Garcima

The Garcima Paella Gas Burner 400 is a freestanding, dual-ring gas burner designed for outdoor commercial cooking. Built from steel and mounted on a fixed stand, it connects directly to a propane gas bottle and delivers two independent rings of high heat — making it a practical choice for street food traders, event caterers, and hospitality operators who need reliable outdoor cooking power without fixed infrastructure.

In service, the twin-ring configuration gives operators genuine flexibility. Each ring is independently controlled, so you can run a large paella pan over both rings simultaneously or use just one ring for smaller pans — useful when cooking volumes vary across a trading day. The burner handles the sustained, high heat that paella, breakfasts, and similar high-volume outdoor cooking demand, and it sets up and strips down quickly enough to suit mobile operations where time between pitches matters.

Key operational advantages include:

• Independent ring controls allow different pan sizes and heat levels simultaneously
• Propane-compatible as standard, with butane possible via a separate regulator
• Freestanding stand — no bench, table, or fixed surface required
• Simple assembly and disassembly suited to mobile catering setups
• Compact footprint relative to cooking capacity for trailer or van storage

The burner runs on propane as standard. Butane use is possible but requires a separate regulator, which is not included. The gas hose is also sold separately — worth confirming the correct connections before your first event. This is an outdoor unit and is not suited to enclosed or semi-enclosed indoor environments without appropriate ventilation assessment.

This burner is well suited to street food traders, pop-up caterers, and event hospitality teams who need a portable, no-fuss outdoor cooking solution for paella, large-batch fry-ups, or similar high-heat dishes. For very high-volume sites running multiple large pans across a full trading day, a heavier-duty burner setup may be worth considering.

If you're unsure whether this burner suits your service format or gas supply setup, we're happy to talk it through before you order.

The Garcima 500mm carbon steel paella pan is a traditionally made Spanish pan designed for producing authentic paella at scale. Carbon steel is the material of choice for this style of cooking — it conducts heat evenly across the wide, shallow base, which is essential for developing the socarrat, the caramelised rice crust that defines a well-made paella.

In a commercial setting, carbon steel pans earn their place through durability and performance under repeated use. Unlike non-stick or enamelled alternatives, this pan builds seasoning over time, which improves flavour and reduces sticking with each service. The 500mm diameter makes it well suited to catering for larger groups in one cook, whether in a professional kitchen, at a live cooking station, or at an outdoor event.

Practical advantages for kitchen operators include:

• Even heat distribution across the wide base for consistent cooking results
• Builds natural seasoning with use, improving performance over time
• Integral handles finished in Garcima's signature red for confident pan control
• Compatible with paella burners, gas hobs, and open fires
• Straightforward to maintain with correct seasoning and storage practice

Carbon steel does require some care. The pan should be dried thoroughly after washing and lightly oiled before storage to prevent surface rust. It is not suited to prolonged exposure to moisture or acidic marinades left sitting in the pan. With correct handling, these pans are long-lasting and reliable in high-use environments.

This size is well suited to restaurants, event caterers, and hospitality venues serving paella as a regular menu item. For smaller batch cooking or single-portion work, a smaller diameter would be more practical. For very large outdoor events or high-volume catering, wider pans are available within the range.

If you are building a paella station or are unsure which size suits your service volumes, the team is happy to talk through the options with you.

The Garcima SL 600mm paella pan is a traditional Spanish-made carbon steel pan designed for producing authentic paella at scale. At 600mm in diameter, it is a substantial piece of cookware suited to catering events, outdoor cooking setups, and commercial kitchens where paella is a regular menu item rather than an occasional special.

Carbon steel is the material of choice for paella pans for good reason. It conducts and distributes heat efficiently across the wide base, which is essential for developing the socarrat — the prized caramelised rice crust at the bottom that defines a well-made paella. Unlike stainless steel, carbon steel develops a natural seasoning over repeated uses, which gradually improves the cooking surface and deepens the flavour of the dish. The 4.12kg weight reflects the pan's solid construction without making it impractical to handle.

Practical points worth noting for operators:

• Compatible with paella burners, gas hobs, and open flame — versatile across different cooking setups
• Built-in handles on opposing sides allow two-person lifting and repositioning safely during service
• Carbon steel requires seasoning before first use and routine maintenance to prevent surface rust
• Not dishwasher safe — hand washing and prompt drying are essential to preserve the cooking surface
• Suitable for outdoor catering, event cooking, and commercial kitchen service

The pan is best suited to operators who serve paella regularly and understand the maintenance requirements of carbon steel. It is a working tool rather than a display piece, and it rewards consistent use. For lower-volume or occasional use, a smaller diameter may be more practical; for very high-volume event catering, larger diameter options are available within the range.

If you are unsure which size or specification suits your setup — particularly if you are working with a specific burner or cooking station — the team is happy to talk it through before you place an order.

The Garcima 520mm round griddle pan is a substantial cast iron cooking pan with a ridged surface and enamel finish, made in Spain. It is designed for direct-heat cooking over open fires, barbecues, and paella burners rather than conventional hob rings, and at 11kg it is a serious piece of cookware built for repeated heavy use.

Cast iron takes longer to come up to temperature than lighter materials, but once it reaches heat it distributes it consistently across the cooking surface and holds it well. That thermal stability matters in batch cooking — when cold proteins hit the surface, the pan does not drop temperature as sharply as thinner alternatives. The ridged surface produces clean char marks and allows fat to drain away, making it well suited to searing meats and robust vegetables over high direct heat.

Practical advantages for outdoor catering and live-fire use include:

• Strong heat retention reduces temperature loss between batches
• Ridged surface drains fat and produces consistent char marks
• Enamel coating protects the iron and simplifies cleaning after service
• Two substantial loop handles allow confident lifting and repositioning
• Compatible with paella burners, open flames, and barbecue grills

The 520mm diameter requires a suitably sized burner to heat evenly across the full surface — a heat source that is too small will result in a hot centre and cooler outer edges. Allow adequate warm-up time before service. This pan is not intended for standard commercial hob rings; it belongs on a burner rig or outdoor cooking station.

It is well suited to paella events, outdoor catering operations, and live-fire cooking stations where large-batch searing or grilling is required. Operators working with smaller portion sizes or in more confined kitchen environments may find a smaller diameter pan from the same range more practical.

If you are putting together a paella station or live-fire setup and want to make sure your burner and pan combination will work for the volumes you are cooking, we are happy to talk it through.

The Garcima 360mm carbon steel paella pan is a traditionally made Spanish paella pan sized to serve four to five portions. It is manufactured in Spain by Garcima, one of the most established names in paella cookware, and is built to the proportions and material standard that define authentic paella preparation.

Carbon steel is the correct material choice for paella. Unlike stainless steel or non-stick alternatives, carbon steel develops a natural seasoning layer with use, progressively improving flavour and building the socarrat — the lightly caramelised base that characterises a well-made paella. This is not a shortcut or a selling point; it is simply how the material behaves, and why professional paella cooks use it. The pan is robust enough to handle regular use in a catering environment and, at just under a kilogram, is manageable for a pan of this diameter.

From an operational standpoint, this size suits:

• Individual portion service at paella stations or live cooking events
• Small batch cooking for table service
• Catering operations producing paella at volume using multiple pans simultaneously

The pan is compatible with gas hobs, paella burners, and open flame heat sources. It is not suitable for induction hobs without an induction disc adaptor. Carbon steel requires seasoning before first use and basic maintenance — drying thoroughly after washing and applying a light coat of oil to prevent surface rust. This is standard practice with carbon steel cookware and not a limitation unique to this pan.

This 360mm pan is a practical choice for operators who serve paella regularly and want a reliable, authentic result. For higher-volume service or larger batch cooking, wider diameter options are worth considering. If you are equipping a paella station or sourcing multiple pans for an event catering operation, it is worth having a conversation about quantities and sizing before ordering.