Lifestyle Food’s “Tobie & Matt” recently embarked on a 30-day trip into Asia, recording episodes 5-8 of the popular series. Starring chef Tobie PUTTOCK & wine sommelier Matt SKINNER, the lifestyle series matches a region’s flavours with wine, combining travel elements.
The shoot visited Thailand’s Bangkok & Hua Hin for two episodes, before moving on to China’s Shanghai & Beijing. Good food & wine inevitably characterized the shoot.
In an all-new crew, DP Matthew GORMLY (based in Asia from 1991-2000) enlisted Cameraman Rob JOSEPH, Soundie Richard STRANGELOVE, with the overqualified Jim GRAHAM as Camera Assistant - forming a dream team. Shot with two DigiBeta cameras, using Zaxcomm, and the innovative SunBounce reflector/scrim system for quick & painless set-ups.
Produced by Wall to Wall Pictures’ Charm WALL, and directed by Peter WALL. “Tobie & Matt” eps 5-8 air in July on Lifestyle Food (www.lifestylefood.com.au), with ep8 “Beijing” airing on Aug 7, the eve of the Olympic Games Opening.