HOMEWOOD, Ill. – Aurelio’s Pizza launched its latest masterpiece, the new “Poperoni Pizza,” to honor Pope Leo XIV’s love for the Homewood-based pizzeria.
What we know:
The new pizza features Aurelio’s original pepperoni topped with a full layer of new crispy cup pepperoni, giving the pie an extra crunchy texture and spice.
Opened in 1959, Aurelio’s Pizza is a favorite of the new pope. Born Robert Prevost, the first American-born pontiff grew up in Chicago, eating Aurelio’s. In August 2024, he even visited the flagship restaurant in Homewood, Ill. in August 2024.
A large “Poperoni” costs $32.75. Find your nearest Aurelio’s Pizza location here.
The Source: Details for this story were provided by Aurelio’s Pizza.