Pope Leo Shares Lighthearted Preference for Hot Dogs During Public Meeting

Pope Leo shared a humorous preference for mustard and ketchup on hot dogs during a during a casual interaction with the faithful at the Vatican. The 70-year-old pontiff responded to a joke from the crowd, initially stating he preferred only mustard before correcting himself to include ketchup. During the exchange, the Pope attempted to catch a hot dog-shaped toy thrown to him by one of the participants. Known for his interest in American cuisine, the Pope has previously received pizzas sent to him from Chicago. He has also gained attention for his unconventional style, having previously paired traditional clerical attire with sneakers.