Disclosure

Transparency matters to us as much as a well-tested recipe does. This page explains, in plain language, how Spoon and Simmer works behind the scenes — including how we handle sponsored content, affiliate links, gifted products, and the opinions we share in every post. If anything here feels unclear, reach out anytime at [email protected] and we will gladly explain further.

Why This Page Exists

Recipe sites like ours often rely on more than just readers to stay running — from ad revenue to affiliate partnerships and, occasionally, brand collaborations. We believe you deserve to know exactly how those relationships work, so you can trust every recommendation, from a favorite Dutch oven to a specific brand of gnocchi we use in our One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie. This disclosure works alongside our Editorial Policy and Affiliate Disclaimer to give you the full picture.

Editorial Independence

Every recipe, tip, and kitchen recommendation on this site is created because we genuinely believe it belongs here — not because a brand paid for placement. Our test kitchen decisions, like why a slow cooker beats a stovetop for a Sunday-worthy beef stew, are based on real cooking experience, not sponsorship deals. Sponsored content, when it does appear, is developed with the same care and standards as everything else, and it never overrides our honest judgment. You can learn more about who is behind these decisions on our About Us page.

Sponsored Content Labeling

Occasionally, we partner with food brands, kitchenware companies, or grocery products for sponsored posts or features. When this happens, we label the content clearly — usually at the top of the post — so there is no confusion about the nature of the partnership. Sponsored content is always written in our own voice, tested in our own kitchen, and only accepted when we believe the product genuinely fits our readers' needs.

Affiliate Relationships

Some links on Spoon and Simmer are affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them — at absolutely no extra cost to you. This might include links to a specific slow cooker used in our beef stew recipe, a favorite baking pan, or pantry staples we recommend often. These small commissions help us keep testing recipes, buying fresh ingredients, and keeping this site free and ad-supported for everyone. Full details on how these links work are outlined in our Affiliate Disclaimer.

What This Means for You

• Affiliate links never influence which recipes we publish or how we rate a product.
• We only recommend items we have personally used or would confidently use in our own kitchen.
• Prices for you remain exactly the same whether you use our link or shop directly.

Gifts, PR Samples, and Free Products

From time to time, brands send us complimentary products — cookware, ingredients, or kitchen gadgets — hoping we will feature them. Receiving a free item never guarantees a positive review or even a mention on the site. If a product does not perform well in real cooking conditions, we simply will not recommend it, gifted or not. When a featured product was provided free of charge, we disclose that clearly within the relevant post.

Honest Opinions, Always

Whether we are comparing creamy mac and cheese recipes or testing a new brand of chicken broth, our opinions are our own. We do not accept payment in exchange for guaranteed positive coverage, and we do not publish reviews we do not believe in. If a product, tool, or ingredient falls short, we will say so — respectfully, but honestly. This commitment to honesty is central to our broader Editorial Policy.

Advertising on This Site

Like most independent food blogs, we display advertising through third-party networks to help cover the cost of running Spoon and Simmer. These ads are managed by outside providers and are not personally selected by our team for individual posts. Ad placement does not affect which recipes we choose to publish or how we write about them.

Brand Collaborations

We occasionally work directly with brands on recipe development, sponsored posts, or product features. If you represent a brand interested in working with us, details on how these partnerships are structured can be found on our Collaboration page. All collaborations go through the same disclosure and quality standards described here.

Questions About This Disclosure

We want you to feel confident every time you visit Spoon and Simmer, whether you are here for a comforting bowl of stew or a new dessert to try this weekend. If you ever have questions about a specific post, a sponsored feature, or an affiliate link, please do not hesitate to reach out through our Contact page or email us directly at [email protected]. We are always happy to clarify how a particular piece of content came to be.

This Disclosure page may be updated occasionally to reflect new partnerships or changes in how we operate. We encourage you to revisit it from time to time, alongside our Privacy Policy, to stay informed about how Spoon and Simmer works.