About this vendor
Paellas San Juan, based in Friday Harbor, WA, has been redefining catering experiences since 2016, specializing in Mediterranean and Spanish cuisine. Led by a seasoned chef with over two decades of catering expertise across Spain, Paellas San Juan offers a unique blend of authenticity and innovation. From the scenic San Juan Islands to the bustling city of Seattle and beyond, their culinary journey spans the Pacific Northwest, delivering memorable moments with each flavorful dish.
Drawing inspiration from her roots and extensive culinary background, the co-owner of Paellas San Juan infuses each event with a touch of Spanish charm and culinary mastery. Focusing on using locally sourced ingredients from trusted farmers and suppliers, they guarantee freshness and quality in every bite. The hallmark of their service is the interactive paella cooking experience, where guests gather around to savor the aroma and flavors of this iconic Spanish dish, creating an atmosphere of friendliness and delight.
Whether a lavish wedding reception or an intimate gathering, their team ensures seamless execution from setup to cleanup. They provide diverse options, from buffet-style feasts to formal sit-down dinners, including seasonal and customizable dishes. With attention to detail and a commitment to excellence, Paellas San Juan transforms ordinary meals into extraordinary culinary experiences, leaving guests craving more.
Details
Cuisine
- French
- Greek
- Italian
- Seafood
Dietary Options
- Dairy Free
- Gluten Free
- Nut Free
- Organic
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
Food & Catering
- Buffet
- Catering Clean Up
- Catering Delivery & Setup
- Seated Meal
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Paellas San Juan is absolutely AMAZING -- we are so, so happy that they catered our wedding and our guests were raving about them. We got married last weekend in Friday Harbor, and...
Paella's catered all three days of our wedding weekend. Ray & Zoraima were absolutely amazing to work with throughout the entire planning process. They were quick to respond to emails, not afraid to jump on a phone call with us, and were super collaborative the entire process.
Lets start with the welcome party -- they catered an absolutely iconic outdoor garden pizza party. Ray, Zoraima and their team seamlessly pumped out wood fired pizzas for all of our guests. And they were *delicious* -- the dough was soft, the sauce was delicious and the cheese was fresh. Our guests were thrilled about the pizzas. They went above and beyond and even made personal pizzas for some guests who had different requests. Truly some of the best pizza we've ever eaten!!
On wedding day, the team CRUSHED it. The papas fritas and shrimp croquettes at cocktail hour were a hit. The charcuterie board was gorgeous (and delicious). And don't even get me started on the paellas!! Our guests audibly GASPED when they went to buffet line and saw the gorgeous paellas all lined up. The rice was truly DELICIOUS and the seafood was fresh. People mention that the newly weds have to sneak in a meal with the chaos, but truly sitting down with our paella we ATE THE WHOLE BOWL. It was out of this world delicious -- fresh, perfectly seasoned, and delicious. An incredibly memorable meal for such a special day. The team was so attentive and detail oriented, the buffet went so smoothly.
Lastly, the paellas team catered our farewell brunch on the day after the wedding. They made loads of breakfast sandwiches all wrapped up in cute paper for guests who needed a grab & go option before running off the the ferry. The donuts and pastries were soft, fresh, and delightful (especially the eclairs, YUM). They had hot coffees, teas, fruits -- everything!! It was such a perfect meal to share with our guests as we all hobbled in from the wedding night before.
Truly cannot speak highly of the paellas team enough. If you are considering hiring them for your wedding/event -- DO IT. I wish I could give them 10/5 stars because they are just THAT GOOD. All in all, delicious food all weekend, amazing service, and perfect execution all weekend. THANK YOU PAELLAS <3
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Friday Harbor, Washington, Friday Harbor, WA
Paellas San Juan