CANNATELLA GROCERY

Cannatella Grocery is your neighborhood grocery specializing in New Orleans Style Muffulettas, Specialty Meats, Grab & Go Meals, Boudin & More!... In 1923, Chas. Cannatella Sons opened in Melville, Louisiana. The store was originally founded by Charles Cannatella and his father, Joe. Charles and his wife, Mathilda, raised ten children in the home that they built next door to the store. In our family cookbook, their daughter, Jennie Cannatella, said, "We have always lived near the store. For us, it played a vital part in our lives. The store seemed to have a spirit of its own. Papa was always there, along with Grandpa, who played with us and taught us how to play the slot machines. During dangerous hurricanes, Papa would open the store, even through the night, to those who sought protection from the storm. He handed out bread and salami for sandwiches, ensuring no one went hungry. In the early days, customers didn't even walk behind the counter, they would indicate the

Primary location: Baton Rouge United States