CALifornia- New York Compliance

California & New York City Food & Beverage Compliance Notice

Last Updated: December 06, 2025

Applies to: Reverence Provisions, SubCulture Dining, ChefRJackson, and all associated culinary brands and e-commerce properties.

1. Product Disclosure & Ingredient Transparency

All packaged food items sold by Reverence Provisions comply with applicable U.S. FDA labeling requirements under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA).

  • Ingredient lists, allergens, and handling information are disclosed on product packaging and/or product pages.

  • Common allergens (including but not limited to soy, wheat, eggs, fish, shellfish, milk, peanuts, and tree nuts) are clearly identified when present.

  • Some ferment, vinegar, miso, koji, and hot sauce products may contain traces of soy, sesame, wheat, and naturally occurring glutamates.

If you have any food allergies or sensitivity concerns, please email:

📧 support@subculturedining.com

2. Cottage Food & Manufacturing Compliance (CA)

Products sold online and shipped within California are produced by registered food producers operating under:

  • California Department of Public Health (CDPH) compliance

  • California Cottage Food Operation (CFO) guidelines where applicable, or

  • A commercial kitchen permitted by a local California Environmental Health Department

We maintain required documentation, commercial kitchen permits, and food safety certifications for all ferment and value-added products.

3. New York City Food Safety & Approved Facility Requirements

For production, warehousing, and packaging occurring within New York City:

  • Goods are prepared in a facility operating under applicable NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene regulations.

  • All kitchen environments meet standards for cold storage, cleaning protocol, and food handling safety.

  • Packaging is handled in compliance with NYC food manufacturing and small-batch processing requirements, including proper labeling and batch control.

4. Shelf-Stable & Perishable Goods

Most Reverence Provisions products are shelf-stable and may include:

  • Ferments

  • Hot sauces

  • Koji products

  • Seasonings

  • Spices

  • Jams and value-added preserved foods

Some products may require refrigeration after opening, as stated on packaging.

We do not ship raw or temperature-controlled goods at this time.

5. No Medical Claims / Consumption Notice

Our products are manufactured as food items only.

We do not offer medical, nutritional, or health guarantees regarding:

  • Probiotics

  • Enzymes

  • Fermentation benefits

  • Digestive impacts

  • Allergen elimination

Any statements made regarding food, ferments, or culinary use have not been evaluated by the FDA.

6. Alcohol Content & Fermented Goods

Some ferments may undergo natural fermentation but contain 0% to trace amounts of alcohol as part of the fermenting process.

Products sold do not exceed 0.5% alcohol, and therefore qualify as non-alcoholic under federal beverage regulations.

7. Approved for Online Sales & Interstate Shipping

Food products sold and fulfilled through this website comply with:

  • U.S. interstate food shipment regulations

  • USPS / UPS / Shippo guidelines for non-hazardous, shelf-stable food goods

  • FDA labeling & package safety requirements

8. Consumer & Retailer Responsibility

By purchasing products through this website or via Meta Shops (Facebook / Instagram):

  • You acknowledge you have reviewed ingredient and allergen information prior to purchase.

  • You agree to store products according to provided packaging instructions.

  • We are not liable for product misuse, improper storage, or cross-contamination after delivery.

If you are reselling our products:

  • You may not relabel, repackage, or remove regulatory disclosures.

9. Questions & Regulatory Contact

We maintain current documentation regarding:

  • Food preparation facilities

  • Batch records

  • Ingredient sourcing

  • Labeling and permit compliance

For compliance requests, retail partnership inquiries, or formal documentation:

📧 legal@subculturedining.com

📧 support@subculturedining.com

10. Jurisdiction

These requirements meet minimum commercial standards for food and beverage distribution applicable in:

  • The State of California

  • The City of New York

  • U.S. federal food commerce regulations (FDA)

If state or municipal rules differ from federal guidelines, local rules apply by default.