Transform Your Culinary Journey

1. Service Agreement

Food Expert Guide provides professional culinary consulting services including menu development, recipe creation, nutrition planning, and food industry guidance. By engaging our services, you agree to these terms and conditions.

2. Professional Services

Our consultants are certified culinary professionals and registered dietitians. All advice is based on industry best practices, food safety standards, and nutritional science. Results may vary based on implementation and market conditions.

3. Client Responsibilities

Clients must provide accurate information about their culinary needs, dietary restrictions, budget constraints, and business objectives. Failure to disclose relevant information may affect service quality and outcomes.

4. Payment Terms

Consultation fees are due upon service completion unless otherwise agreed. We accept major credit cards and business checks. Refunds are available within 30 days if service expectations are not met as defined in the service agreement.

5. Intellectual Property

Original recipes and consulting materials developed specifically for clients remain their property. General culinary techniques and industry knowledge shared during consultations are not proprietary.

6. Limitation of Liability

Food Expert Guide's liability is limited to the fees paid for services. We are not responsible for business losses, food safety incidents, or health outcomes resulting from failure to follow professional recommendations.

7. Confidentiality

We maintain strict confidentiality regarding client recipes, business plans, and proprietary information. Non-disclosure agreements are available for commercial clients requiring additional protection.

8. Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify our services and these terms with 30 days' notice to existing clients. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of updated terms.

Contact: For questions about these terms, contact us at +1 (212) 555-0847 or email [email protected]

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information including name, contact details, dietary preferences, business information, and consultation requests. This information is necessary to provide personalized culinary consulting services.

2. How We Use Information

Personal information is used exclusively for providing consulting services, scheduling appointments, sending consultation materials, and maintaining client relationships. We do not sell or share personal information with third parties.

3. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including SSL encryption, secure servers, and restricted access protocols. Client data is backed up securely and protected against unauthorized access.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses essential cookies for functionality and analytics cookies to improve user experience. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent manager.

5. Third-Party Services

We use reputable third-party services for email delivery, appointment scheduling, and payment processing. These services are GDPR compliant and maintain strict data protection standards.

6. Data Retention

Client information is retained for 7 years for business records and tax compliance. You may request data deletion at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.

7. Your Rights (GDPR)

EU residents have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing of their personal data. Contact our privacy team to exercise these rights.

8. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately for removal.

9. International Transfers

Data may be transferred internationally for processing. All transfers comply with GDPR requirements and include appropriate safeguards for data protection.

10. Privacy Updates

Privacy policy updates are communicated via email and website notifications. Continued use of our services indicates acceptance of updated policies.

Contact: For privacy concerns, email [email protected] or call +1 (212) 555-0847

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when visiting our website. They help us provide better user experience, remember your preferences, and analyze website performance.

2. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for website functionality including form submission, session management, and security features. They cannot be disabled without affecting website operation.

3. Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve content and user experience. These cookies collect anonymous statistical data.

4. Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness. These are optional and require explicit consent.

5. Cookie Consent

You can manage cookie preferences through our consent banner or browser settings. Declining non-essential cookies will not affect core website functionality.

6. Third-Party Cookies

Our website may include embedded content from social media platforms, video providers, and other services that set their own cookies according to their privacy policies.

7. Cookie Duration

Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain until they expire or you delete them. Cookie lifespans range from session-only to 2 years maximum.

8. Disabling Cookies

You can disable cookies through browser settings. However, this may limit website functionality and prevent access to certain features requiring cookie support.

9. Cookie Updates

This policy is updated when we implement new cookies or change existing ones. Check this page regularly for updates to our cookie practices.

Contact: For cookie-related questions, email [email protected] or call +1 (212) 555-0847

1. Copyright Respect

Food Expert Guide respects intellectual property rights and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). We respond promptly to valid copyright infringement notices.

2. Original Content

Our recipes, consulting materials, and educational content are original works created by our culinary professionals or properly licensed from content creators with appropriate permissions.

3. Client Content Rights

Custom recipes and consulting materials developed specifically for clients remain their intellectual property. We do not republish or redistribute client-specific content without permission.

4. Copyright Infringement Notice

To report copyright infringement, provide the following information:

• Description of the copyrighted work being infringed
• Location of the infringing material on our website
• Your contact information and copyright ownership proof
• Statement of good faith belief that use is unauthorized
• Statement of accuracy and ownership authorization
• Electronic or physical signature of copyright owner

5. DMCA Agent Contact

Send infringement notices to:
DMCA Agent: James Martinez
Food Expert Guide
157 West 47th Street, Suite 801
New York, NY 10036, USA
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (212) 555-0847

6. Counter-Notification Process

If you believe content was removed in error, you may submit a counter-notification including your contact information, description of removed content, statement of good faith belief, and consent to jurisdiction.

7. Repeat Infringer Policy

We terminate relationships with clients or partners who repeatedly infringe copyright. Multiple validated infringement notices may result in service termination.

8. Fair Use Consideration

We consider fair use principles when evaluating copyright claims, particularly for educational content, commentary, and transformative culinary adaptations of traditional recipes.

9. Response Timeline

We respond to valid DMCA notices within 72 hours and remove infringing content promptly. Counter-notifications are processed within 10-14 business days as required by law.

Important: False DMCA claims may result in legal liability. Ensure you have valid copyright ownership before filing infringement notices.

1. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent: For marketing communications and optional services
• Contract: For providing consulting services and client management
• Legal Obligation: For tax records and business compliance
• Legitimate Interest: For website analytics and service improvement

2. Data Subject Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we process your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Rights Related to Automated Decision Making: Object to automated profiling

3. Data Processing Activities

Client Consultations: We process names, contact information, dietary preferences, and business details to provide personalized consulting services.

Website Analytics: We collect anonymous usage data to improve website performance and user experience.

Marketing Communications: With consent, we send newsletters and service updates via email.

4. Data Sharing and Transfers

We do not sell personal data to third parties. Limited sharing occurs with:

• Payment processors for transaction completion
• Email service providers for communication delivery
• Cloud storage providers for secure data backup
• Legal authorities when required by law

5. International Data Transfers

Data may be transferred outside the EU for processing by our service providers. All transfers include appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions.

6. Data Retention Periods

• Client Records: 7 years for business and tax compliance
• Marketing Data: Until consent is withdrawn
• Website Analytics: 26 months maximum
• Email Communications: 3 years or until unsubscribe

7. Data Security Measures

We implement technical and organizational measures including:

• SSL encryption for data transmission
• Secure servers with restricted access
• Regular security audits and updates
• Staff training on data protection principles
• Incident response procedures for data breaches

8. Data Protection Impact Assessments

We conduct DPIAs for high-risk processing activities, particularly when implementing new technologies or significantly changing data processing procedures.

9. Data Protection Officer

For privacy-related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (212) 555-0847
Mail: Data Protection Officer, Food Expert Guide, 157 West 47th Street, Suite 801, New York, NY 10036, USA

10. Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge complaints with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not handled your personal data in accordance with GDPR requirements.

11. Consent Withdrawal

Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw consent at any time. This does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Last Updated: This GDPR compliance documentation was last updated on the date of website publication and reflects our current data protection practices.