Stories from Thai kitchens

 Using food as a compass, the short films introduce viewers to the incredible people and ingredients that range from floating markets, wok-tossed caterpillars to handcrafted noodles, which give the country its unique flavoUr.
Great Big Story is an independent subsidiary of CNN and charged with making digital content like micro documentaries. Since launching in 2015, CNN’s Great Big Story has produced more than 1,100 original stories designed for multi-platform viewing and social media sharing. Catering to today’s global generation of intellectually curious and connected consumers, the team travels all over the world, seeking out stories that are untold, overlooked and flat-out amazing.
In “Authentic Thai”, Great Big Story dishes up four micro documentaries that capture the diversity of Thai cuisine and culture. One episode takes viewers into the heart of a bustling local market, where the freshest ingredients of the day are put on full display.
There’s also a behind-the-scenes look at how traditional kanom jeen noodles are made in the southern part of the country. Moving onto the contemporary dining scene, Great Big Story gets a seat at the hottest table in Bangkok, which is housed in a chef’s personal living room. Finally, those with an appetite for adventure will get a taste of Thailand’s thriving insect farming sector as viewers meet a young couple who turns creepy crawlies into edible delights.
By celebrating the country’s diverse culinary offerings, ‘Authentic Thai’ showcases Thailand as a destination with something to suit all tastes. The digital series premiered on July 26. Find it at www.GreatBigsStory.com/stories/thailand-s-floating-markets-serve-up-a-feast-on-the-water.