Tapas Madriz · Melbourne

Wedding Paella Catering Melbourne
as unique as your love story

Melbourne's most memorable paella wedding catering — live Spanish paella and tapas, cooked from scratch at your wedding venue.

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30–150 Wedding
Guests
$75 Per Person
From
100% Live On-Site
Cooking
Melb Wide
Service

Your wedding day deserves food that feels alive

Most wedding catering arrives in trays, gets plated behind closed doors, and leaves no memory beyond the meal itself. Tapas Madriz is entirely different.

Ignacio, our Madrid-born chef, cooks everything live at your venue. The paella sizzles in a giant pan, the aroma fills the room, guests gather around — the cooking becomes part of your celebration before a single plate is served.

We have catered for weddings across Melbourne — intimate garden ceremonies of 30, elegant receptions of 150, and everything in between. Full setup, full service, full cleanup. You enjoy every moment of your day. We handle every detail of the food.

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Tapas Madriz chef cooking live paella at a real Melbourne wedding reception

Why couples choose Tapas Madriz

Live Cooking Theatre

The paella pan becomes part of your venue's atmosphere. Guests gather, watch, and experience the food being made — it creates a natural, joyful energy that no buffet or plated service can match.

A Chef with a Story

Ignacio grew up in Madrid where paella is a ritual, not a recipe. He brings that authenticity — the real saffron, the proper sofrito, the rice cooked to the exact point of socarrat — to your wedding day.

Zero Stress for You

We arrive early, set up completely, cook, serve, and leave your venue spotless. On your wedding day your only job is to be present. We take care of every single detail of the food.

Every Guest Included

All paellas are naturally gluten free and dairy free. Vegetarian, vegan, and shellfish-free versions available. We ensure every guest at your table — whatever their dietary needs — has a plate they love.

Perfect for every type of wedding

Garden & outdoor weddings Function venue receptions Backyard & private property Winery & estate weddings Rooftop & terrace venues Cocktail & grazing receptions Post-ceremony celebrations Rehearsal dinners

We cook anywhere with a flat space and access to power. Indoor, outdoor, marquee — we confirm suitability when you enquire.

How your wedding catering works

1

You reach out & we talk through your day

Tell us your date, venue, guest count, and the style of your celebration. We'll discuss menu options, dietary needs, timing, and build a package that fits your vision and budget. No pressure, no sales pitch — just an honest conversation.

2

We tailor your menu and confirm the details

We send you a custom proposal with your chosen tapas, paella selection, service style, and final pricing. A 30% deposit secures your date. From here, we handle all the logistics so you don't have to think about catering again until the day.

3

We arrive, set up, and get cooking

Ignacio and the Tapas Madriz team arrive well before your guests. All equipment, ingredients, and serving items come with us — nothing for you or your venue to organise. We set up, cook live, and serve at the pace your event calls for.

4

Your guests eat, celebrate, and remember it

The paella comes out, the tapas keep flowing, the atmosphere is warm and alive. When the food service is done, we clean up completely and leave your venue exactly as we found it. You focus on your wedding. We focus on making the food unforgettable.

What's included in every wedding booking

Ignacio or a trained Tapas Madriz chef for your event
All ingredients sourced and prepared — nothing for you to organise
Live on-site cooking from scratch throughout service
Full setup before guests arrive, complete cleanup after
Eco-friendly plates, napkins, and serving items
All dietary requirements accommodated (GF, DF, vegan, vegetarian)
Homemade Aioli with every package
Menu fully tailored to your wedding style and timing

Wedding packages

La Boda Clásica

$75pp
Min. 30 guests
  • 2 tapas of your choice
  • 1 signature paella for the group
  • Full setup, service & cleanup
Most popular

La Boda Española

$95pp
Min. 30 guests
  • 3 tapas of your choice (1 premium)
  • 1 paella for the group
  • Extended service window
  • Full setup, service & cleanup

El Gran Banquete

$120pp
Min. 30 guests
  • 4 tapas of your choice (2 standard + 2 premium)
  • 2 signature paellas
  • Chef's dessert or sweet tapas
  • Full setup, service & cleanup
  • Ignacio personally attends

All packages include full setup and cleanup. Custom packages available for larger weddings and multi-course sit-down receptions. Contact us for a personalised quote.

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Book Your Wedding Catering

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

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