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                      Could I ask if contestants are allowed to trim vegetables in advance, for the presentation section? 
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                      Dear Mr Long Thanh Chiem (professional judge) Can you help me to understand about mixing/ combining spices in Vietnam? 
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                      Will the organizers provide spoons and chopsticks for the contestants? 
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                      Is it possible to attend the contest in Region B if I am from region A? 
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                      Dear Organizing Committee, do you provide cooking tools for contestants at the Golden Spoon contest?