Pan dei Morti
October 27, 2026
As autumn arrives and the air turns crisp, we return to one of Italy’s most cherished seasonal traditions: Pan dei Morti, or “Bread of the Dead.”
These rich, dark, delicately spiced cookies hail from Northern Italy. Rooted in centuries-old customs, the tradition is said to date back to pre-Christian times, when food was offered at graves in remembrance of the departed.
Today, Pan dei Morti is enjoyed during All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, a time when families honor the memory of loved ones and celebrate the enduring connection between food, tradition, and remembrance.
Over time, this ancient ritual became a beloved autumn treat, made with dried fruits, nuts, and warming spices—a timeless expression of Italian heritage, remembrance, and family.
Emporio Rulli’s version follows the Lombard tradition, made with raisins, almonds, orange peel, pine nuts, and warm spices. Soft and slightly chewy, they melt in your mouth and have a long shelf life that makes them ideal to keep at home through the holidays. Perfect alongside a glass of Vin Santo, they bring the flavors and spirit of Italian tradition to every celebration.
Enjoy in-store or order a six-piece tray to ship nationwide.
