Research project traces the roots of Windsor-style pizza
University of Windsor student Ally Peddie created the research project A Slice of Windsor, detailing exploring the origins and history of Windsor-style pizza. (Courtesy Ally Peddie/ University of Windsor)
By Lindsay Charlton
If you asked someone what Windsor is known for, you might hear different answers, from the auto industry to its riverfront views. Ask a local, though, and one is sure to top the list — pizza.
Cornmeal-dusted crust, shredded pepperoni, canned mushrooms and Galati cheese all make Windsor-style pizza unique. But how did it start? And how did it become the iconic formula used across pizza shops in the city?