Michigan is fifth best ‘Pizza State’ in U.S. ranking by Food & Wine
Food & Wine Magazine recently released its list of “The 10 Best Pizza States in America.” The article even opens with an ode to Buddy’s Pizza, the original and most iconic Detroit-style pizza there is. Despite the author’s love of Buddy’s light, crunchy, buttery crust, perfectly caramelized cheese and savory tomato sauce, Michigan ranks No. Baked in a square steel pan originally sourced from the automotive industry, a Buddy’s Detroit-style pizza uses double-stretched dough, real Wisconsin brick cheese, and a secret sauce recipe. Other notable Detroit-style pizzerias mentioned in the article include Cloverleaf Bar & Restaurant, Loui’s Pizza, and Michigan & Trumbull. We found it all over MichiganMichigan’s Best pizza: our 12 top choices revealedBuddy’s Pizza slams Pizza Hut, says its new Detroit-style ‘isn’t even a good knock-off’Barstool ‘one bite’ pizza guy says this is the best pizza in Metro Detroit: ‘It’s not even close’
mlive.comBuddy’s Pizza slams Pizza Hut, says its new Detroit-style ‘isn’t even a good knock-off’
DETROIT — Buddy’s Pizza, which prides itself on creating Detroit’s original square pizza, didn’t hold back in criticizing Pizza Hut’s recently released Detroit-style pizza. “If Pizza Hut’s take on Detroit-style pizza is the best they can do, then maybe they should stop doing impressions and stick to knock-knock jokes,” said Wes Pikula, chief brand officer for Buddy’s Pizza. RELATED: Pizza Hut unveils all-new, Detroit-style pizzaAccording to a news release, Gus Gurrera, the founder of Buddy’s Pizza, invented Detroit-style pizza in 1946 before later perfecting the recipe alongside original kitchen staff member Concetta “Connie” Piccinato. Baked in a square steel pan originally sourced from the automotive industry, a Buddy’s Detroit-style pizza uses double-stretched dough, real Wisconsin brick cheese, and a secret sauce recipe. Buddy’s goes on to call versions of Detroit-style created by Pizza Hut, Via 313, Jets, Corners Pizza and many more “copycats.”“Real Detroit-style pizza is made with love and tradition, and the original is at Buddy’s.
mlive.comBuddy’s Detroit-style pizza now available for delivery nationwide
DETROIT – Metro Detroit staple Buddy’s Pizza is now offering nationwide shipping of its frozen Detroit-style pizzas just in time for the holidays. In partnership with online food marketplace Goldbelly, Buddy’s classic eight-square pizza can be ordered in packs of three or six and shipped anywhere in the U.S.“At Buddy’s Pizza, we’re always striving to help families and friends create special memories like we’ve done for the last 75 years,” said Buddy’s Pizza CEO Burton Heiss. Everyone can enjoy a piece of Detroit this holiday season.”You can place an order for Buddy’s frozen pizza by clicking here. Like most Michigan restaurants, Buddy’s Pizza is still offering carry out services amid the state’s current coronavirus restrictions and ban on indoor dining. Visit the Buddy’s Pizza website here for more information.
Buddy's will now deliver its Detroit-style pizza anywhere in the U.S.
click to enlarge Michelle GerardBuddy’s: A Detroit original. Buddy’s original Detroit-style pizza is now available... everywhere.The creators of the beloved Detroit pie have launched a new partnership with online marketplace Goldbelly that will ship anywhere in the U.S.You can order Buddy's frozen classic eight-square pizzas in three- or six-packs.“At Buddy’s Pizza, we’re always striving to help families and friends create special memories like we’ve done for the last 75 years,” Buddy’s Pizza CEO Burton Heiss said in a press release. “With these holiday offers, we not only have the opportunity to bring comfort to even more Michiganders, but now we can spread the Original Detroit-Style Pizza love nationwide through our partnership with Goldbelly. Everyone can enjoy a piece of Detroit this holiday season.”While the coronavirus pandemic has put indoor dining on pause, Buddy’s has also been offering curbside dining. The company is also offering holiday catering and gift cards.Buddy’s has been around since 1946, and is the birthplace of the Original Detroit-style pizza which has become a worldwide fave created on the corner of Six Mile and Conant.
metrotimes.com4 Metro Detroit spots make list of ‘101 best pizzas in America’
It’s no secret that the Detroit-area is one of the best pizza regions in the U.S. The Daily Meal published their list of the “101 Best Pizzas in America” this week, and four Metro Detroit staples made the list. “To find them, we used internal expertise, scoured Yelp and other review sites, looked at coverage by local journalists and gathered suggestions from readers.”Here’s where the four Metro Detroit pizza spots ranked:No. 57: Loui’s Pizza: “The people of Hazel Park, Michigan, and its visitors rave about Loui’s Pizza and its deep-dish Detroit-style pie. That’s what separates our pizza from our competitors,” Loui’s Pizza told The Daily Meal.