Terms of Services
Effective Date: June 23, 2025
Last update December 29, 2025
1. About These Terms
1.1 Contractual Relationship
These Terms of Service (the “Terms”) form a legally binding agreement between you and Cuisine Mon Amour LLC, a limited liability company organized under the laws of the State of Washington, operating under the trade name Pâtisserie Mon Amour (“PMA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
These Terms govern
(a) your access to and use of www.patisseriemonamour.com (the “Site”) and
(b) your booking of, and participation in, any in person or online baking or pastry classes, workshops, demonstrations, masterclasses, or related services facilitated through the Site (collectively, the “Services”).
1.2 Acceptance at Checkout
By creating an account, booking a Service, or attending a Service, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by
• these Terms of Service
• the Waiver of Liability and Assumption of Risks
• the Privacy Policy
Acceptance occurs electronically by checking the required acceptance box during the online checkout process. Such acceptance constitutes a valid and binding electronic signature under the U.S. E SIGN Act.
If there is any conflict between these Terms and the Waiver, the Waiver shall prevail with respect to liability and risk allocation.
1.3 Updates
We may modify these Terms at any time. The revised version will be effective as of the updated “Effective Date.” Continued use of the Site or participation in a Service after that date constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
2. Definitions
Platform
The digital booking, scheduling, payment, and communication tools operated under the Pâtisserie Mon Amour brand.
Services
Classes, workshops, masterclasses, demonstrations, one on one sessions, and related content made available through the Platform.
Instructor
An independent contractor who provides Services through the Platform. Instructors are not employees, agents, or representatives of PMA.
Participant
Any individual who books or attends a Service.
User
Any Participant or Instructor using the Platform.
Content
Recipes, videos, photographs, recordings, text, graphics, class materials, reviews, and other materials made available through the Site or created during a Service.
3. Eligibility, Accounts, and Acceptable Use
3.1 Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to create an account or book a Service.
Minors may participate only under the supervision and responsibility of a parent or legal guardian, who must accept these Terms and the Waiver on the minor’s behalf.
3.2 Account Responsibility
You agree to provide accurate and complete information, keep your login credentials confidential, and accept responsibility for all activity conducted under your account.
3.3 Acceptable Use
You agree not to
• use automated scraping, bots, or data collection tools without prior written consent
• transmit malware, viruses, or harmful code
• upload unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or infringing content
• interfere with the Site’s operation or security
• attempt unauthorized access
• use the Site for fraudulent or illegal purposes
3.4 Enforcement
We may suspend or terminate your account or access to the Site without notice if you violate these Terms or applicable law.
4. Nature of the Platform
PMA Is an Intermediary Only
4.1 Facilitator Role
PMA operates solely as a technology and booking platform facilitating connections between Participants and independent Instructors.
4.2 Instructor Independence
Instructors operate independently, determine their own curricula and methods, and are solely responsible for the content, quality, safety, and delivery of their Services.
4.3 No Control or Supervision
PMA does not supervise, direct, or control Instructors and is not responsible for their acts or omissions.
5. Intellectual Property and User Generated Content
5.1 PMA Content
All PMA provided Content is owned by PMA or its licensors and protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
5.2 Limited License
You are granted a limited, non exclusive, non transferable license to use PMA Content for personal, non commercial purposes only.
5.3 Restrictions
You may not reproduce, distribute, resell, publish, or claim ownership of any Content without prior written consent.
5.4 User Submissions
If you submit reviews, photos, comments, or other content, you grant PMA a worldwide, perpetual, royalty free license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute such content for business and marketing purposes. You represent that you have the rights to submit such content.
5.5 Third Party Links
The Site may contain links to third party websites. PMA is not responsible for their content or practices.
6. Participant Responsibilities
6.1 Dietary Restrictions
You must notify PMA of any allergies, intolerances, or dietary restrictions before booking by contacting contact@patisseriemonamour.com.
Ingredients cannot be modified after booking.
6.2 Equipment and Ingredients
You are responsible for having the required equipment and ingredients. PMA is not liable for failures due to missing or faulty equipment.
6.3 Minors and Guests
You are responsible for the safety and conduct of any minor or guest present during a Service.
6.4 Safe Environment
For online Services, you are responsible for maintaining a safe and hygienic workspace.
7. Safety and Assumption of Risk
Participation in culinary activities involves inherent risks, including burns, cuts, and equipment related injuries.
You voluntarily assume all such risks as further detailed in the Waiver.
Failure to follow safety instructions may result in removal without refund.
8. Waiver of Liability
Priority Document
Participation in any Service is subject to acceptance of the Waiver of Liability and Assumption of Risks, which forms an integral part of these Terms.
In case of conflict, the Waiver controls.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless PMA, Cuisine Mon Amour LLC, its Instructors, affiliates, and venues from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from
• your breach of these Terms or the Waiver
• your conduct during a Service
• injury or damage caused by you or third parties at your location
10. Booking, Cancellation, and Refund Policy
All bookings are final and non refundable unless expressly stated otherwise in writing.
Late arrivals exceeding 15 minutes are considered no shows and are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling.
11. Service Operations and Conduct
PMA may substitute an Instructor or reschedule a Service if necessary.
PMA is not responsible for venue conditions, third party kitchens, or participant connectivity issues.
Disruptive or unsafe behavior may result in removal without refund.
Some Services may be recorded. By participating, you consent to such recordings.
12. Ingredients and Supplies
Ingredient lists are provided in advance.
Instructors may make reasonable substitutions for availability reasons.
You are responsible for your own kitchen tools and equipment.
13. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law
• PMA’s total liability is limited to the amount paid for the applicable Service
• PMA is not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
Nothing limits liability for gross negligence or intentional misconduct.
14. Governing Law and Venue
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to conflict of laws principles.
Any dispute not subject to mandatory arbitration shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Washington.
15. Arbitration and Class Action Waiver
Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the AAA under its Consumer Arbitration Rules.
Arbitration shall take place in Seattle, Washington, or remotely.
You waive any right to participate in class actions or representative proceedings.
The Federal Arbitration Act governs this section.
16. Entire Agreement and Severability
These Terms, the Waiver, and the Privacy Policy constitute the entire agreement between you and PMA.
If any provision is held unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.
17. Contact
Questions or legal notices may be sent to
contact@patisseriemonamour.com