Terms & Conditions

Last updated: December 5, 2025

Welcome to The Expat Cook (the “Site”), located at https://expatcook.recipes. By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. About The Expat Cook

The Expat Cook is a recipe and information blog aimed at helping expatriates cook, bake, and adapt recipes in their new country. All content is provided for general information and personal use only and does not constitute professional advice (for example, legal, medical, or nutritional advice).

2. Eligibility and Use of the Site

By using this Site, you confirm that:

• You are at least 18 years old, or you use the Site under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian.
• You will use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

You agree not to:

• Use the Site in any way that may damage, disable, overburden, or impair it.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site or its related systems.
• Use the Site to transmit spam, malware, or other harmful content.

3. Intellectual Property

Unless stated otherwise, all content on the Site, including text, recipes, images, graphics, logos, and design, is owned by or licensed to The Expat Cook and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws.

You may:

• View, print, and download content for your personal, non-commercial use.

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, modify, publish, sell, or exploit any content from the Site for commercial purposes without prior written permission.
• Remove or alter any copyright or proprietary notices.

If you wish to use content from the Site for any purpose beyond personal use, please contact: info@expatcook.recipes.

4. User Comments and Contributions

If the Site allows comments or user submissions, you are solely responsible for the content you post or submit. By posting or submitting content, you confirm that:

• You own or have the necessary rights to share that content.
• Your content does not infringe any intellectual property or privacy rights.
• Your content is not unlawful, abusive, defamatory, discriminatory, or otherwise objectionable.

By submitting content, you grant The Expat Cook a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, display, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content on or in connection with the Site.

The Expat Cook reserves the right (but has no obligation) to monitor, edit, or remove user content at its sole discretion.

5. Recipes, Nutritional Information, and Allergy Disclaimer

The recipes and related information on the Site are provided for general informational purposes only. Results may vary based on ingredients, equipment, and techniques.

• The Expat Cook does not guarantee specific outcomes from any recipe.
• Any nutritional, dietary, or allergy-related information is approximate and should not be relied upon as professional advice.
• You are responsible for checking ingredient labels, allergens, and suitability for your own circumstances and for those you cook for.

If you have specific dietary, health, or allergy concerns, consult a qualified professional before using any recipe or information from this Site.

6. No Professional Advice

Content on the Site may occasionally touch on topics such as health, diet, budgeting, or lifestyle. This information is provided for general information only and does not replace advice from a qualified professional. Always seek the advice of an appropriate professional for your specific situation.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources. These are provided for convenience and informational purposes only.

• The Expat Cook has no control over, and is not responsible for, the content, privacy practices, or availability of third-party sites.
• Inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement or affiliation.

You access third-party websites at your own risk and should review their own terms and privacy policies.

8. Affiliate Links and Sponsored Content

From time to time, the Site may include affiliate links or sponsored content. This means The Expat Cook may earn a commission if you make a purchase through certain links, at no additional cost to you.

Any sponsored posts, affiliate relationships, or partnerships will be disclosed in accordance with applicable regulations and guidelines.

9. Newsletter and Communications

If you subscribe to the newsletter, you agree to receive emails from The Expat Cook. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting info@expatcook.recipes.

Use of your personal data in connection with the newsletter and the Site is governed by the Privacy Policy, which is separate from these Terms and can be found on the Site.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and all content are provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.

The Expat Cook does not guarantee that:

• The Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or free from errors or viruses.
• The information on the Site is complete, accurate, or up to date at all times.

You use the Site at your own risk.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Expat Cook and its owner(s) will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in connection with:

• Your use of, or inability to use, the Site or its content.
• Any decisions or actions taken based on information from the Site.
• Any errors or omissions in the content.

If you are dissatisfied with any part of the Site or these Terms, your sole and exclusive remedy is to stop using the Site.

12. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Expat Cook and its owner(s) from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or in any way connected with:

• Your use of the Site.
• Your violation of these Terms.
• Your violation of any third party’s rights.

13. Changes to the Site and Terms

The Expat Cook may update, modify, or remove any part of the Site, including these Terms, at any time without prior notice.

When changes are made, the “Last updated” date at the top of this page will be revised. By continuing to use the Site after changes are posted, you accept the updated Terms.

14. Termination

The Expat Cook reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to restrict, suspend, or terminate your access to all or part of the Site at any time and for any reason, without prior notice.

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and your use of the Site are governed by the laws of England and Wales, without regard to conflict of law principles.

You agree that any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

info@expatcook.recipes