Celebrate Melbourne Cup with LaManna
November 4, 2025
Australia’s most exciting social celebration is almost here, and loud cheers are on the agenda! On Melbourne Cup Day 2025, Australians will gather in style to celebrate and indulge in good food and drinks with mates. From backyard BBQs, to office lunches and glamorous home soirees, Melbourne Cup celebrations are about eating delicious food and engaging in some friendly rivalries.
Celebrate Melbourne Cup in 2025 with LaManna’s showstopping grazing platters, sparkling drinks and fresh, mouth-watering desserts. Our selection of premium and authentic Italian foods, sweets and drinks brings trackside glamour to any event — from a luxe Cup party to a relaxed office lunch.
Melbourne Cup Lunch Ideas
Looking for some Melbourne Cup lunch ideas?
Add some glam to home LaManna’s savoury grazing platters. Picture premium salumi, cheeses from Italy, France and Spain, plump antipasto, sun-ripened dried fruits, tart pickles, crisp crackers and seasonal berries.
Tempt your guests’ sweet tooth with luscious treats from our patisserie. Choose from LaManna’s famous crunchy cannoli with velvety fillings, fruit tarts and mini cheesecakes to impress and delight race-day guests.
Add a little fun at the table with a “Bet on your bite” food sweep. Assign each dish a racehorse’s name and ask guests to pick at random. Winner gets an extra round of applause and some extra treats!
Love a classic Italian touch? Serve light pasta dishes with chilled bottles of bubbles available from Essendon’s favourite supermarket, LaManna. Serving sizes are perfect for hosting at home or in the office.
From crowd-pleasing platters and race-worthy desserts to fresh produce and bubbles, Melbourne locals will find everything they need while shopping locally at LaManna Supermarket in Essendon Fields.
Easy Entertaining: From Bubbles to Nibbles
Hosting on Melbourne Cup Day should feel and look effortless.
LaManna in Essendon Fields has everything you need for a winning spread on Cup Day, from bubbles to nibbles.
Stroll through our aisles to discover artisan cheeses from Italy, France and Spain, juicy hand-selected antipasto like olives and sundried tomatoes, fresh seasonal fruits and sparkling beverages ready to pop once the race begins.
Need inspiration to plan the perfect Cup event? Come in-store to speak with our friendly and expert staff who are ready to help you.
Discover authentic Italian flavours at LaManna to inspire your 2025 Melbourne Cup Day feast.
Melbourne Cup Catering with LaManna Supermarket
Tasked with hosting the Melbourne Cup celebration this year? Make it fun, not frantic!
LaManna is your go-to destination for Melbourne Cup Day catering. We make it easy for you to host the perfect event and make it look super easy. There are plenty of options to choose from, you’ll be spoilt for choice!
Our grazing boxes, fruit platters and mini-desserts take the stress out of catering for your Melbourne Cup event so you can relax and enjoy the race. No baking, prepping or plating required.
Pre-order your Melbourne Cup lunch platters via the website and pick up in-store. LaManna provides you with a deliciously convenient way to celebrate Melbourne Cup Day, and the food is a guaranteed win for your guests’ taste buds!
Plan Your Melbourne Cup Shopping at LaManna
If you want to host an unforgettable party for the Melbourne Cup in 2025 but don’t know where to start, come to LaManna in Essendon Fields. We’re your one-stop shop for fresh food, drinks, desserts, and flowers with plenty of options to suit every foodie!
You’ll find fresh produce, artisan breads, savoury grazing platters, fine cheeses, sweets and sparkling beverages to take your celebrations to the next level. Find fresh flowers in-store to help you create a gorgeous table to display all the treats.
Pick up last-minute essentials or pre-order your favourites in advance and skip the queue. Our team is here to help you create an unforgettable Melbourne Cup celebration.
Our vibrant Essendon Fields store is a foodie heaven, with over 10,000 square metres filled with quality products. In-store pasta experts are ready to help you discover the perfect shape, sauce, or pairing for your celebration. From classic staples to specialty goods, our wide selection makes it easy to create a memorable feast or thoughtful foodie gift.
Add the LaManna flair to your Melbourne Cup Day celebration with the best selection of authentic Italian products, fresh foods, drinks and desserts. Remember to pre-order your treats so you don’t miss out.
Prefer to plan? Simply shop online and pick up in-store so your celebration is stress-free and easy. Everything you need is under one roof at LaManna.
Set the table, pour the Prosecco and let the excitement build until the race begins.