Ben Plisky-Somers — Opening Bossanova, Ontario’s First Wine & Beer Shop

Podcast: Tasting Notes Toronto by Insider Wine · Alex Abbott Boyd

Opublikowano: 2025-09-08

In this episode, I sit down with Ben Plisky-Somers, co-founder of Bossanova Wine and Beer in Toronto’s Roncesvalles neighborhood. Founded during the pandemic, Bossanova was Ontario’s first shop created specifically to retail both wine and beer. We talk about his path into wine, the challenges of running an independent shop in Ontario, and how Bossanova builds community through a thoughtful and welcoming approach to wine and beer. We also touch on rising costs, LCBO pricing, and the team’s latest project—Bar Bossanova. Whether you’re curious about independent wine retail or how a smal...