With the Vatican In full preparation for the Conclave that will choose the next Pope in charge of happening to Francisco, many of the cardinals arrived at Rome They sought refuge in premises close to the San Pedro Basilicawhere they fed silently and with prudence, away from the crowd of visitors. There they tried many of the best Italian capital dishes And they toured their streets.
The Cardinals Gastronomic Walk
One of the most frequented restaurants at this stage was Arluadministered by Federica Gianmariaof 35 yearswho grew between the corridors of the premises and the usual treatment with prelates. “They come not only because you eat well, at least I hope so, but because We have created a relationship of trustlike a family, ”he said.
The favorite dishes of religious diners were the classics of Roman cuisine. They chose traditional recipes such as Carbonara Pastamade with Guizione, Pecorino and eggthe soft Burrata or the famous Saltimboccaprepared with veal fillet and Cured hamwhose name means “jump into your mouth.”
In the same area, the family restaurant Il Papalino He offered a reserved environment, ideal for ecclesiastical visits. Your manager, ANNA MARIA SIALANGAof 55 yearshe explained: “We have them throughout the year. There is one in particular that comes very often, but I can’t give names because discretion is part of the house.”
According to SIALANGAthe cardinals They avoided the central hall And they settled in furthest corners. “Because they have to be separated,” he said. He also pointed out that they did not make luxurious orders: “They eat simple, poor Roman food.” Among the outstanding dishes mentioned the Amatricianwith Pecorino, Guizione and tomato, the Griciathat dispenses with the tomato, and again the Carbonara. Among the second dishes predominated the tripehe ox tail and the infallible Saltimbocca.
On another neighborhood road, the owner of the pizzeria Marcantonio, Benito Cannizzarohe said that the number of cardinals decreased after the death of the Pope the past April 21. “There are too many journalists and that’s why they don’t come out,” he lamented while attending a group of tourists in front of the menu.
The favorite desserts and ice cream of the cardinals
One of the most beloved sweet stops by the members of the clergy was the ice cream shop L’Arena del Gelatodecorated with images of cardinals savoring their products. In one of the photos the cardinal appears Thomas Christopher Collinsof Canadaenjoying a cucurucho. According to Rossella Longobardiowner’s sister Giuseppe“Collins is followed, is my brother’s genuine friend.”
Longobardi indicated that during the last thirteen yearsmany bishops and archbishops crossed the doors of the premises. Among the most recent was the cardinal Leopoldo Brenesof Nicaraguawho asked for a vanilla ice cream in a glass.
The specialty of the house is the “Vaticon”a crepe Rolled like cone, filled with ice cream. Another popular flavor is that of caramel saucecreated in tribute to the deceased Pope Francisbased on the classic Argentine flavor of caramelized milk.
Although the Vatican environment is in a solemn moment by the Church leadership transitionthe cardinals who participate in the conclave retained a simple and reserved routine, accompanied by the authentic flavors of Rome and the affection of the neighbors who welcomed them for years.
Source: Ambito
