Founded in the fall of 2017 by husband and wife team Greg and Marcela. Based in San Jose, California and serving the entire Bay Area. Mas Paella is a catering company focused on traditional Spanish cooking, specializing in giant paella and tapas.

The Paella

Creating great Paella starts with sourcing the best of ingredients. We use only the finest grade of Valencian rice, Arroz Bomba. This particular rice has the ability to absorb large quantities of the flavorful broth, allowing it to take on the maximum amount of flavor without losing its distinctive texture. The second most important ingredient is saffron. We have sourced the finest available saffron from La Mancha Spain. The remaining ingredients are sourced from local farmers, foragers, ranchers and purveyors, whose attention to sustainability and quality are consistent with our values.

The Socarrat

The perfect Paella would not be complete without the Socarrat. This is the term given to the lightly browned caramelized crust of rice along the bottom of the pan. Aficionados insist that this is the best part of the Paella.

To achieve the most authentic results, our paellas are cooked on special high-output propane burners imported directly from Spain that must be operated outdoors. We can set up on patios or decks, in driveways, in garages, in courtyards, or on the lawn. Where space permits, we are also able to cook Paella over wood fires. This is perfect for beach parties and festive occasions with the appropriate space.