Gelateria Owner Recalls Pope Francis' Simple Tastes and Generosity

A Special Gelateria

• 🍦 The gelateria opened on the same day Pope Francis was elected, with the first cake themed around his namesake, St. George.
• 📌 Over time, cakes were themed around topics dear to the Pope, such as children and migrants, reflecting his messages.

Adapting to the Pope's Health

• ⚠️ As Pope Francis found it difficult to eat many sweets, the production of sweets for him was reduced.
• 🤝 He requested that these sweets be given to the dispossessed and poorest individuals near St. Peter's Square.

Generosity and Special Flavors

• 🎂 Following the Pope's instructions, thousands of cakes were made to resemble his, distributed to the poor.
• 🇦🇷 The Pope had a particular fondness for mate, which was incorporated into cake flavors.
• 🧐 Despite being simple and austere in taste, the Pope was regularly surprised with special creations.