Celebrate World Lasagna Day with LaManna
Lasagne lovers, this one’s for you.
World Lasagna Day is celebrated on 29 July, and there’s no better place to indulge than LaManna. If you’re craving a classic family favourite, LaManna’s handcrafted lasagne (1.7kg, 950g & 500g) are made with quality ingredients and authentic Italian flavour.
50% off Family Lasagnes
Wednesday 5 August
On Wednesday 5 August, Mangia Members can enjoy 50% off our family-sized 1.7kg Beef Bolognese & 1.8kg Vegetable Lasagne, reduced from $38 to just $19.
Available in-store only, limit of two per Mangia Member, while stocks last. T&Cs apply. It’s the perfect excuse to stock the freezer or enjoy an easy family dinner.
How to Celebrate It the Italian Way
For anyone who takes their pasta seriously, World Lasagna Day is the perfect excuse to make a lasagna worth gathering around. We’re talking silky sheets of pasta, rich ragù, generous layers of cheese and the kind of bubbling golden top that brings everyone to the table before you’ve even called them. Bellissimo.
So, gather the family and get ready to celebrate one of Italy’s most-loved dishes, from the first layer to the final golden top. After all, bringing people together around good food is what authentic Italian recipes do best.
A Dish With Real History
Lasagna has been bringing people to the table for centuries. Its roots stretch back to Naples in the Middle Ages, while the name is believed to come from the Latin lasanum, referring to the cooking pot used to prepare it.
The layered version we know and love today was later popularised in Bologna, where flat pasta sheets are traditionally paired with slow-cooked ragù, béchamel and Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Head south and the recipe takes on a different personality. Southern Italian lasagna often uses rippled pasta, ricotta and a richer, tomato-forward sauce.
What Makes a Lasagna Worth Celebrating
What separates a good lasagna from an unforgettable one is the quality of ingredients that go into each layer.
- Pasta sheets: Fresh pasta creates a softer, more delicate finish, while quality dried sheets give your lasagna a firmer structure and hold up beautifully between generous layers.
- Meat ragù: Slow cooking builds depth. A properly seasoned ragù should taste rich and savoury, with enough body to carry the whole dish.
- Ricotta, mozzarella and Parmigiano-Reggiano: Ricotta adds creaminess, mozzarella brings that irresistible stretch, and Parmigiano-Reggiano adds a salty, nutty finish
- Béchamel: A classic choice in Northern Italian lasagna, béchamel adds silkiness and brings the pasta and ragù together. Southern styles often favour ricotta instead.
Visit us at Essendon Fields, and you’ll find all the quality Italian ingredients you need to make the perfect dish for International Lasagna Day.
How to Celebrate Lasagna Day
There’s no single right way to celebrate World Lasagna Day, as long as there’s plenty of flavour and someone to share it with.
Make it from scratch
For the full Lasagna Day experience, take the time to create every layer and let quality ingredients and an authentic Italian recipe do the talking.
Build a simpler version
Visit us at Essendon Fields and pick up pre-made fresh pasta, rich sauces, quality cheeses and everything else you need to assemble a memorable lasagna at home, without the stress of making every element from scratch.
Let us do the prep
If you’re short on time, our ready-to-bake meals make it easy to gather everyone around a generous, comforting dish without spending your whole day in the kitchen.
However you celebrate National Lasagna Day, make sure to gather your favourite people, serve it generously, and enjoy one of life’s great culinary pleasures around the table.
FAQs
When is World Lasagne Day 2026?
World Lasagna Day is celebrated every year on the 29th of July, giving pasta lovers everywhere a date worth circling on the calendar.
This special day began in the United States, where it’s also known as National Lasagna Day, but the celebration has travelled well beyond its origins. Today, it’s embraced globally, including right here in Australia.
What is the difference between National Lasagna Day and World Lasagna Day?
There’s no practical difference. National Lasagna Day began in the United States, while World Lasagna Day reflects how widely the occasion is now celebrated, including here in Australia. Both fall on July 29.
Does LaManna have a World Lasagna Day special?
Yes – On Wednesday 29 July, Mangia Members can enjoy 50% off our 1.7kg Beef Bolognese & 1.8kg Vegetable Lasagne, reduced from $38 to just $19.
* The offer is limited to two lasagne per Mangia Member.
Do I need to be a Mangia Member to receive the discount?
Yes – LaManna’s World Lasagna Day offer is exclusive to Mangia Members. If you’re not already a member, you can join before purchasing to redeem the offer.
Where can I redeem the National Lasagna Day offer?
The offer is available in-store only at LaManna Essendon Fields on 29 July, from 8am to 7pm, while stocks last.
What cheeses go in an authentic Italian lasagna?
The cheese you use for an authentic Italian lasagna depends on the regional style. Ricotta brings creaminess, mozzarella adds its signature stretch, and Parmigiano-Reggiano delivers a savoury, nutty finish. Northern Italian lasagna may use béchamel instead of ricotta.
Do you use béchamel or ricotta in lasagna?
Both béchamel and ricotta belong in lasagna, just in different traditions. Northern Italian versions usually feature béchamel, while Southern Italian recipes often use ricotta. Choose the style you love, then use quality ingredients and layer generously.
Can you make lasagna ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble your lasagna, cover it well and refrigerate it before baking. Making it ahead also gives the flavours time to mingle. Bake it fresh when everyone’s ready to gather around the table.