Restaurant Review: Buddy’s Pizza
You\’ve heard of Chicago-Style and New York-Style, but have you heard of Detroit-Style pizza? If you haven\’t you all don\’t know what you\’re missing out on. The Detroit-Style Pizza legacy began at Buddy\’s Pizza in 1946, and for more than 70 years they\’ve been surviving up to the most delicious pizza you will find. While they may not be the original creators, they\’re definitely surviving up to the best out there. Today, Buddy\’s still uses the same traditional methods as well as its original pans, seasoned to maintain consistent taste. The rectangular pizza has a thick, buttery crust that\’s crispy on the bottom and always cooked to perfection. Do yourself a favor and the next time you\’re in the Detroit area, stop at Buddy\’s Pizza – you won\’t regret it.
Zoya Sensual Fall 2019 Collection
Fall is right around the corner, in a few short months we will transition from boat rides to trips up north to see the beautiful color changes. Zoya just released their newest line-up and I think I have fallen in love. Sensual is Zoya\’s Fall 2019 Collection and features a combination of contemporary neutrals and desirable darks. Zoya Sensual implements the traditional autumn shades we have all come to love. Zoya\’s fall 2019 collection features 12 gorgeous shades that will have you waiting for fall to arrive. Get ready to fall in love with Zoya Sensual!
Zoya Joss
Joss is a neutral hue with a kiss of pink.
Zoya Kinsley
Kinsley is a blushed toned caramel cream. Kinsley is one of my favorite colors for fall 2019.
Zoya Foster
Foster is a warmed-toned hot chocolate colored cream, with pink undertones.
Zoya Briar
Briar is a red-toned dusty terracotta cream
Zoya Margaret
Margaret is the perfect mid-toned classic red. Margaret will definitely be on my nails in October when I am channeling all things Halloween.
Zoya Rashida
Rashida is the perfect ruby red (think Wizard of Oz) with a shimmer of a red micro pearl.
Zoya Etta
Etta is a vampy warm purple with violet micro pearl to add depth to your nails.
Zoya Ripley
Ripley is a rich boysenberry cream, and definitely perfect for fall.
Zoya Michaela
Michaela is a dusty purple taupe cream and is my second favorite color in the collection.
Zoya Vesper
Vesper is a deep antique grey-violet cream. This color mixes blue and purple to give you a lovely shade.
Zoya Elliot
Elliot is a blackened blue cream. I am obsessed with this blue and already wearing it!
Zoya Ashton
Ashton is a black tourmaline with scattered silver effect and is an October must-have.
Zoya Sensual Fall 2019 Nail Polish Collection Final Thoughts:
I absolutely loved this collection. As someone who lives in Michigan, I always want a collection that channels a midwest fall and Zoya Sensual definitely does. The balance of warmer nudes and vampy varnishes are perfect. Formula wise, the cream\’s are impeccable and everything looks beautiful with just two coats. Zoya Sensual is now available, and is one collection you do not want to miss out on!
Zoya Sensual Trios $30 Each
Individual $10 Each
Zoya Sensual Collection Box $89.95
Day Trip to the Detroit Zoo
I love the sights, the sounds and the whole experience in general. Zoo curators put a lot of time and
effort into the scenery, architecture, and foliage of each exhibit to make sure their animals feel right at
home. A couple weeks ago I went to one of my favorite zoos: The Detroit Zoo. I love this zoo for so
many reasons, and it’s not just because I am local to it. Most of the exhibits are open-air without cage
boundaries so it feels like you’re getting up close and personal with the animals. For those of you
that aren’t from around here, the Detroit Zoo is actually located in Royal Oak, Michigan and not within
Detroit city limits.
The Detroit Zoo is situated on 125 acres and features many naturalistic habitats, and is home to
more than 2,400 animals.
Detroit Zoo Exhibits include:
African Forest:
Here you will see the Great Apes of Harambee – chimpanzees, and gorillas as well as birds
such as flamingos, vultures, cranes and more.
African Grasslands:
This is where you will see all your friends who have been featured in Disney’s The Lion King from
lions and warthogs to zebras, giraffes (there is even an option to feed these guys!),
African birds, sloths and more.
American Grasslands:
Here you will find animals from North and South America which include wolverines (Go Blue),
grizzly bears (these guys are so much fun to watch when they play in the water), anteaters,
Chilean flamingos, bald eagles, prairie dogs and more.
Arctic Ring of Life:
This is one of North America’s largest polar bear habitats and one of my favorite attractions at the zoo.
Not only will you get to see polar bears up close and personal as they swim overhead, but you’ll also
see arctic foxes and seals. This facility has more than four acres of outdoor and indoor spaces you’ll
want to spend hours in this area alone.
Asian Forest:
Step inside the Asian Forest and see red pandas (they now have a fun exhibit you won’t want to miss),
Amur tigers, Japanese macaques, and camels – including a baby one named
Tula – who is just the cutest!
Australian Outback Adventure:
G’day mate and hop into the Australian Outback Adventure where you will find kangaroos and
wallabies. Since these cuties are allowed to roam free within the exhibit it allows visitors to come
face-to-face with them.
Butterfly Garden:
Home to hundreds of free-flying butterflies this is your chance to get an up-close
and personal look as you watch them eat and flutter around.
Cotton Family Wolf Wilderness:
This 2-acre naturalistic habitat features grassy hills, a flowing stream, den and more.
Unfortunately, it is now only home to one wolf, as the other recently passed away.
This 9,000-gallon aquatic area provides these river otters with plenty of areas to explore including
a sandy beach.
Holden Reptile Conservation Center:
Home to 150 reptiles included the Chinese alligator, a rattlesnake, python and more.
Matilda Wilson Free-Flight Aviary:
Home to more than 20 species of birds that are free to fly, walk and roam around the lush tropical
plants. For those who are like me and birds freak them out, you end up in this area through the
butterfly house, but there is a nearby exit as soon as you enter that allows you to quickly get out of
the aviary.
National Amphibian Conservation Center:
Home to thousands of amphibians, here you will see frogs, toads, newts, salamanders and more.
This is the largest center for penguins in the world and gives youthe opportunity to watch more than
75 penguins of four species explore their habitat while you get an up-close view. Two acrylic
underwater tunnels offer beautiful views of these guys as they swim aboveand around you.
For those of you that know the penguin exhibit asa stinky place, this one is NOT at all.
You can spend hours in it with no stink whatsoever!
Coming to Detroit: The Last Ship Starring STING
Detroit! Get excited, Sting is coming to town, and will be performing in his acclaimed musical THE LAST SHIP – featuring original music and lyrics by multiple Grammy Award®-winner Sting, will make its premiere in Detroit at the Detroit Opera House, April 22-26, 2020, as part of an international Tour. THE LAST SHIP will also have engagements in Los Angeles at Center Theatre Group’s Ahmanson Theatre; San Francisco at SHN’s Golden Gate Theatre; Washington D.C. at the National Theatre; and in St. Paul, MN at the Ordway.
“POIGNANT AND POWERFUL” – Sunday Mirror
Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo
You won’t want to miss a trip to “One of the Top 10 Zoos in the Nation”. With over 38 acres of animals, rides and beautiful landscaped grounds, the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo is sure to be a family favorite. Did I mention it’s only around 3 hours from Detroit? The short distance from Detroit makes the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo the perfect road trip for family, friends, significant others and more. Since it’s only three hours away you can even day trip it, if you’re just looking to fill some wanderlust in your life.
What sets the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo apart from others:
Affordable ticket prices, $15 for adults and $10 for children 18 and younger the zoo makes for an affordable day trip that’s jam-packed with fun for the whole family.
2019 Ticket Prices
Adults (ages 19-61) $15.00
Child (ages 2-18) $10.00
Seniors (ages 62+) $12.00
Babies (ages 1 and under) FREE
All Zoos are designed with children in mind, however, the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo takes it to the next level by allowing kids to get up close and personal with several animals, including feeding the giraffes. Unfortunately, when I was around the giraffes they didn’t want to come to eat some yummy lettuce… maybe next time. As someone who is 4’10” it’s nice to not have to stand on my tippy toes in hopes of getting a glimpse at the animals – therefore I personally loved it being catered to children and their height.
There are four distinct sections of the zoo offering rides, hands-on experiences and of course amazing animals.
Begin your trip around the zoo in the African Journey area. Here you will find lions, hyenas, monkeys and more!
Hands-on experience: Hand-feed giraffes.
Take a ride: Hop on the Sky Safari (like a ski lift) and take a ride 38 feet in the air to get a bird’s eye view of lions, zebras and much more!
G’day mate! It’s time to head on an Australian Adventure. Here you will find kangaroos, the reef and more.
Hands-on experience: Pet a stingray.
Take a ride: Climb into your own dugout canoe and explore the Outback on the Crocodile Creek Adventure Ride. During this ride, you’ll see the life cycle of a crocodile while you float past kangaroos and dingoes.
Head to the jungle and come nose-to-nose with orangutans, tigers and more in the Indonesian Rain Forest.
Hands-on experience: Trek the Tree Top Trail.
Take a ride: Take a spin on the Endangered Species Carousel.
Don’t miss out on some of the newest exhibits located in the Central Zoo including Monkey Island and river otters.
Hands-on experience: Brush a goat at the Indiana Family Farm.
Take a ride: All aboard the Z.O.&O Railroad or take a pony ride.
What to Eat?
When lunchtime comes around there are plenty of delicious food spots to stop at where you will find burgers, sandwiches, chicken fingers, wraps, cold drinks, Dole Whip and more. I decided to eat at Ray’s Barefoot Grill and went with an Italian wrap, bag of barbecue chips and ice-cold lemonade.
Don’t forget to add the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo to your summer adventure list. The Zoo is located at 3411 Sherman Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN, and parking is free!
Fashion meets Food 