About Us
Our Story
Glenn’s love of low and slow BBQ started some 20 years ago when he purchased a kamado style BBQ and began cooking up amazing meals for the family. He did not know it at the time, but he’d stumbled onto what we now know as “low and slow” BBQ.
Glenn’s First Appearance at Meatstock Melbourne 2019 running pork ribs demo.
Glenn & Maria as they featured in a Melbourne Age article featuring Melbourne’s top butchers
Pitmaster Tuffy Stone with Glenn at Char Char Char circa 2020
TLAA’s First Pitmaster Master Class: Sterling Smith preparing a brisket whilst Danial Barret made a guest appearance
Glenn’s likable demeanour and passion for good quality food has seen him develop friendships with some of BBQ’s best-local pitmaster sensation Daniel Barret (who for a short period worked with Glenn to sharpen up his butchering skills) and American pitmasters like TuffyStone, Moe Cason, Wayne Mueller, Sterling Smith and Mike Johnston. On accepting an invitation in 2017 to present a ribs demo at Meatstock Melbourne, Glenn’s association with this event kicked off with trips to Meatstock Sydney, Auckland and onto judging the Butchers Wars at the Churrascada International Barbecue Festival in Brazil. As he proudly puts it, “Meatstock has been the spark in the flame that has catapulted BBQ in Australia.”
Danial Barret whilst working with Glenn suggested that Char Char Char start selling BBQ rubs, sauces and fuels. As their popularity grew so did the range and shelf space quickly ran short with so much more to offer customers. Hence, Turn Left @ Albuquerque was conceived, a true one-stop-BBQ-shop designed to inspire, educate and provide everything you need to take your BBQ to the next level.
Opening in late 2022, Turn Left @ Albuquerque continues the Char Char Char BBQ meats journey presenting Char Char Char’s extensive range of specialist BBQ meats combined with the most comprehensive range of rubs, sauces, glazes, BBQ’s, fuels, accessories and all things BBQ. It’s truly unique and a haven for those passionate about BBQ. Glenn’s vision is to create a hive of BBQ activities and events that will educate, inspire and evolve BBQ in Australia which excitingly is only in its infancy. Watch this BBQ space.
A passionate team helping people BBQ better:
Glenn Dumbrell Owner/Manager, Artisan, Butcher Customer Service
I’ve been a butcher for over 40 years and love it. Food has always been part of my life and I realised food was becoming an obsession when explaining to my mum just how I like my coffee… she replied, “Glenn I really don’t know where you came from.”
My cooking journey started with my mum as a kid, to sharing a house with a chef, then travelling and discovering new cuisines, flavours and cooking techniques. My chef house mate once told me that “every meal is an opportunity”, and over time I realised when you step out of your comfort zone and try something new the results can be incredibly satisfying.
I’m the luckiest bloke around. I get to meet and connect with so many different people, from all walks of life, different backgrounds, cultures and varying levels of food passion. Everyone is on their own food journey and I love being part of it and assisting people along their way. The most pleasing part of what I do is seeing customer’s families grow and being part of the new generations’ food and cooking journey and helping them make each meal an opportunity.
Maria Koutsantonis Owner/Manager, Admin and Customer Service
Being of Greek origin cooking is about the excellent ingredients, the lengthy procedure involved in preparing the food, and the culture of sharing dishes with family and friends – perfectly aligned with selling the finest meats and great low n slow BBQ products. There goes the coffee shop! I’ve always cooked and Glenn has been a constant inspiration for my cooking endeavours with his love of quality foods. I really enjoy cooking something new and when it works there’s nothing more rewarding. The great thing about cooking is that the ideas are endless and you never stop learning.
I’ve been known for loving a good chat and enjoy my time on the shop floor serving customers and providing advice when required, hearing their stories and seeing just how much they enjoy cooking. The ultimate enjoyment I get from my job is when a customer returns and can’t wait to tell you how great their cook was and how much family and friends enjoyed it. Kali Orexi!
Chris GattArtisan Butcher and Customer service
I prepare cuts for both Char Char Char and Turn Left @ Albuquerque customers including the specialist roast, grill and low n slow BBQ cuts. Don’t be shy in asking for a specific cut, I like to deliver exactly what you want and how you like it. It is also a real pleasure to work with the quality meat that comes from the passionate farmers who take great care and pride in the product they supply us.
The other part of my job is serving customers at Char Char Char and the thing I love the most is hearing customers stories about their latest cook and the amazing results they achieve.
Luke FenglerArtisan Butcher and Customer Service
Customers can really make my day, having a chat and a laugh, sharing my knowledge of meat cuts and providing cooking advice and especially seeing their enjoyment after a successful cook. It’s always enjoyable when a new customer comes in and sees the quality product we sell and spending some time explaining the cuts and farm behind the meat.
Our Customers Love Us!
The only BBQ store you need, from the occasion BBQ dad/mum to expert and top quality cuts and equipment to get you trophys in the comp circuit. 10/10