Editorial Standards
Our Purpose:
I started Big Green House to share recipes I actually make at home, written honestly and without filler. My goal is to publish food content that is useful in your kitchen and grounded in the values of honesty, transparency, and accountability.
Commitment to Accuracy and Fairness:
Every recipe on this site is tested in my own kitchen before it gets published. When I cite information from another source, I link to it, and when I share an opinion on a tool, technique, or product, I say so clearly so you can weigh it against your own experience.
Independence and Ethical Conduct:
I avoid conflicts of interest that could undermine your trust in what I publish. I do not accept gifts, favors, or payments in exchange for coverage. If you buy something through an affiliate link on the site, I may earn a commission, but that never decides what I cover or how I write about it.
Transparency:
I try to be upfront about where my information and recipes come from, and I correct errors as soon as I find them. If a post is sponsored or includes paid placement, it is clearly labeled at the top so there is no confusion.
Respect for Privacy and Sensitivity:
I take care with the personal details I share about my family and home, and I approach sensitive subjects, including the cultural origins of dishes, dietary needs, and food access, with respect and without sensationalism.
Editorial Integrity and Process:
Editorial and advertising are kept clearly separate on this site. Every recipe and article is something I have made, tested, or researched myself before publishing, and I revisit older posts to update them when methods improve or facts change.
Engaging with Our Community:
I read the comments and emails I get from readers, and I do my best to respond to questions, corrections, and suggestions. I moderate comments to keep the conversation respectful for everyone cooking along.
Diversity and Inclusivity:
Food is shaped by culture, geography, and family, and I try to reflect that in what I publish. I aim to credit cuisines and techniques to the people and places they come from, and to write in a way that respects rather than flattens those origins.
Responsible Social Media Use:
On social media I share recipes, cooking notes, and glimpses of what is going on in my kitchen. I keep personal and professional use separate, and I do not share unverified information or pass along rumors as fact.
Legal Compliance:
I publish in line with applicable copyright, disclosure, and consumer-protection rules. When something falls outside my knowledge, I consult someone qualified before posting it.
Policy Review and Updates:
I revisit this policy regularly as my work evolves and as standards change in food publishing.
Acknowledgment:
This is the standard I hold my own work to. If I ever fall short of it, I want to hear about it, and I will correct what I can.