DATE NIGHT : Chicken Scarpariello, Escarole & Beans and Lemon Ricotta Drop Donuts

In consideration of being permitted by The Babylon Mercantile, LLC to participate in a cooking class, I hereby waive, release and discharge any and all claims for damages or personal injury, death, or property damage which I may have or which may hereafter accrue as a result of my participation in said activity. This release is intended to discharge, in advance, The Babylon Mercantile, LLC, its officers, directors, members and managers and all other members of its cooking school staff, whether contracted or employed, from and against any and all liability arising out of or connected to in any way with any participation in said activity. I agree and understand that my participation is voluntary and I assume risks associated with the activity in which I will be participating. lf alcoholic beverages are consumed during an event, I understand that this may increase my risk of injury and agree not to operate a motor vehicle if I may be over the legal limit.

I hereby grant The Babylon Mercantile, LLC all rights and consent to copyright, use, re-use, publish or re-publish, copy, exhibit or distribute all photographs and/or video of myself to be used for The Babylon Mercantile’s website, social media and any educational, training or promotional electronic or printed material without restriction as to frequency or duration of usage and without compensation. FOOD ALLERGIES AND SENSITIVITIES: Please inform us of any food allergies or dietary restrictions at the time of booking. Due to the nature of some classes, we are unable to accommodate all dietary restrictions/preferences. Reactions due to food allergies and sensitivities are included as risks associated with culinary classes. If you have any questions regarding your food allergy/preference, please contact  contact@babylonmercantile.com (mailto:contact@babylonmercantile.com) or 631-818-1100 PRIOR to booking your class.

By purchasing this class, I acknowledge that I have carefully read this Hold Harmless Agreement, Waiver, and Release and fully understand its contents. I am aware that this is a release of liability and a contract between myself and The Babylon Mercantile, LLC and any staff member of cooking class whether contracted or employed.

We understand the importance of accommodating guests with food allergies and dietary restrictions. Here’s how we ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone:  

1. Notification in Advance: If you or someone in your group has a food allergy, please inform us at the time of booking or contact us as soon as possible. This allows our team to plan appropriately.  
2. Allergy Awareness: While we make every effort to accommodate dietary needs, please note that our kitchen and facility are not allergen-free environments. Ingredients such as nuts, dairy, gluten, shellfish, and other common allergens may be present.  

3. Ingredient Transparency: During the class, our chef will provide a detailed explanation of the ingredients used in each dish. If there are any concerns, please don’t hesitate to ask our team for clarification.  

4. Guest Responsibility: If you or a guest in your group has a severe allergy (e.g., life-threatening anaphylaxis), we strongly recommend bringing any necessary medications (e.g., EpiPen) and exercising caution when participating.  

5. Menu Flexibility: While we aim to provide alternative ingredients or substitutions when possible, please understand that certain menu items may not be modifiable based on the class theme and ingredients available.  Your safety and comfort are our top priority. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns ahead of your class

Cancellation Policy

We understand that plans change. Please review our cancellation policy before booking your experience at Babylon Mercantile.

Standard Cooking Classes

Cancellations made at least 24 hours before your scheduled class will receive a full store credit to use toward a future class or experience.

Store credit is issued as a one-time courtesy. Once a reservation has been canceled and store credit has been issued, any subsequent cancellation of the rescheduled or rebooked reservation will result in forfeiture of that credit, regardless of advance notice.

Cancellations made within 24 hours of the scheduled class start time are not eligible for refunds or store credit. If you're unable to attend, you're welcome to send someone in your place.

Bootcamps & Special Events

• 7 days or more before the event: Full store credit.
• Between 7 days and 24 hours before the event: 50% store credit.
• Within 24 hours of the event: No refunds or store credit.

Store credit may only be issued once. Any subsequent cancellation of a reservation booked using previously issued cancellation credit will result in forfeiture of that credit.

Late Arrival Policy

Our classes begin promptly at their scheduled start time to ensure the best possible experience for everyone.

We allow a 10-minute grace period for late arrivals. Guests arriving more than 10 minutes after the scheduled start time may be considered a no-show and will forfeit their reservation without refund or store credit.

Cancellations & Rescheduling

All cancellation and rescheduling requests must be made by calling us at 631-818-1100.

We do not accept cancellation or rescheduling requests via email or voicemail.

Illness

For the safety of our guests and staff, we ask that you stay home if you're feeling unwell.

Our standard cancellation policy applies to all cancellations, including those due to illness or COVID-19. Cancellations within 24 hours of a scheduled class are not eligible for refunds or store credit.

If you're unable to attend, please contact us as soon as possible to discuss available options. Accommodations are not guaranteed.

Weather & Unforeseen Circumstances

If Babylon Mercantile cancels a class due to inclement weather, power outages, or other unforeseen circumstances, guests will receive a full refund to their original payment method or, if preferred, store credit.

If a class proceeds as scheduled and you choose not to attend, our standard cancellation policy applies.

Additional Information

All store credits are nonrefundable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Reservations made using previously issued cancellation credit are final and are not eligible for additional cancellation credit.