Q&A with the team

We're back in the studio for one week before we head off again which is a perfect opportunity to ask the team some of the questions you all left in the previous vlogs. If you have more questions, leave them below and I'll set up another Q&A soon :)
00:25 Andy & Katelyn
07:04 Andy
10:56 Dazz
12:07 Mitch
13:40 Katelyn & Mitch
15:27 The team

[@WilliamOrr-sq7kf]

This Channel is soo underrated, I love how Andy and his Team are growing! Can't wait for the future😃!!

[@discbrakefan]

That's a bit unfair mate, I reckon Andy has lost weight if anything :p

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

Thank you, we really appreciate that!

[@clarablack1101]

Yes! Indeed, it's crushing Jamie Olivers channel big time. I was quite early on the channel and it's a joy and inspiration. Cause food is a priority and I'm dutch, so imagine that...

[@janne65olsson]

​@@andycooksbackofhouse I think it soon will be time to make a colaboration with Sorted food channel in London. That is a wish to look forward to! 😎👍 From Sweden. 🇸🇪

[@Char_siu_Lo_mai_fan]

@@discbrakefan hahahahaha 😅😂😂

[@thedappercook]

Great to see a Kiwi (New Zealander) on the world stage like this, makes me incredibly proud.

[@helenmanning8066]

Shows like this will grow your audience. People love to see behind the scenes and see the people you really are. I'm definitely convinced you all are pretty much exactly as you appear. Absolutely a good thing!

[@danhallatt4954]

exactly my case right now:)

[@sassandsavvy007]

Hello Andy and "Babe", I wanted to say thank you for all your wonderful videos that are made with so much enthusiasm, fun, skill and profound knowledge and best of all - no crazy background music, special effects or whatever acrobatic. The star of your show is always the food. I've been cooking and baking for all of my life which is more than half a century and yet, you teach me new things, new dishes and I so LOVE what you are doing. You apologised for whatever you might do wrong with international dishes - there is no right or wrong, Andy. Of course, there's very often an original recipe by more or less well-known chefs but many dishes are traditionals. Every family cooks or bakes the dish and every cooks "modifies" the recipe according to family tastes and very often according to the market, to prices, to what is available. The very same dish often varies in different regions, too. I think that's what makes cooking so interesting - you go look what's in the fridge, in the larder, in the pantry, what's grown in your garden and you have an idea what you want to cook. I learnt cooking from "helping" mum and grandma. There were no written recipes or measured stuff. It was always a pinch of this, a handful of that. Mum let me taste and asked me what I thought was missing or what I thought would go just fine with it. Later I bought a ton of cookbooks for inspiration. I often read them at nights 😂just for the beautiful fotos and the fun of it. Today, most families do not cook together for lack of time which is a very sad thing. Kids don't learn from spending time in the kitchen. Sad thing, indeed, they miss out on a lot of fun. Your videos may very well help to make people cook together, try new things, let kids help or help kids showing them how they can cook a surprise meal for their family. This is so much more than "just a KZbin cannel". It gets people interested in the products, teaches the basics as well as the more advanced skills, it's also about what equipment to use and how to look after it to keep it in good condition... so much information and so nicely presented. 👍 Best wishes for the team, you are doing a great job. I'm in a sickbed, have been for 3 years and there's not much of a chance to get out of it so your videos "spice up" my long hours that need filling with a bit of fun. Thank you, I'm so looking forward to many many more videos, more Andy & Babe, more dishes that I have never tried (I did try kimchi once... not so very excited about it) but would love to try. 🙋🏻‍♀❤from the alpine region of Bavaria

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

Thanks for watching and supporting the channels. We are all about bringing the joy back to making food at home for the people you love, so that's great to hear your story around that. Keep making great food!

[@sassandsavvy007]

@@andycooksbackofhouse ❤

[@rodgerbell810]

You guys are soooo brutally open & honest. That makes your channel extremely legit. I am sooo enjoying the content. Every idea & effort that has gone into it is exuding in the delivery. Take Care guys & can’t wait for greatness. ✌️💜

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

🙏

[@Aka_____]

Love the behind the scenes content. Much love from Wellington!

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

Thanks for watching!

[@karolinamura]

Your energy as team is great. The filming and the effort put in every content are paying and for sure the channel will keep growing

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

🙏

[@Donna-C]

“Princess Consuela Bananahammock,” is from Friends! 😂 Phoebe had the best character in that show! This Channel is awesome! The content is amazing, the editing is superb & you have a great team. It’s great seeing the genuine relaxed friendship between Caitlyn & Mitch 😊

[@Pcbh25]

❤

[@victoriab.9714]

It's fun watching the two of you. Like chatting with a friend. 😊

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

Love that! thanks for watching 🙏

[@julialucas1482]

I enjoyed learning about your team dynamics and getting to know you all a bit better. Great videos. Congratulations on your success so far.

[@lemel]

Will Andy cook you something when this channel hits the milestones? 😀 Nice work on the channel it's been so wholesome and great to learn more about the team.

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

I hope so 🤞

[@lyndasc8933]

Keep doing what you are doing. Basic Mitch and Babe.... a cocktail/drinks series.

[@alexandragrace8164]

I’m catching up on all the Back of House vids because I didn’t know about this channel! Maybe it’s just me, but perhaps remind Andy Cooks channel fans about Back of House from time to time! I’m a big fan of the channel and the team and Andy’s book! 😊🎉

[@adithyanair4647]

Thers something special about Mitch. Idk what it is, as soon as he came on the video I just started to smile. Love the full team.

[@NannaGJP]

Thanks team - I’m addicted to this channel and have made lots of dishes from the recipes -my last weekend’s family lamb roast and delicious gravy was a winner!! Please make lamb saag especially if you use the pressure cooker to do the meat.

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

Thanks for watching!

[@drindy5166]

One of my fav vids. Love seeing ypu guys relax and chill together! 👊🧡👍

[@Akaisha24]

I truly enjoy and appreciate your content so much! I appreciate the care you guys put into each video.

[@g-up7550]

She is our universal “Babe”😂🤣 Basic cooking techniques master andy for Basic Mitch!! 😎

[@missVmilne]

This channel will grow to be millions of subscribers - be patient - it will develop organically with the talents you provide - well done team ; - ) xxx

[@TheCotts81]

That Kimchi sweater is 👌

[@novelmart8524]

It’s from Novel Mart 😁

[@theoaksmeister]

Absolutely awesome video and so much fun to watch 👍🏻 Cheers, Michael from Sheffield in the UK 🇬🇧

[@jackvodusek2061]

I just stumbled upon this channel, and absolutely LOVE the video! Thanks Team!!

[@judewilkinson5486]

Love the relaxed q&a guys. Your a great team with great content. I've managed to bully several of my friends and family into following you as well..... Keep up the great work!!

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

Thanks for the support 🙏

[@heartshapedisle]

Love that you have Alice Zaslavsky book In Praise of Veg. She's funny and practical like you. Hear her on ABC radio in Tassie and its always something I want to cook. And seasonal too. 👍🏻

[@melissaphillis7247]

Yay!! Magpies whoooo hoooo

[@morrisanderson818]

You guy's are so family, you'd all be welcomed into anyone's dinner party on a whim, you'd have to do the cooking mind ya 😂,So love all you guys,

[@Tribolumins]

Haha, thanks for answering my question Mitch! 😆

[@anonymouspie1366]

1 vote for the return of Mitch in the dress!

[@zukzworld]

Beautiful video, loved it. ❤ In fact the notification popped up as I was having my breakfast, so watching the first video of the day with breakfast! 😄😄

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

Perfect timing 😊

[@User37277]

This is the BEST please keep these videos coming this series is my favourite you’ve done next to the old school Andy drives to campsite and cooks (more of that with the whole gang please!)

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

Thank you! We haven't been camping for a while - Sunny Coast weather is a bit up and down but will hopefully get out again soon!

[@vickybrombley7476]

absolutely love the behind the scenes chanel ! love the inspiration you both bring to everyone episode , very much appreciated Andy and Babe ROCK ,🤘much love from England ❤

[@Nathaniels_kitchen]

Every time I watch a video, I'm like, oh, this is my new favorite, then I see the next one. Keep up the amazing work! The internet needs more people like you!

[@jillhiggins3246]

You have a unique talent for making cooking look fun while still teaching us something. I love how humble and chill you and “babe” are and that helps your audience truly connect with you. Love from Boston!❤

[@Izkliegt]

I think you all need to give yourselves a big pat on the back with how well you have done - you all should be proud of yourselves and it is lovely to see a business with "Family" vibes. I have to admit, i prefer these videos on this channel rather than any of the other channels. Andy - You should recognize and be proud of how hard you have worked getting through the ups and downs in order to get to where you are today. I am sure you haven't shared the grunt of it to us but you need to see that you have got to this chapter in your life through sheer grunt, determination and discipline - keep going mate! PS: Your addiction recovery has inspired me more than you can imagine. So thank you mate. "Babe" - you probably don't actually realize how much "homeyness" and comfort you bring to these videos - you make the whole setting so laid back with your banter and typical couple "neg's" (probably not the right word) but you know what I mean I hope

[@rihamkarim3644]

FRIENDS. ITS MY FAVORITE SHOW. and when i said that i'm serious. everyone who knows me, knows how much I LOVE friends. people get me gifts and they get me friends gifts. the show is very special to me. if they told me what do you want to watch before you die, it'd be friends. i don't know why. but i fell in love with that show. i first watched when i was like 17 and never ever stopped watching it when i could lol. and of course banana hammock is Phoebe. where are my points LOL oh and Andycooks is like my #1 MY FAVORITE platform to watch. he's gifted. he's really good at what he does, the man can COOK. he's a chef in every sense of the word. i love it. so glad he decided to make videos. i'm subscribed here too. it's a whole new world. and it's awesome. got a whole lotta love for you guys!

[@Amandafusion1]

I was living in South Korea for 13 years so every time I see your sweatshirt, It makes me smile, I need to get one:) Love seeing how this channel has grown and the vibe. God Bless from Germany:)

[@novelmart8524]

It’s from Novel Mart 😁

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

Thanks for the support and for watching these videos 🙏

[@Amandafusion1]

@@novelmart8524 Thank you❤

[@samholder196]

that intro was unexpectedly beautiful

[@strupp1]

I love your mix of energies, Andy just munching on pastries in the beginning was great 😂 Really cool to get a look behind how your videos are made, and I‘m super happy to see more Australian content. I‘ve lived in Brisbane for a few months and absolutely miss it

[@samielahmadie3236]

I absolutely love this channel ! The fact that you made me the chocolate lava cake upon my request, and you keep making so many incredible is something I look forward to every single day. Thank you so much Andy and Co! Please, never EVER let this channel die, never let the videos stop !!!

[@padders1068]

Love the Q&A format as much as I love the vlog. Great to see & hear from the whole team! Good work guys, keep it up! I'd love to see Babe ask Andy what he wants for dinner & then for her to cook it! Peace! ❤

[@beetroot48]

Thank you for sharing so much about yourselves. You two and the team are lovely and I love your two channels. Looking forward to more background stories and I think I heard Andy talk about a series called “Origins”. That should be spectacular. Best wishes for continued success. ❤

[@GoBravesATL]

This is the best content on KZbin.

[@RobynChattopadhyay-ng8eh]

Andy and team hello. It's so wonderful to see how your channel is blowing up. While the content is amazing I believe it's Andy's personality (sort of kind, honest, good humoured, practical, down to earth) and the format that makes this shine as well... We get a peek into the regular meal time question... What do you want for dinner babe...just lovely. It is also great to see an Australian content creator and team do so well. Kudos 👏🏼🎉

[@frann.8879]

Love “Andy cooks” and “Back of house”….good content, good instructions, lots of energy….a winning combination…thank you….hope you have much continued success!👏👏👌👌🥰🥰

[@jr1257]

My system is down at work.. just binged this video.. the meet the team vlog and your tik tok content from 2021.. the thank you video @ 100k followers actually made me emotional reflecting back in 2023! It’s pure genuine passion from the bunch of you! Thanks!!!!!! ALSO IF YOU ARE TRAVELLING WITH THE SMOKER AROUND AUS DOES THE PUBLIC GET TO SAMPLE OR PURCHASE? we miss low n slow meat co at brissy !

[@ErikPoloa]

I love the explanation of how dishes come together. "You know food, you understand the flavors. Here's the concept, Put it together, make it delicious. Then, tell me how you made it work. Good food isn't created with a pen and paper. Thanks Chef!

[@jampsonn1826]

Loving these behind the scenes vids! I'm always mesmerized by Andy's talent and the humor and hard work you all bring to the channel is so great. Much love from Missouri, USA!

[@bushratbeachbum]

Bunch of deadset legends. Thank you for reigniting my interest in food. I've been surviving on absolute rubbish for two years after a mental health issue. Following you guys has reminded me about decent food cooked well. Thank you. X

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

Mate, so happy we inspire you to eat better! Take care x

[@bushratbeachbum]

@@andycooksbackofhouse xx

[@naimalana5296]

Babe is so pretty and simple. I love this couple😍😍

[@pippacarron1861]

Wonderful! And I'd like to know how Andy got the scar on the left side of his head?

[@beagle7622]

I love this series , as an older guy living in Melbourne, I love the Community in the South Melbourne area.

[@clairecraze6105]

KIAORA!! ANDY I FOLLOW U ON A DAILY BASIS! THE DISHES ARE ON POINT... AND CANT FORGET TO MENTION YOUR CHOPPING SKILLS ARE INCREDIBLE!! #PROUDKIWI ❤

[@adistaryellamelli4982]

Andy geez, love from London mate. Keep up the hardwork, you deserve what life has given you, thats for sure. Also keep up the soundtrack beauties that are behind every video, you/mitch keep coming with RnB and HipHop classics every week!!

[@Kitkatrey]

First, I love that you mentioned you tuber Alex! I love his content and intense dives into what we perceive to be the simplest dishes. A collaboration would be amazing! Second, and this is going to create a lot of laughter, I thought at first Mitch was the son that wouldn’t leave the nest (but granted knew the age wasn’t right)! Now it makes sense. Kudos to inspiring everyone to get back i to the kitchen! Kudos on the inspiration you give everyone to get back into the kitchen!

[@Brittanyel]

You guys are so great and relatable. Thanks for helping me learn to cook and have some confidence doing it. :) Keep going! Love the channel and content! Job well done. It's completely OK for life to be fun, easy, and abundant.😊

[@guidoschrandt8749]

Loved this video, Andy is quickly becoming one of my favorite chefs to watch. I was really surprised to see your oliebollen video, so I was wondering what Andy's relationship with the Netherlands is. I thought he said his grandma was from here, but I would love a more detailed story! Edit: typo

[@theresahenderson3534]

You guys are so interesting. I saw your short and had to run to see the video. Nice people. You four are the people I would love to meet when I go to Australia.

[@ladybird74786]

Love you guys ❤

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

Thank you 😊

[@robynmiddleton8314]

Fabulous content. Really enjoyed watching/listening. Please keep these coming.

[@ShadyNH]

Thanks for the answer-cheers from New Hampshire, USA. Come visit stateside, I’ll get you out on the family lobster boat for some sea treats.

[@danaguro88]

I wanna meet you chef and team! From Goldy here :)’really a big fan!

[@yummiipeter]

FRIENDS!!!!!

[@lubear4053]

i absolutely love you guys and all the content

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

🙏

[@billiedean5914]

This was a great video! Thank you for letting us get to know everyone better. Great team!

[@SladkayaVodichka336]

Love you guys ❤ and love your Australian vibe

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

🙏

[@greenhornfishing9442]

Keep up the great work team..

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

🙏

[@Krowdy01]

That was awesome guys! Super interesting and Thankyou for sharing you ❤❤

[@jcs184]

Are you guys aware that most people watching your channel aren't really watching to learn to cook? It's just fun to watch.

[@ferrermc311]

This is an amazing team. Enjoy all the vids. Makes me wanna actually be good in the kitchen.

[@johnjanovy8700]

Love you guys!!!

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

Thank you 🙏

[@debbiereilly900]

When you have the time can you make a shrimp boil? I bought a bag of raw shrimp and can't decide what to make any ideals would be greatly appreciated. Thank you chef Andy. 🙏❤🙏

[@shanealexander9703]

This video was great! Love the behind the scenes content 👌🏽

[@angelatruly]

That was great and love the team! I am with you on the okra 🤑, not sure if it is the taste or texture. I do get odd looks from the older gen when I question a dish at a family gathering 😅. Day 150. Jambalaya please chef

[@brianrollins3245]

I'm with andy - little good to say about okra (aka drumsticks, ladies fingers)

[@grahamusher2861]

Loved that guys…thanks keep up the fantastic work… 👍🏻

[@jennifervalencia7601]

Keep it coming … I copied some of your dishes and really enjoyed it. God bless you both ❤

[@shishagirl2010]

Oh i love the question you chose ❤ also love to see how amazing the team is 😊

[@booti_56]

I just love you guys

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

😊

[@victormyndra273]

Thank you, Q&A sessions are awesome

[@stephendickson9000]

Venison backsteaks!

[@tracydonnelly1645]

This is a great channel! Keep up the good work!! 😍

[@Whoisthatmatt]

Love the content team, keep up the great work! Video idea: Mitch has played Babe, so Babe to play Basic Mitch?!

[@Whoisthatmatt]

Or how about a Babe (fancy) version of a dish vs a Mitch (basic) version of the same dish?

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

Maybe soon 😊

[@jackthomson73]

OMG yes. Basic Mitch in a dress. Have to be a fancy evening gown 👍Not sure about Andy in budgie smugglers though. Those legs need a lot more sun 😂

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

I'm sure we can get Mitch in a dress again!

[@fatimachith6572]

Love the videos your my true idol

[@andycooksbackofhouse]

🙏

[@dwjr5129]

Great team! I can see a million subs with time.

[@priv8joyce]

I love this! More power guys! ❤

[@KM-kw1mb]

A series with Babe and Mitch together sounds interesting. I think something where Andy does 2 dishes that don’t seem like they make sense together but pair perfectly would be an idea for it.

[@Pcbh25]

That’s from friends, that’s from Phoebe actually 🤣I’m a huge fan, hello everyone from Lucca, Italy ❤

[@gregmcneil9676]

That was pretty damn delightful!

[@leisaann]

I thought Mitch was Andy's bro in law ! No idea why! I love Ochro! I cut it up and put it on a cookir baking pan, into the direct sunlight for 30 minutes then stirfry. It's not slimy anymore!

[@shishagirl2010]

I am a simp for browniepoints 😂😂😂 its the name that phoebe gave herself when she found out that she can choose every name she wants ❤ love the video. Kisses to aussi ❤

[@davidparker4652]

Absolutely brilliant video and the cooking content video's too, really enjoy watching them, as I am English, i was just wondering what your take on our food do you like and what would your take on the good old `Fish, chips and mushy peas'. Can't wait for the next video's mate

[@Abradabingg]

My favourite content creators!!!

[@stevedavison6115]

I enjoyed the video. My dad always called my mom "babe". Brings back great memories. 👍

[@keshanabeywardana312]

Love these contents! 😂❤ good luck team :))

[@UrFuture_56]

Good job with this Channel. ❤

[@monikaagarwal9381]

You should make more vlogs ❤

[@atir4u]

I Love your accents! I find if I don't understand someone on KZbin I put the closed captions on, that helps.

[@BreonNagy]

This is literally the best content ever

[@roanravena9288]

I love you guyz! More love from the 🇵🇭