Charlie McKenna is the classically trained chef turned barbecue heavyweight behind the award-winning Lillie’s Q brand.
- Founder of Lillie’s Q, a celebrated barbecue restaurant brand with locations in Chicago, Florida, and stadiums like Wrigley Field and the United Center
- Two-time Memphis in May Pork Shoulder Category winner
- Creator of Lillie’s Q sauces, rubs, and kettle chips, sold in over 15,000 stores across the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and Europe
- Guest pitmaster at SXSW, South Beach Wine & Food Festival and Meatstock