06/23/2026
When in Italy, you don’t just eat the pasta you make it. 🍝✨🇮🇹
Angela DeFlorio ’28 shares one of her favorite memories from the Elon CCM pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi Italy.
“The food was amazing! It’s always such a good experience to go to a new country and immerse yourself in the culture. I really liked the pasta-making class, and I actually learned a few tips and tricks from Chef Alberto that I took home and used to make my own pasta. Of course, I really loved the gelato, and I had a ton of fun trying new dishes I never would have gotten to try otherwise.
I also thought it was really interesting that during the times when I was most at peace on the trip, I always saw an animal of some sort. I think it was a good reminder not only of St. Francis’ love for animals, but also of how God shows He’s there in the little ways.”
From making fresh pasta to finding moments of peace and faith along the journey, Italy was full of unforgettable experiences. ❤️🙏