About Asia Scenic Thai Cooking School Chiang Mai A Story of Family & Flavor
A Story of Family & Flavor
Gayle
Meet Gayle – The Founder & Storyteller
Sawasdee ka (Hello)! My name is Gayle. I am a traveler, a teacher, and the founder of Asia Scenic Thai Cooking School Chiang Mai.
My journey began with a passion for Thai Art, Culture, and Tourism, which led me to become a tour guide and cooking instructor while
pursuing my Master’s degree in Art History. But I wanted to create something more than just a school. I wanted to create a "home" for travelers.
Since 2007, my goal has been to offer an authentic Thai cooking experience that cures homesickness and connects people. Whether you
join us at our cooking class in Old City Chiang Mai (walking distance from Thapae Gate) or escape to our organic farm, I want you to feel the true
warmth of a local Thai family.
At Asia Scenic, you don’t just learn how to cook; you live in a Thai home garden, share stories, and gain memories that will be the highlight of
your holiday. I’ll do my best to make you feel at home, in my home.
Moon
Meet Moon – Sister & Partner in Crime
“Moon” is my lovely sister and the heart of our kitchen. She taught me so many tricks about Thai cooking, and today, we run this family-owned Thai cooking school together.
We share laughter and hard work every day. It’s funny sometimes when guests think that I’m her daughter! Moon always jokes that she wants to hang a sign saying: “I’m not Gayle’s mom!”
Many people question us about our success: “Can you run this business just by yourselves?” We are proud to answer YES. We would like to show everyone in the world that Thai women
can build a successful business with heart and passion—without needing a rich boyfriend!
JaoSau
Our sweet heart. The meaning of her name is millionaire. Some one told me “a woman who has no children has to have a dog” That”s true
More Than Recipes: A Legacy of Thai Family & Culture
[The Roots & Grandma]
In Thai tradition, many of us grow up raised by our grandmothers, and I was no exception. I learned everything from her. When I was young, she taught me traditional Thai massage by letting me practice on her acheing muscles.
But most importantly, she taught me cooking. In my family, everyone knows how to cook. I always say: "My grandma cooked better than my mom, but my mom cooks better than me."
This is our inheritance—a living part of our family tree. Asia Scenic Thai Cooking School is built upon these authentic recipes, passed down from generation to generation with love and respect.
[Chef vs. Teacher]
People often ask me, "Are you a chef?"
My answer is simple: "No, I am not a chef. I am a teacher."
Almost all Thai people can cook by instinct. But if you want to cook like a Thai, you don't need a chef; you need someone who can teach you the Thai way.
At Asia Scenic, I train all my staff with this philosophy. We take the complexity of Thai herbs and spices and make them easy to understand, even if you have never touched a wok before.
[The Expert Behind the Apron]
I founded this cooking school because I am deeply proud of Thai culture. My background is not just in the kitchen—I hold a Master’s degree in Art History, and I have worked as a tour guide,
a journalist, and a university lecturer in Southeast Asian Art & Culture.
To me, Thai cooking is culture on a plate.
My goal isn't to turn you into a professional chef, but to empower you to cook delicious Thai food at home in your own kitchen. When you join our class, we don't just chop vegetables;
we share stories, exchange experiences, and I hope to give you a deeper, more delicious perspective of Thailand.
