Accessibility Statement for Spice Route Recipes

Spice Route Recipes is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all users.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 level AA, a set of guidelines developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with a wide array of disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines helps make the web more user-friendly for all people.

Measures to Support Accessibility

Spice Route Recipes takes the following measures to ensure accessibility:

Include accessibility throughout our internal policies.
Integrate accessibility into our development and design processes.
Provide ongoing accessibility training for our staff.
Regularly audit our website to ensure compliance with WCAG guidelines.

Specific Accessibility Features Implemented

We have implemented the following features to enhance the accessibility of our website:

Alternative Text: All images have descriptive alternative text to provide context for users who cannot see them. For example, an image of bobotie will have the alt text: "Bobotie, a traditional South African dish with spiced mince and a creamy topping".
Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be navigated using a keyboard, allowing users to access all content without a mouse.
Sufficient Color Contrast: We have ensured sufficient color contrast between text and background to improve readability for users with low vision.
Clear and Simple Language: We use clear and simple language to make our content easier to understand for everyone.
Resizable Text: Users can resize the text on our website without loss of content or functionality.
Form Labels and Instructions: All form fields have clear labels and instructions to assist users in completing forms.
Consistent Navigation: We maintain a consistent navigation structure throughout the website to help users easily find the information they need.
Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content logically, making it easier for assistive technologies to interpret.

Accessibility of Recipe Content

We understand that recipes can present unique accessibility challenges. To address these, we are implementing the following measures:

Structured Recipe Formats: Recipes are structured using clear headings and lists to make them easier to follow.
Step-by-Step Instructions: We provide step-by-step instructions with clear descriptions of each action.
Ingredient Lists: Ingredients are listed in a clear and organized manner, with measurements and quantities clearly specified.
Nutritional Information: Where possible, we provide nutritional information to assist users with dietary restrictions.

Third-Party Content

Our website may include content from third-party providers. While we strive to ensure that all content is accessible, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content. We encourage users to contact us if they encounter any accessibility issues with third-party content, and we will work with the provider to address the issue.

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, some limitations may exist. We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website, and we appreciate your patience and understanding.

Currently, some older videos may lack captions. We are working to add captions to all videos as quickly as possible.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Email: accessibility@spicerouterecipes.co.za

Phone: +27 10 033 8390

Address: 12 Huguenot Road, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690, South Africa

We try to respond to feedback within 5 business days.

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response, you can escalate your complaint to the South African Human Rights Commission.

Assessment Approach

Spice Route Recipes assesses the accessibility of its website using the following approaches:

Self-evaluation: We conduct regular self-evaluations of our website to identify and address accessibility issues.
External evaluation: We engage external accessibility consultants to conduct independent audits of our website.

Date of Statement

This statement was last updated on 14 June 2024.