For errands, you go to certain areas in Metro Manila; same thing when have certain cravings. Banawe Street in Quezon City is beset with an unmistakable hum of engines, neon signages of varying textures, and side streets that smell of food comfort. And just when you think you’ve already uncovered every secret culinary nook, something new gently taps your shoulder and says: “But wait, there’s more.”
Enter Susana’s Lasagna—a humble, home-style creation that’s quickly becoming Banawe’s most unexpected star.
A classic reimagined for today’s appetite
The origin of Susana’s Lasagna began as a memory—specifically, that of a grandmother named Susana whose lasagna was once reserved for family gatherings—than a business idea. The dish was given new life by her grandson, Rad Pelayo.
But Susana’s Lasagna is tailored as a thoughtful rework of a classic, but engineered for Filipino taste buds. Think layers that don’t lean too sour or too sweet, a cheese profile that leans indulgent but not cloying, and a balance that speaks to the kind of flavor we grew up with at fiestas, yet refined enough to bring to a potluck to impress the “titas” in a party.
The frozen pasta revolution (yes, it’s a thing)
People say that shortcut meals, usually those that can be kept in the freezer for a considerable amount of time, can mean sacrificing quality. But Susana’s is trying to rewrite that script. Delivered frozen, each tray is a “heat-and-host” delight. No chopping. No simmering. No emotional breakdowns at the grocery store because someone bought the last pack of mozzarella. Just thaw, pop in the oven or microwave, and present a tray of quality-tasting lasagna.
It’s a lifesaver for holiday hosts, new parents, students living alone, busy professionals—and honestly, anyone who believes that good food shouldn’t require a three-hour commitment.
In a landscape full of flashy eats and fleeting trends, Susana’s Lasagna stands out for a very simple reason: it feels personal. It’s food with lineage—crafted, adjusted, and perfected with the Filipino palate in mind. But it’s also good food made for the pace of modern living, where convenience and quality rarely meet in the middle.
The brand is actively growing its network of resellers and franchise owners, for those who want to put up a food business without the delirious kitchen grind. No cooking required or culinary degree needed, just an approach that blends nostalgia with business-savvy practicality.
Sometimes, the most unforgettable meals aren’t the ones with the longest names or the fanciest plating but those rooted in someone’s kitchen long before the rest of us found out they existed.
If that entrepreneurial itch is starting to tingle, here’s where you can reach them:
Banawe, Quezon City Branch
0917 119 336674
P. Florentino St., Sto. Domingo, Banawe, QC
Lubao, Pampanga Branch
0917 144 4628
Purok 3, Lourde Lauc Pao, Lubao, Pampanga
Orders can also be coursed through Susana’s Lasagna on Facebook, where they’ll connect you to the nearest reseller (major holiday hack, by the way).
Sizes come from Solo to Party trays meant for reunions, office spread tables, and last-minute catering emergencies.