Hello and welcome to FoodieCreator.com. I’m Livia Yarra, a home cook from Asheville, North Carolina, and the heart and voice behind this site. My kitchen is where stories, flavors, and memories come together — and sharing them with you is a joy.
But running a food blog isn’t just about recipes. It also involves costs — web hosting, photography, ingredients, and hours spent testing and writing. To help keep this site sustainable, I sometimes use affiliate links, brand collaborations, and advertising. This Disclosure Page explains how that works, so you can trust that everything I share remains authentic, honest, and true to my voice.
Affiliate Links
Some of the links you’ll find on FoodieCreator.com are affiliate links. This means if you click through and purchase a product, I may earn a small commission, but you won’t pay anything extra.
- These commissions help cover the costs of running the site (like hosting and photography).
- I only recommend products I actually use, love, or would confidently suggest to a friend.
- If a recipe uses a tool — maybe the cast iron skillet I rely on for cornbread or the stand mixer that’s survived countless cookie batches — you might see an affiliate link pointing to where you can buy it.
Sponsored Content
From time to time, I may work directly with companies or brands on sponsored posts. If I do, here’s my promise:
- Sponsored content will always be clearly labeled so you know when I’ve been compensated.
- I only accept partnerships with brands that align with my values, my kitchen style, and the kind of content I know will help my readers.
- For example, if I share a sponsored post on a new Appalachian ingredient, it’s because I truly think it belongs in your pantry — not just because it came with a paycheck.
Product Reviews & Recommendations
Every product or brand I mention has to pass my personal test: Would I share this with my own family?
- Some items I feature I purchase myself. Others may be gifted to me for review.
- If something has been given to me at no cost, I will always disclose it within the post.
- Reviews remain honest — if a product doesn’t measure up, you’ll hear that from me too.
Honesty, Integrity, and Trust
This site was built on stories, recipes, and connection. I believe food is personal — and so is trust.
- No amount of sponsorship or affiliate income will ever influence what I write, cook, or recommend.
- If I share something with you, it’s because I believe it has value and deserves a spot at your table.
- I want this blog to feel like a friend’s kitchen — welcoming, open, and honest.
Why This Disclosure Exists
Transparency matters — not only because the law requires it (per FTC guidelines), but because you deserve to know exactly how this site operates.
Just like a recipe that lists every ingredient up front, this page lists the “ingredients” of how FoodieCreator.com earns money. Nothing hidden, nothing mysterious.
Contact
If you ever have questions about partnerships, affiliate links, or how this site earns money, please don’t hesitate to reach out:
📧 hello@foodiecreator.com
🏡 Asheville, North Carolina
With warmth and honesty,
Livia Yarra