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Terms of Use

Last updated: May 29, 2026

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the Culinary Mastery Workshops website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

Use of Our Website

Permitted Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes only, including:

  • Browsing workshop information
  • Booking workshops
  • Contacting us with inquiries
  • Accessing educational content

Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  • Use the website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
  • Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
  • Interfere with or disrupt the website or servers
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the website
  • Copy, reproduce, or distribute content without permission
  • Upload viruses, malware, or other malicious code
  • Harass, abuse, or harm other users

Workshop Bookings

Booking Process

Workshop bookings are confirmed upon receipt of payment and our email confirmation. Submitting a booking request does not guarantee availability until confirmed by us.

Payment

All workshop fees must be paid in Australian Dollars (AUD). Payment is due at the time of booking confirmation. We accept payment via credit card, bank transfer, or PayPal.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

  • More than 7 days before workshop: Full refund
  • 3-7 days before workshop: 50% refund or option to reschedule
  • Less than 3 days before workshop: No refund, but may reschedule for a future date (subject to availability)
  • No-show: No refund and forfeiture of booking

Workshop Changes

We reserve the right to:

  • Cancel or reschedule workshops due to insufficient enrollment or unforeseen circumstances
  • Substitute instructors if necessary
  • Make minor adjustments to workshop content

If we cancel a workshop, you will receive a full refund or the option to transfer to another workshop.

Participant Conduct

Workshop participants are expected to:

  • Arrive on time and prepared
  • Follow instructor guidance and safety protocols
  • Respect other participants and staff
  • Inform us of allergies or dietary restrictions in advance

We reserve the right to remove disruptive participants without refund.

Intellectual Property

Our Content

All content on this website, including text, images, logos, recipes, techniques, and instructional materials, is owned by Culinary Mastery Workshops or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes. Workshop participants receive a license to use provided recipes and techniques for personal home cooking only.

Restrictions

You may not:

  • Republish, reproduce, or distribute our content without written permission
  • Use our content for commercial purposes
  • Modify or create derivative works from our content
  • Remove copyright or proprietary notices

User Content

If you submit testimonials, reviews, photos, or other content to us:

  • You grant us a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display such content
  • You represent that you own or have rights to the content
  • You waive any moral rights in the content
  • We may edit or remove user content at our discretion

Disclaimers

Website Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties about the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of information on our website. Workshop descriptions, pricing, and schedules are subject to change without notice.

No Professional Advice

Our workshops provide culinary education for personal enrichment. They do not constitute professional culinary training or certification. We do not guarantee specific outcomes or skill levels.

Health and Safety

Cooking involves inherent risks including cuts, burns, and allergic reactions. By participating in our workshops, you acknowledge these risks and agree to follow safety instructions.

Website Availability

We do not guarantee that our website will be available at all times or free from errors, viruses, or security threats.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Culinary Mastery Workshops and its staff shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
  • Personal injury or property damage arising from workshop participation
  • Damages resulting from website use or inability to use the website

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the workshop in question.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Culinary Mastery Workshops, its instructors, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of our website or services
  • Your violation of these Terms of Use
  • Your violation of any third-party rights

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these external sites. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria.

Dispute Resolution

Before pursuing legal action, we encourage you to contact us to resolve disputes informally. If informal resolution fails, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in Melbourne, Victoria.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these terms does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy and GDPR Compliance statement, constitute the entire agreement between you and Culinary Mastery Workshops regarding use of our website and services.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Use, contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Address: 127 Fitzroy Street, Melbourne VIC 3065, Australia

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