional paellera over high heat — saffron-scented, socarrat-crusted, nothing like what you'd get from a tray.
Meat
Chicken, chorizo and seasonal vegetables in a rich saffron broth. The heartiest option — perfect for corporate lunches and winter events where the smoky aroma becomes part of the occasion.
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Seafood
Prawns, calamari and fresh seafood — no shells, no mess. Melbourne's most requested paella for weddings and summer events.
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Vegan · GF
Seasonal vegetables, artichoke and peas in saffron rice. Fully vegan and gluten free — as good as the meat version.
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Seafood · Bold
Black rice cooked in squid ink with prawns and calamari. Always the talking point of the event.
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Noodle Paella
The Valencian noodle paella — short pasta cooked in rich seafood broth with the same socarrat crust as a traditional paella. A crowd-pleasing alternative.
DiscoverWhat We Offer
From $39pp
Live paella cooked on-site at your event — saffron-scented, socarrat-crusted, served fresh from the pan.
From $39pp
Live paella stations for staff lunches, client entertaining and end-of-year events. Impressive food, zero stress.
From $75pp
Live paella and tapas for weddings — the cooking station becomes part of the celebration.
From $39pp
Birthdays, anniversaries, garden gatherings — Nacho brings the paellera to your backyard.
From $120pp
Multi-course Spanish dinners for 4–12 guests, cooked live in your home. A restaurant without the restaurant.
From $39pp
Full Spanish catering experience — paella, tapas and more, tailored to your event and guests.
Transparent Pricing
Paella Only
Choice of paella + Pan con Tomate. Ideal for casual events and large corporate lunches.
El Clásico
Paella + 2 tapas. The most popular choice for private parties and birthdays.
La Gastronómica
Paella + 3 tapas. The full Spanish experience for weddings, corporates and celebrations.
El Chef's Premium
Paella + 4 tapas + La Viña Cheesecake. The complete Tapas Madriz experience.
Minimum 15 guests · Travel fee applies beyond 15km of Parkdale · Extra tapas $10.50pp ($12.50pp premium)
Included in all packages
Nothing arrives pre-made. Nothing comes in a tray. Every tapas dish is prepared fresh by Nacho at your event.
Extra tapas can be added at $10.50pp (★ premium $12.50pp). Nothing pre-made — all cooked fresh.
Simple Process
Use the instant estimate on our menu page or send an enquiry. We respond within 24 hours, every day.
Choose your package, tapas and paella variety. A 30% deposit secures your date — balance due before the event.
Nacho arrives with all ingredients, equipment and the paellera. He sets up while you greet your guests.
Live cooking in front of your guests. Nacho cleans up and leaves — you enjoy the rest of the night.
In Action
Serving All of Melbourne
Free travel within 15km of Parkdale. Available from Brighton to Mornington Peninsula and everywhere in between.
What Our Clients Say
Tapas Madriz turned our anniversary party into an absolute dream! Ignacio's paella was divine, and the tapas were just like being back in Spain. He cooked everything fresh at our home, creating such an amazing atmosphere.
★★★★★
We hired Tapas Madriz for a corporate event and it was a huge success. The live cooking experience was a fantastic talking point and the food was simply incredible. Our clients were raving about it!
★★★★★
From the first bite of patatas bravas to the last spoonful of paella, every dish was bursting with flavour. Not having to worry about a thing meant I could actually enjoy my own party!
★★★★★
★★★★★ 5.0 · 43 Google Reviews
Common Questions
Packages start at $39pp for Paella Only, rising to $65pp (El Clásico — paella + 2 tapas), $75pp (La Gastronómica — paella + 3 tapas) and $95pp (El Chef's Premium — paella + 4 tapas + cheesecake). All prices include live on-site cooking, equipment, setup, service and cleanup. Free travel within 15km of Parkdale.
Tapas Madriz caters for events from 15 to 150 guests. For private chef experiences, we cater for 4–12 guests. For events over 100 guests, get in touch for a custom quote.
All paellas are gluten free, dairy free and nut free as standard. The Paella de Verduras is fully vegan. Mention your requirements when you enquire and Nacho will confirm suitable dishes.
Yes — Nacho arrives with everything: the traditional paellera, burner, gas, all ingredients, serving equipment and utensils. You provide an outdoor or well-ventilated space for the paella station.
Free travel within 15km of Parkdale (Brighton, Cheltenham, Mentone). Zone 2 (15–30km, ~$60–80): CBD, South Yarra, St Kilda, Richmond, Hawthorn. Zone 3 (30–60km, ~$120–150): Frankston, Mornington, Peninsula. Beyond 60km — contact us for a custom quote.
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Reserve Your Date
Tell us about your event and we'll get back to you with a tailored proposal within 24 hours.
Deposit
30% to secure your date
Balance due prior to event
Cancellation
Free before 7 days
50% charge within 7 days
Response Time
Within 24 hours
Mon – Sun
Tapas Madriz Assistant
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