About me

Hello and welcome to Andy-ETC ExploreTasteCreate. If you’re reading this, then you have an interest in food, travel and adventure just like me and you're in the perfect place!

But firstly.....

the story and i

So this journey started on the 4th January and it didn't start well.

"Andy, I need to tell you something; I've had an affair for the last year......"

Fast forward to 2018 and I’m better than ever. In-fact, I’m on the adventure of a lifetime, bike in tow, excitement rushing through my veins and cycling around dreamed of lands; Southeast Asia.

the plan

To cycle the entire length and breadth of Southeast Asia, Japan, Scandinavia and Europe on the ultimate 'foodie adventure'.

Think incredible food, delicious recipes, cooking classes, amazing chefs, passionate producers, stunning cultures, amazing photography, some physical and mental challenges & me, Andy + more.

now, let me introduce myself...

My name is Andy, Bufty to some, but here forth, just Andy ETC.

I’m from Essex, just outside of London.

I love food, all food! Anything edible really, except sea urchin, not a fan but willing to try it each time it’s presented!

I'm a trained chef, foodpreneur and operations guy and like to think I’ve done some cool things within the world of food and events.

I’m fit, healthy(as far as I’m aware) and enjoy nearly all sport's and I've always loved an adventure.

I love culture, exploring, follow Buddhist and stoic practices and can be pretty philosophical.

I'm a big fan of gardening and love to grow my own veggies! 

I love my family and friends and feel blessed to have them all in my life.

 So that's me in a pretty small nut-shell.

Come and enjoy my journey and be inspired.

...Onwiththeshow...

Andy-ETCX