Exeter Lives: Matthew Whittaker

No stranger to coffee lovers in Exeter and beyond, Matthew (Matt) Whittaker trades on his vintage Dutch trike, the BikeCaffe, most days except Sundays. He is also known to have peddled his coffee at various festivals throughout the land. We caught up with him to find out a little more about why he loves the city of Exeter.

How would you describe yourself in 5 words?

Chatty, grizzly, day-dreamer, beach-bum, lanky


How would you describe Exeter in 5 words?

Friendly, laid-back, historic, youthful, hilly!!


What brought you to Exeter?

The love of a woman! and access to two coasts.


Which part of Exeter or the surrounding area is home?

Mount Pleasant
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What is your favourite Exeter event?

Big Screen in the Park

What was the last live performance you saw in Exeter and where did you see it?

The computers at Exeter Phoenix, it went off the scale!

Favourite place to eat out in or near Exeter?

Harry's or The Hourglass

Best coffee in town?

Bikecaffe of course! unless I'm really hungover then Devon Coffee, The Exploding Bakery or Exeter Phoenix

Favourite pub?

Bowling Green

Favourite locally produced food or drink?

Kenniford Farm Hog Roast

Favourite shop?

Queen Street News! It's beyond epic, and they sell blue slush puppy. Win!

Favourite shopping area?

Fore Street

Exeter Chiefs or Exeter City?

Chiefs Chiefs Chiefs!

Beach or moors?

Beach

What or where is Exeter's best kept secret?

A spot on the river where you can sit on the rocks & watch kingfishers. I'm not telling where.

What one change would you like to see in Exeter?

A decent daily produce market.

Who is your local hero or heroine?

The guys at the boarding house on fore street for being instrumental in the local skate & bmx scene and for the new flowerpots park.
19. Do you belong to any local clubs or societies?
nope

What are you up to next?

Off to Amsterdam to brew coffee for Urban Outfitters.

If you would like to get in touch with Matt, you can contact him via his Facebook page or like him on Twitter.

Or if you would like to take part in our Exeter Lives feature in the forthcoming weeks, we would love to hear from you. Please email ted@thedailyuk.com