From charcuterie boards to sourdough loaves — this is where it all rose.

Hi, I’m Giselle — founder of Chartutu. What started as a small business making charcuterie boards in 2022 has grown into a full-blown love for sourdough and homemade everything.

The name Chartutu holds a lot of meaning for me.
“Char” comes from the original heart of my business: charcuterie boards.
“Tutu” is what we called my grandma — it means grandma in Hawaiian.
She was born on 2/2/1922, and I officially launched this business on 2/2/2022 — 100 years later to the day. The number two has always followed me, and this connection to her is a constant reminder of where my love for food and sharing it came from.

What I Do at Chartutu

  • Host hands-on sourdough classes in Los Angeles
  • Sell curated tools and kits that I actually use in my kitchen
  • Share recipes that are simple, reliable, and cozy
  • Build community around bread, butter, and everything homemade

Why Sourdough?

Because it’s imperfect and alive. It teaches patience. It feeds people in every way — and that’s what I love most. Whether you're just getting started or you're chasing that perfect crumb, you're welcome here.

Thank you for being here.

This brand carries my heart and my story. Whether you’re baking with me in person, shopping tools, or just trying a recipe at home — I hope Chartutu feels like a warm, welcoming place you can always come back to.

A Few Fun Facts:

  • My sourdough starter is older than me — over 25 years and still going strong.

  • I’m a barrel racer, and yes, I’ve brought sourdough with me to races.

  • I’ve been cooking since I was 4 — my mom had her own cooking show, and I grew up watching her in the kitchen.

  • I lived in Miami for 10 years

  • I’m a seed oil free advocate — if it’s homemade, even better.

  • I have 6 chickens in my backyard who keep me stocked with fresh eggs.

  • I live with two dogs: a cuddly Frenchie and a wild Vizsla puppy.

  • If I’m not in the kitchen or at the barn, I’m probably traveling with my boyfriend of 5 years.