Information We Collect

We may collect:

• Personal information you provide (such as name, email, and content submitted through forms)
• Automatically collected data (such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and device information)
• Email subscriber details through Substack
• Analytics data through Google Analytics and similar tools

We do not sell personal information.

How We Use Your Information

Information is used to:

• Operate and maintain the Site
• Analyze performance and improve content
• Send newsletters and updates you opted into
• Respond to submissions, comments, or inquiries
• Maintain security and prevent misuse

Cookies & Tracking

The Site uses cookies and tracking tools for:

• Site functionality
• Analytics
• Saving preferences
• Newsletter integration (Substack)

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may be limited.

Third-Party Tools

We use third-party platforms including:

• Google Analytics
• Substack
• WordPress plugins (such as spam filters, forms, and performance tools)

These services collect data according to their own policies.

Email & Newsletter Subscriptions

When subscribing to the newsletter (managed via Substack), you agree to receive updates, recipes, and announcements. Unsubscribe at any time.

Your Rights

You may request to access, update, or delete your personal information by emailing [email protected].

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Site Use

You may browse the Site for personal, non-commercial use. You may not:

• Copy full recipes
• Use Site images without permission
• Scrape, extract, or republish content
• Use the Site for unlawful, abusive, or harmful activity

Intellectual Property

All Site content—including photos, videos, branding, text, graphics, and design—is protected by copyright.

You may not reuse or republish Site media without written permission.

You may quote a short text excerpt with a clear link back to the original post. If you are publishing a round-up, please feel free to use one image with a clear credit and link back to the original post.

User-Submitted Content

When you submit a recipe, photo, or other content:

• You retain full copyright
• You confirm the content is your own
• You grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to:
  • Publish and display your submission
  • Edit copy and media for clarity, formatting, SEO, accessibility, or consistency
  • Promote your content on the Site, social media, newsletter, or related channels

We will not sell your images or license them to third parties.

To request removal, email [email protected]

Accuracy of Information

Recipes, nutritional information, and related content on the Site are provided as estimates. While we make every reasonable effort to ensure accuracy, we cannot guarantee that recipe results, nutritional calculations, or ingredient behavior will be consistent for every user.

Nutritional information—such as calories, macros, or ingredient data—is estimated using available calculators and third-party tools. Actual values may vary based on brands used, measurement differences, preparation methods, and individual cooking techniques. Nutritional data should be treated as an approximation, not a medical or dietary guarantee.

You are responsible for reviewing ingredient lists, verifying allergen safety, and making decisions based on your own dietary needs. Ingredient substitutions, optional add-ins, and equipment differences may alter recipe outcomes.

By using the recipes and information on this Site, you assume full responsibility for your kitchen safety, ingredient choices, and any personal health considerations. Please consult your doctor for any health questions.

Links to Other Sites

The Site may contain links to external websites and platforms, including Substack, social media, affiliate partners, advertisers, and tools we integrate with. These third-party sites maintain their own terms, privacy practices, and business operations. We do not control—and are not responsible for—the content, policies, accuracy, safety, or practices of any external service.

Inclusion of a link does not constitute endorsement, recommendation, sponsorship, or approval of the third party, its products, its content, or its business practices.

If the Site displays advertising from ad networks or third-party partners, those ads are provided by external companies. We do not endorse the products, claims, or messaging of any ad appearing on the Site, and we are not responsible for the accuracy or safety of advertised content.

If user-generated posts, comments, or submissions include links to outside websites, those links are the sole responsibility of the user who posted them. We do not vet, monitor, or verify user-provided links.

Your interactions with any third-party website or service are at your own discretion and risk. We encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms of any external site you visit.

Affiliate Disclosure

Some posts on the Site may contain affiliate links. This means that if you click a link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission or referral fee—at no additional cost to you. These links help support the work required to maintain the Site, create free recipes, and publish content.

All affiliate links will be clearly disclosed within the relevant post or page in accordance with FTC guidelines.

Participation in affiliate programs does not influence the recipes we publish, the products we recommend, or the opinions expressed on the Site. We only link to products, tools, and brands we genuinely use, trust, or believe may be helpful to readers. However, product availability, pricing, and quality are controlled by third-party retailers; we do not guarantee the accuracy, safety, or reliability of any third-party product or service.

Affiliate links are distinct from ads: advertisements on the Site may be served automatically through an ad network, whereas affiliate links are manually added by us. The inclusion of an affiliate link or advertisement does not constitute endorsement of the product, company, or seller.

Your decision to use or purchase through any affiliate link is entirely your choice and at your own discretion.

Limitation of Liability

Use of the Site is at your own risk. We are not liable for:

• Recipe outcomes
• Technical issues
• Losses arising from Site use
• Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies

Your sole remedy is to stop using the Site.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the state of Oregon in which the Site operator resides.

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Accessibility Statement

We are committed to making [Site Name] accessible and usable for as many people as possible, including visitors with disabilities. Our goal is to provide a website experience that is inclusive, readable, navigable, and functional for all users, regardless of device, ability, or technology.We strive to follow Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA, which outline standards designed to improve accessibility for individuals with visual, auditory, cognitive, and motor impairments.

Our Accessibility Practices

To support accessibility, the Site includes—or is actively working toward—features such as:

• Alternative text for meaningful images
All recipe images, step-by-step visuals, and graphics include descriptive alt text wherever they convey essential information.

• Clear heading structures
Pages and posts use logical heading hierarchies so assistive technologies can navigate content effectively.

• Keyboard navigability
Core features of the website can be accessed using a keyboard without needing a mouse.

• Color contrast and readability
We design with accessible color contrast and font choices to support readability across devices.

• Link and button clarity
Links use descriptive labels where possible so users understand their purpose out of context.

• Screen reader compatibility
We aim to ensure that our layout, markup, and site structure work cohesively with screen reader software.

• Avoidance of flashing or distracting elements
Where possible, we avoid motion, autoplaying media, or flashing content that may affect users with sensitivities.

• Accessible forms and labels
Forms include clear labels and instructions to ensure easy use with assistive technologies.

Ongoing Commitment

Accessibility is not a one-time project—it is an ongoing process. As we publish new content and update our design, we regularly review pages to maintain and improve accessibility.

We periodically conduct:

• Manual accessibility checks
• Plugin and theme audits
• Image and alt text reviews
• Color contrast evaluations
• Usability testing on common devices

We also monitor changes to accessibility standards and update our practices accordingly.

Third-Party Content & Tools

Some elements of the Site use third-party providers, such as:

• Substack (for newsletters)
• WordPress plugins
• Embedded social media content
• Analytics tools
• Ad networks or affiliate links

While we strive to choose platforms with strong accessibility practices, we do not control the accessibility of tools hosted or managed by external providers.

If you encounter accessibility barriers in content supplied by a third party, we’ll gladly help troubleshoot where possible or offer alternative access to information.

Feedback & Assistance

Your feedback is essential to improving accessibility. If you experience difficulty using the Site, encounter an accessibility issue, or need content provided in a different format, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

Please include:

• The page or post where the issue occurred
• A description of the problem
• Any assistive technology you are using (optional)

We will make every reasonable effort to respond promptly and resolve the issue.

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