Detroit is known as many things: the birthplace of prominent automotive companies, the home of several major sports teams and the city enriched by various cultures and traditions. But the city is also becoming well-known for something else: its delicious Detroit-style pizza.
This deep, crispy and cheesy goodness has satisfied cravings beyond Michigan and is quickly becoming a favorite for many pizza lovers. But who invented this famous pizza? The story is a bit complicated as there were several individuals who claimed to be the creators of the Detroit-style pizza.
“The Detroit History Podcast” by Tim Kiska, a longtime journalist and professor at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, delves into the history of the Detroit-style pizza to figure out who the real creator is in the episode “The Origins of Detroit Style Pizza.” Kiska delivers a structured and compelling story, which is enhanced by the inclusion of various experts knowledgeable about the pizza’s history.
