Bossa has carved out a name for itself in Montreal’s crowded Italian food scene by weaving its family roots together with exceptional Calabrian food. Helmed by chef and founder Daniel Lo Manto, this dual-purpose gem combines the charm of a specialty grocer with the vibrant energy of a bustling sandwich counter. From tender porchetta to crispy chicken parmesan, Lo Manto’s creations are as much an ode to his Italian heritage as they are a nod to Montreal’s love affair with robust, comforting flavours.

The heartbeat of Bossa lies in its history: mornings spent crushing tomatoes for Sunday sauce, summers tending a backyard garden for the freshest produce, and lessons in hospitality passed down from grandparents who lived to feed others. What started as one sandwich shop has since grown to multiple locations since, drawing lines down the block and fans from across the city and beyond.