I am a professional teacher who trained
specially in the cuisine industry, fashion and cosmetics that serves people in
a modern society. With 45 years experiences I understand that what this society
needs most and basic competency that an expert needs especially in industries
which provide the main for life: the soul of cuisine culture.
Professional judge of the Golden Spoon Contest- Elite teacher Choi Thi TrieuTo have good dishes we need good chefs who
have the necessary knowledge and skills to display rustic dishes on party
tables in an elegant, charming and luxurious style, to an outstanding level in
order meet the requirements of culinary business in developed countries. This
also concerns every single Vietnamese person and especially those specialized
in working within this industry.
For many years I worked as a judge in
important programs as well as game shows, festivals, and national and
traditional holidays. These included: Women Day; Vietnamese Women Day;
Vietnamese Family Day; Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day; Teacher Day;
International Labor Day; and International Children’s Day. I also visited
culinary festivals such as Southern Foods festival; various delicacies from
other countries; international culinary festivals and contests of Vietnamese
ethnic minority good dishes. These events are conducted annually and grow from
the local events to national level. I see that these are useful game shows and provide
opportunities that help everyone to have a chance to meet and exchange their
experiences. They also as learn necessary knowledge for life, concerning issues
of life, society and community.
Elite teacher Choi Thi Trieu (left) was judging the 2015 Golden Spoon Contest together with Judge Suong Thi Bui (right)
Besides these game shows there are also
other professional contests for professional chefs with much experiences in
cooking and food, where they can challenge their skills and upgrade their level
in order to raise their competency.
Or there is also the Master Chef Contest
which selects the best chef within the TV game show, using simple organization
aimed at creating a professional playground atmosphere.
The Golden Spoon Contest has been organized
over several years already and it has been proved that this special contest is
not typical in Vietnam as it has covered all regions within the country. It is
also considered an expensive contest with many immeasurable importance. The
contest is financed by just one company from its own budget which is admirable.
It should receive support from everyone, various industries as well as local
authorities to provide the best conditions for it to maximize its results.
Although I used to be a judge for many other contests, both professional and
amateur, I appreciate Minh Long I Co. Ltd for their support which made myself
and other professionals in the cooking industry, have faith for a bright future
of the Vietnamese culinary industry.
The most touching detail to me is that we
have a producer who can have great ideas and a sensitive heart at the same
time?
The Golden Spoon contest has showed us that
only professional ethics and self-consciousness can actively make things become
a reality for life.
The thing that satisfied me the most about
this Golden Spoon Contest is the way the organizers have promoted and developed
materials and equipment used in the industry. This has been a unique experience
in Vietnam.
Many generations of chefs in Vietnam before
have had the opportunity to be equipped in essential kitchen utensils that
increase the value of their work for a party table. That is why Vietnamese
cuisine couldn’t be viewed as the same level of cuisines from developed
countries. This, despite the fact that Vietnamese food is abundant and diverse
and Vietnamese chefs are highly talented.
Together with other judges, Elite teacher Choi Thi Trieu was very interested in the new spices and creations brought by chefs to the Golden Spoon Contest
I think only Minh Long 1 Co. Ltd, and
specifically the Ly's Horeca brand has done this. Just looking at the tons of
high-grade ceramic kitchenware and utensils being moved to these locations
throughout Vietnam, to facilitate the contest, filled me with admiration. It took great human resources with qualified
and skilled staff who were assigned to transport it from Minh Long Ceramic Co.
Ltd to the BSA center. In addition there were the logistical problems of moving
food experts, the Vietnam product ambassador, government officers, staff in
charge of various departments such as electricity, water, gas, decoration, art
design, movies, IT, services and security. It was really an incredible job.
Every time I attend the contest in my role
as judge I feel emotional and happy when I can see the nerves and excitement on
the faces of the chefs. They work so hard to show off their talent for everyone
to see, admire and honor. There is a huge volume of high-grade ceramic utensils
of various sizes on the party tables for contestants to choose, for food
presentation and table decorations. I admire the producers and organizers who
have created such favorable conditions for the chefs to demonstrate their
skills.
Ly's Horeca products have inspired
creativity within the chefs to create unique culinary dishes.
Everything happening around the
organization of the Golden Spoon Contest has a practical meaning, which serves
the common interests of the country's cuisine. From the most essential and
practical things serving community interests I am willing to contribute my best
efforts to complete the roles and responsibilities in a spirit of objectivity,
fairness, impartiality, and respect for the right persons required to achieve
their goals and elevate Vietnam cuisine to a higher level.
Finally, I would like to define the
importance and true value of the Golden Spoon Contest in creating high-end
values of Vietnamese products in the development and integration process.
Golden Spoon
This article has been published in the
Golden Spoon & Vietnamese Culinary Essence Guidebook in the first season.
Golden Spoon and
Vietnamese culinary guidebook was published to coincide with the contest
itself. This guidebook has many rustic and traditional dishes that were
collected from various regions in Vietnam. The book also paints a portrait of
true chefs and stories that reflect the passion of people who want to promote
Vietnamese cuisine to an international level.
This book is available in
the Phuong Nam bookstore system and showrooms of Minh Long ceramic 1 Co.Ltd covering
the whole country.