Pizza, Purpose And The Power Of Second Chances

Photo By: Amurri Kinsey By Kizzy Cox ·Updated June 4, 2025

“Rewarding” is how Chef Michael Carter describes his work as Executive Chef at Down North Pizza. The celebrated pizzeria doesn’t just serve up delicious Detroit->disinvestment and poverty. Down North isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a lifeline.

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