18:54 | Chiclayo, nov. 14.
A Peruvian pastry chef from Chiclayo has crafted a cake inspired by the city’s Cathedral and the dome of the Vatican, as a gesture of admiration and affection for Pope Leo XIV during his visit to the capital of the Lambayeque region.
Junior Burga Vigil, who has spent eight years in the pastry business and owns "Tortasty," explained that his creation represents the union of two iconic landmarks: the Cathedral of Chiclayo and the dome of the Vatican.
"This design draws inspiration from both places—the Cathedral of Chiclayo and the Vatican dome. There is a beautiful connection being felt right now, brought about by the Pope’s visit," he stated.
The pastry chef shared that he worked through several early morning hours to complete the project, as he also had to attend to his regular daily work.
His initial intention was to present the cake directly to the Supreme Pontiff; however, he explained that the protocols and logistics surrounding the visit made this impossible.
Junior noted that he had originally considered a more expansive design—one that would have included both the Vatican and the Cathedral of Chiclayo—but ultimately opted for a concept that symbolized the union between the two locations.
He further clarified that every element of the creation is edible and crafted from sugar, including the cake itself.
The creator remarked that the visit of Pope Leo XIV has fostered a sense of unity that, in his view, transcends religious differences and reaches people of other faiths as well.
“I feel—and this is also a message I’ve shared on my social media—that not only Catholics, but evangelicals and everyone else, have experienced a sense of unity and a message from God for us all,” he commented.
The cake caught the attention of those who had gathered around the Plaza de Armas in Chiclayo to attend the large-scale Mass held by Pope Leo XIV in the city; many approached to admire and photograph the creation.
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Publicado: 14/11/2026