Reality Shoot in Chiang Mai: Location Scouting, Filming Permits in Thailand, & Production Simplified

When an international production company approached us to support their reality cooking series in Northern Thailand, we faced a unique creative and logistical challenge:

👉 Each episode required 3 distinct locations —

1️⃣ A remote jungle or rural setting where contestants would literally dig ingredients from the ground

2️⃣ A lively local market for shopping traditional Thai ingredients

3️⃣ A modern restaurant with traditional Thai design elements, spacious enough to fit 4 cooking stations side by side for the final cook-off.

Together with Film Service Asia we:

✅ Applied for and received shooting permits in Thailand from the Thai Film Board

✅ Scouted and secured the locations across Chiang Mai while balancing cinematic visual appeal with logistical feasibility

✅ Navigated local protocols and cultural considerations

✅ Ensured seamless transitions between three very different environments — from muddy farms to sleek restaurant kitchens.

No shortcuts on aesthetics, practicality, or authenticity!

If you’re looking to film in Thailand and want local expertise from scouting to crew and permits — We are happy to connect.