When will National Muffuletta Day be celebrated? September 14th of each calendar year.
What is National Muffuletta Day? The muffuletta has been a staple of New Orleans cuisine for over a century. Napoleon House has become synonymous with the muffuletta experience, offering its own unique, warm-pressed version that has made it a must-try for visitors and locals alike. Since 1914, Napoleon House has been a cornerstone of New Orleans’ culinary history, serving up its signature muffuletta in the heart of the French Quarter.
How should National Muffuletta Day be celebrated or observed? To celebrate this legendary sandwich, restaurants and delis nationwide will feature muffulettas and their own interpretations—from classic cold-cut versions to contemporary takes on the traditional recipe. Guests and fans will share their favorite muffuletta experiences online, posting photos and stories highlighting the sandwich’s significance in New Orleans and beyond.
On September 14, National Muffuletta Day will be celebrated at Napoleon House with a Guinness World Record attempt to create the world’s largest muffuletta—measuring 10 feet in diameter. The event will also feature a live muffuletta-making demonstration, a historical tour, and a performance by The Muff-a-Lottas, bringing energy and excitement to the festivities. Guests will receive commemorative recipe cards, ensuring they can take a piece of muffuletta history home with them.
Visually tempting with its vibrant olive salad and golden-seeded loaf, guests seek out Napoleon House for the muffuletta. Owned and operated by the Impastato family from 1914 and Ralph Brennan since May of 2015, Napoleon House ensures that this iconic sandwich remains a beloved part of New Orleans’ food culture.
Why was National Muffuletta Day created? The layers of Italian meats, cheeses, and signature olive salad make the muffuletta an iconic dish, balancing bold flavors with a satisfying crunch. Served on a round-seeded Italian loaf crafted by Ralph Brennan Bakery, it is a celebration of New Orleans’ Italian heritage and a testament to the city’s rich culinary traditions. At Napoleon House, the muffuletta is given a distinctive twist by being served warm, allowing the flavors to meld perfectly in every bite. The distinguishable sandwich extends to the olive salad, made with chickpeas for added texture and depth of flavor, and it is carefully hand-mixed in Uncle Joe Impastato’s original mixing bowl, preserving tradition with every batch.
Who created this day? This day was created by Napoleon House in 2025.