Disclaimer – NessyRecipes.com

Effective Date: October 24, 2025
Last Updated: October 24, 2025

The Real Talk About What This Site Is (And Isn’t)

Look, I love sharing recipes and cooking tips with you. But I need to be crystal clear about what I can and can’t promise, both for legal reasons and because I genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.

General Information Purpose

Everything on NessyRecipes.com is for informational and entertainment purposes only.

This means:

  • I’m sharing what works in MY kitchen, with MY equipment, with MY ingredients
  • Your results may be completely different
  • I’m not providing professional advice in ANY capacity
  • This isn’t a substitute for professional consultation

What this site IS:

  • A home cook sharing tested recipes and personal experience
  • Comfort food ideas and cooking inspiration
  • My genuine recommendations based on what I actually use and love
  • A community space for recipe discussions

What this site is NOT:

  • Professional nutritional, medical, or dietary advice
  • A replacement for your doctor, dietitian, or allergist
  • A guarantee that any recipe will work perfectly for you
  • Professional culinary instruction or certification

Food & Recipe-Specific Disclaimers

Not a nutritionist or dietitian:
I have ZERO professional nutrition credentials. I’m a home cook who loves comfort food. Any nutritional information provided is:

  • Estimated using online calculators
  • Based on specific brands I used
  • Potentially inaccurate or incomplete
  • NOT a substitute for professional dietary advice

If you have dietary restrictions or health conditions:

  • Consult your healthcare provider or registered dietitian
  • Verify all ingredients yourself for allergens
  • Don’t rely on my word alone for health claims
  • Use your own judgment about what’s safe for you

Food allergies – THIS IS CRITICAL:

I cook in a home kitchen where:

  • Multiple allergens are present (dairy, nuts, gluten, eggs, etc.)
  • Cross-contamination is possible
  • I cannot guarantee allergen-free recipes

If you have food allergies:

  • Read every ingredient label yourself
  • Verify all products are safe for your specific allergies
  • Understand cross-contamination risks
  • Consult your allergist before trying new foods
  • NEVER rely solely on my assessment of what’s “safe”

I cannot and will not:

  • Guarantee any recipe is safe for your allergies
  • Be held responsible for allergic reactions
  • Make medical claims about ingredients
  • Provide advice about managing allergies

Food safety warnings:

Cooking involves inherent risks:

  • Burns and cuts – Use caution with hot surfaces, sharp knives, boiling liquids
  • Foodborne illness – Follow safe food handling practices, cook to proper temperatures
  • Fire hazards – Never leave cooking unattended, know how to use your equipment
  • Equipment dangers – Read appliance manuals, use appropriate tools

I’m not responsible for:

  • Injuries sustained while following my recipes
  • Foodborne illnesses from improper handling or storage
  • Kitchen accidents or equipment malfunctions
  • Property damage related to cooking

Cook safely:

  • Follow USDA food safety guidelines
  • Use a meat thermometer for proteins
  • Wash hands and surfaces frequently
  • Refrigerate perishables within 2 hours
  • When in doubt, throw it out

No Professional Relationship Created

Reading this blog does NOT create a professional relationship between us.

Specifically:

  • No chef-client relationship
  • No nutritionist-client relationship
  • No advisor-advisee relationship
  • No professional duty of care

Our relationship is:

  • Casual and informal
  • Based on shared interest in comfort food
  • Without professional obligations on my part
  • At-will and can be ended by either of us anytime

If you need professional help:

  • Nutrition/diet concerns → Registered dietitian
  • Medical issues → Your doctor or healthcare provider
  • Food allergies → Board-certified allergist
  • Eating disorders → Licensed mental health professional
  • Professional cooking → Culinary school or certified chef

Results Not Guaranteed

I test every recipe multiple times, but I CANNOT guarantee:

  • You’ll get the same results I did
  • The recipe will turn out perfectly
  • You’ll like the taste or texture
  • It will work with substitutions
  • It will be safe for your specific dietary needs

Variables that affect results:

  • Ingredients – Brand, quality, freshness vary widely
  • Equipment – Every oven, pan, and stovetop is different
  • Technique – Skill levels and experience differ
  • Environment – Altitude, humidity, temperature affect cooking
  • Personal taste – What I find delicious, you might not

If a recipe doesn’t work:

  • Check you followed instructions accurately
  • Consider ingredient or equipment differences
  • Adjust for your kitchen’s specific quirks
  • Email me for troubleshooting (I genuinely want to help)
  • Accept that sometimes recipes just fail (even for me)

I’m not liable for:

  • Recipes that don’t turn out as expected
  • Wasted ingredients or time
  • Disappointment or frustration
  • Special occasions ruined by recipe failures
  • Any damages related to cooking attempts

Affiliate & Advertising Disclaimers

Financial relationships affect my recommendations – here’s how:

Affiliate commissions:
I earn small commissions when you purchase through some links. This:

  • Doesn’t cost you anything extra
  • Helps keep this site running and free
  • DOES influence which products I choose to link to
  • Does NOT change my honest opinions

I only recommend:

  • Products I actually own and use
  • Brands I genuinely like
  • Items I’d suggest even without affiliate programs

I won’t recommend:

  • Products I haven’t tried personally
  • Items I don’t believe are good quality
  • Anything just because the commission is higher

Sponsored content:
Occasionally brands pay me to feature their products. When they do:

  • It’s ALWAYS disclosed at the top of the post
  • I still maintain editorial control
  • I only partner with brands I genuinely like
  • My opinions remain honest

But understand:

  • Financial incentives do create bias (I’m human)
  • I may feature sponsored products more than others
  • I can’t be 100% objective when money’s involved
  • You should do your own research before buying anything

External Links & Third-Party Content

My site links to other websites. Important disclaimers:

I’m not responsible for:

  • Content on external sites
  • Accuracy of information on linked sites
  • Privacy practices of other websites
  • Products or services offered by third parties
  • Changes to external sites after I linked to them

Links don’t mean:

  • I endorse everything on that site
  • I’ve verified all their information
  • I agree with all their views
  • I guarantee their quality or safety

When you click external links:

  • You leave NessyRecipes.com
  • Their terms and policies apply
  • You proceed at your own risk
  • I’m not involved in any transactions

If an external link is broken or problematic:
Please let me know at [email protected]

Content Accuracy & Updates

I try my best to provide accurate information, but:

No warranties:

  • Information may contain errors or inaccuracies
  • Content may become outdated
  • I’m not liable for mistakes or omissions
  • You use all information at your own risk

When I discover errors:

  • I fix them as soon as possible
  • I note updates with dates at top of posts
  • I don’t always notify about minor corrections
  • I appreciate when readers point out mistakes

Recipe testing:

  • All recipes are tested multiple times in my kitchen
  • Tests use standard home equipment
  • I can’t test every possible variation
  • Different conditions may yield different results

Outdated content:

  • Older posts may not reflect my current methods
  • Techniques evolve as I learn more
  • I update popular recipes periodically
  • I can’t guarantee all archived content is current

Product Recommendations & Reviews

When I recommend products:

My honest opinion, but:

  • Based on my personal experience only
  • May not work the same for you
  • Influenced by affiliate relationships
  • Not comprehensive market research

I don’t:

  • Test products scientifically
  • Compare every available option
  • Guarantee products will meet your needs
  • Warranty products I recommend

Before purchasing anything I recommend:

  • Read reviews from multiple sources
  • Check if it fits your specific needs
  • Verify it works with your equipment
  • Understand return/warranty policies

Health & Wellness Disclaimers

This is crucial – please take seriously:

NOT medical advice:

  • I’m not a doctor, nutritionist, or healthcare provider
  • Don’t use my recipes to treat medical conditions
  • Don’t make major dietary changes without professional guidance
  • Always consult healthcare providers for health concerns

Specific health warnings:

Weight loss/gain:
Any weight-related comments are personal observations only. What works for me may not work (or be healthy) for you.

Chronic conditions:
If you have diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, or other conditions requiring dietary management, work with your medical team, not me.

Mental health:
If you struggle with eating disorders or disordered eating, please work with mental health professionals. Some recipe content might be triggering.

Pregnancy/breastfeeding:
Consult your doctor about dietary restrictions and food safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Children:
Recipes aren’t specifically designed for children unless stated. Supervise children in the kitchen and adapt recipes as needed.

Supplements:
I rarely discuss supplements, but if I do, that’s NOT medical advice. Consult your doctor before taking any supplements.

User-Generated Content Disclaimer

Comments and community contributions:

I’m not responsible for:

  • Accuracy of user comments or advice
  • Safety of recipes or tips shared by others
  • Opinions expressed in comments
  • Links posted by commenters

User content represents:

  • Only the commenter’s personal views
  • Not verified or endorsed by me (unless I explicitly say so)
  • Information I don’t control

Use caution with:

  • Recipe modifications suggested by others
  • Advice from non-professionals in comments
  • Unverified tips or claims

Assumption of Risk

By using NessyRecipes.com, you acknowledge and accept:

  • Cooking involves inherent risks
  • Following recipes is done at your own risk
  • You’re responsible for your own safety
  • You’re responsible for verifying information
  • I’m not liable for injuries, illnesses, or damages
  • Results may vary significantly from mine
  • Professional advice should be sought when needed

You agree to:

  • Use common sense and caution
  • Take responsibility for your own safety
  • Not hold me liable for negative outcomes
  • Understand limitations of home cook advice

No Warranties

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

  • All content is provided “AS IS”
  • Without warranties of any kind, express or implied
  • I don’t warrant accuracy, completeness, or usefulness
  • I don’t guarantee results or outcomes
  • Technical aspects may have errors or interruptions

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

I (Nessy Chiamo) and Nessy Recipes are NOT liable for:

  • Any injuries, illnesses, or health issues
  • Property damage related to cooking
  • Allergic reactions or food sensitivities
  • Failed recipes or wasted ingredients
  • Any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Lost time, money, or opportunities
  • Emotional distress or disappointment

This applies even if:

  • I was informed of possibility of such damages
  • Advice or information was incorrect
  • Recipes didn’t work as described

Your sole remedy:

  • Stop using the website
  • Seek professional help for your specific needs

Changes to This Disclaimer

I may update this disclaimer periodically.

When updated:

  • “Last Updated” date changes at top
  • Continued use means acceptance of changes
  • Major changes may be announced via newsletter

Questions or Concerns?

If anything in this disclaimer worries you or seems unclear:
Email: [email protected]

For general questions:
Email: [email protected]

Mailing address:
Nessy Chiamo
Nessy Recipes
New York, NY