Epicure Embrace

1. Service Agreement

By engaging with Epicure Embrace, you agree to these terms of service. Our culinary experiences are provided subject to availability and may require advance booking. All bookings are subject to confirmation and deposit requirements.

2. Booking and Cancellation Policy

Reservations require a 50% deposit at time of booking. Cancellations made more than 14 days prior to the experience date are eligible for a full refund minus a 10% processing fee. Cancellations within 14 days are subject to forfeiture of deposit.

3. Dietary Requirements and Restrictions

We accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies when disclosed at time of booking. However, we cannot guarantee against cross-contamination in restaurant kitchens. Clients with severe allergies participate at their own risk.

4. Code of Conduct

Clients are expected to maintain appropriate behavior during all experiences. Epicure Embrace reserves the right to terminate services without refund for disruptive behavior, intoxication, or violation of venue policies.

5. Photography and Privacy

Some experiences may be photographed for marketing purposes. Clients who prefer not to be photographed should inform us prior to the event. We respect privacy and will not use images without consent.

6. Limitation of Liability

Epicure Embrace liability is limited to the cost of services provided. We are not responsible for injuries, illnesses, or losses that may occur during experiences. Clients participate at their own risk.

7. Intellectual Property

All recipes, techniques, and proprietary information shared during experiences are confidential and may not be reproduced commercially without written permission.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information necessary to provide our culinary experiences, including contact details, dietary restrictions, preferences, and payment information. We also collect usage data about how you interact with our website.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your personal data is used to provide and improve our services, communicate about bookings, send marketing communications (with consent), and comply with legal obligations. We may also use anonymized data for business analytics.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell personal data to third parties. We may share information with service providers (restaurants, chefs, payment processors) necessary to deliver our services, and with legal authorities when required by law.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data. You may also object to processing for marketing purposes and request data portability where applicable.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to improve website functionality and analyze usage patterns. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Some features may not work properly if cookies are disabled.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations. Marketing data is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.

8. Contact Information

For privacy-related inquiries, contact us at [email protected] or +1 (212) 555-0147.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our site.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality, including security and form submissions.

Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous usage statistics.

Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and provide enhanced features.

Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services (Google Analytics, social media platforms) that set their own cookies. These services have their own privacy policies governing cookie use.

4. Managing Cookie Preferences

You can control cookie settings through your browser or our cookie preference center. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality and user experience.

5. Cookie Consent

By continuing to use our website after seeing our cookie banner, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw consent at any time through your browser settings.

6. Updates to Cookie Policy

We may update this cookie policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

1. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following legal bases: consent (for marketing communications), contract performance (to provide services), legitimate interest (for business operations), and legal obligation (for compliance requirements).

2. Data Subject Rights Under GDPR

Right of Access: Request information about personal data we hold about you.

Right of Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data.

Right of Erasure: Request deletion of personal data under certain circumstances.

Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your personal data.

Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of personal data to another organization.

Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interest or for marketing purposes.

3. Data Protection Officer

Our Data Protection Officer can be contacted at [email protected] for any GDPR-related inquiries or to exercise your rights.

4. International Data Transfers

When we transfer personal data outside the EU, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including adequacy decisions, standard contractual clauses, or other approved mechanisms.

5. Data Breach Notification

We have procedures in place to detect, report, and investigate personal data breaches. We will notify supervisory authorities and affected individuals as required by GDPR.

6. Privacy by Design

We implement privacy by design principles in all our systems and processes, ensuring data protection is considered from the outset of any new project or service.

7. Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority if you believe we have not complied with GDPR requirements.

8. Regular Compliance Reviews

We conduct regular assessments of our data processing activities to ensure ongoing GDPR compliance and implement necessary improvements.

1. Copyright Infringement Policy

Epicure Embrace respects intellectual property rights and expects users to do the same. We will respond to clear notices of alleged copyright infringement that comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

2. Filing a DMCA Notice

If you believe content on our website infringes your copyright, please provide our designated agent with the following information:

• Physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
• Description of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Description of the infringing material and its location on our website
• Your contact information (address, telephone number, email)
• Statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
• Statement of accuracy made under penalty of perjury

3. Designated DMCA Agent

Send DMCA notices to our designated agent:

DMCA Agent - Epicure Embrace
247 West 46th Street, Suite 801
New York, NY 10036, USA
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (212) 555-0147

4. Counter-Notification Process

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

5. Repeat Infringer Policy

We may terminate accounts of users who are found to be repeat infringers of copyright in accordance with the DMCA and our terms of service.

6. False Claims

Please note that making false claims of copyright infringement may result in legal liability. Ensure your complaint is accurate and made in good faith before submitting a DMCA notice.