Last Updated: 1 January 2024

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using the glade-verse Culinary Academy website (glade-verse.tech) and our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services.

These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and glade-verse Culinary Academy regarding your use of our website and services.

2. Description of Services

glade-verse Culinary Academy provides culinary education services including but not limited to:

  • Cooking courses and workshops
  • Private cooking instruction
  • Corporate team-building events
  • Educational materials and recipes

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 16 years of age to use our website and enrol in our courses. Some courses may have additional age requirements. If you are under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent to participate in our courses.

4. Course Bookings and Payments

Booking Confirmation

All bookings are subject to availability. A booking is confirmed only when you receive a confirmation email from us and payment has been processed.

Pricing

All prices are displayed in British Pounds (GBP) and include VAT where applicable. We reserve the right to change prices at any time, but changes will not affect confirmed bookings.

Payment

Full payment is required at the time of booking unless otherwise agreed. We accept major credit and debit cards and bank transfers.

5. Cancellation and Refund Policy

Cancellations by You

  • More than 7 days before course start: Full refund or transfer to another course
  • Within 7 days of course start: Credit towards a future course (valid for 12 months)
  • No-show: No refund available

Cancellations by Us

In the unlikely event that we need to cancel a course, you will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer to an alternative date at no additional cost.

Transfers

You may transfer your booking to another person at no charge, provided you notify us at least 48 hours before the course start date.

6. Course Attendance

Arrival

Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled course start time. Late arrivals may be unable to participate fully or may not be admitted.

Health and Safety

You must follow all health and safety instructions provided by our staff. This includes wearing appropriate footwear (closed-toe shoes), tying back long hair, and following food hygiene protocols.

Allergies and Dietary Requirements

You must inform us of any allergies, intolerances, or dietary requirements at the time of booking. While we will endeavour to accommodate your needs, we cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.

Conduct

We reserve the right to refuse service or remove any participant whose behaviour is disruptive, inappropriate, or poses a risk to themselves or others. No refund will be provided in such circumstances.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on our website, including text, images, graphics, logos, recipes, and course materials, is the property of glade-verse Culinary Academy and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without our express written permission.

Recipe cards and materials provided during courses are for personal use only and may not be used for commercial purposes.

8. Photography and Recording

We may take photographs or videos during courses for marketing and promotional purposes. By attending a course, you consent to being photographed or recorded. If you do not wish to be included, please inform us before the course begins.

You are welcome to take personal photographs during courses but may not record full sessions or use recordings for commercial purposes.

9. Liability

Our Liability

We take all reasonable precautions to ensure the safety of our participants. However, cooking involves inherent risks including burns, cuts, and exposure to allergens.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, glade-verse Culinary Academy shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services.

Your Responsibility

You participate in our courses at your own risk. You are responsible for following all safety instructions and using equipment properly. You must disclose any medical conditions that may affect your participation.

10. Website Use

You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use of the website.

You may not:

  • Use the website in any way that violates applicable laws
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems
  • Use automated tools to scrape or copy website content
  • Transmit any malicious code or harmful content

11. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these websites. Accessing linked websites is at your own risk.

12. Disclaimer

The information on our website is provided for general informational purposes only. While we strive to keep the information accurate and up to date, we make no representations or warranties about the completeness, accuracy, or suitability of the information.

13. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

14. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. Your continued use of our website and services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

glade-verse Culinary Academy
47 Culinary Lane
London, EC2A 4PQ
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]