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Newport Brass 3-2457/24S Satin Gold (PVD) Sutton Deck Mounted Roman Tub Faucet Trim with Metal Lever Handles and Diverter - Includes Personal Hand Shower
Technical Specs
Specification Sheet | |
Installation Sheet | |
Exploded Parts | |
ADA | Yes |
ANSI Approved | Yes |
ASME Approved | Yes |
ASME Code | A112.18.1 |
Approved for Commercial Use | No |
CSA Approved | Yes |
CSA Code | B125.1 |
Connection Size | .5, .75 |
Diverter Included | Yes |
Diverter Location | Deck Mounted |
Drain Assembly Included | No |
Faucet Centers | 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 |
Faucet Hole Size | 1.25 |
Faucet Holes | 5 |
Faucet Type | Bathtub Faucet |
Handle Height | 3.31 |
Handle Material | Metal |
Handle Style | Lever |
Handles Included | Yes |
Handshower | Single Function |
Handshower Flow Rate | 1.5 |
Handshower Included | Yes |
Height | 6.94 |
Hose Included | Yes |
Hose Length | 59 |
Installation Type | Deck Mounted |
Material | Brass |
Max Deck Thickness | 1.69 |
Mounting Type | Widespread |
Number Of Handles | 3 |
Pause Control | No |
Spout Height | 3.44 |
Spout Reach | 7.375 |
Spray Pattern | Full |
Spray Settings | 1 |
Theme | Traditional |
UPC Approved | Yes |
Valve Included | No |
WaterSense Certified | Yes |
This product has additional required/recommended options. To configure, add to your cart.
Rough In Valve Required
Product Features:
- Solid brass construction of faucet body and handles ensures reliability
- Covered under Newport Brass's limited lifetime warranty for finish (does not apply to "living" finishes 03N or 08W) and 10 year warranty for functionality
- Industry leading lacquer finishing process - finishes will resist corrosion and tarnishing through everyday use
- Includes hand shower with poly-braided hose - handy for spraying down the tub or just rinsing off after a bath
- Laminar flow spout provides a clear, luxurious water flow
- Features a patented, drip-free ceramic valve and O-ring deck sealed handles for clean countertops and easy installation
- Deck mount installation - faucet mounts directly to the tub fixture
- Dual handles operate with 1/4 turn
- 3 handle(s) included with the faucet - 2 handles control faucet, 1 handle controls water transfer
- Rough-in valve is not included with this model (when adding to cart, valve options will be offered)
- ADA compliant
- WaterSense Certified product
Product Specifications:
- Overall Height: 6-15/16" (measured from mounting deck to highest part of faucet)
- Spout Height: 3-7/16" (measured from mounting deck to spout outlet)
- Spout Reach: 7-3/8" (measured from center of faucet base to spout outlet)
- Hand Shower Flow Rate: 1.5 GPM (gallons per minute)
- Tub Spout Flow Rate: Unrestricted
- Hose Length: 59"
- Maximum Deck Thickness: 1-11/16" (cannot mount on thicker decks without use of extension kit)
- 5 holes required for faucet installation
- Faucet Centers: 8" - 20" (center-to-center distance between handle installation holes)
- All hardware required for faucet installation is included
About Newport Brass:
Since 1989, Newport Brass has developed, designed and delivered classically constructed, versatile suites of timeless kitchen, bath, and shower products for the discerning customer. With 20 years of commitment to well-engineered, solid brass designs and an undisputed reputation for performance and durability, Newport Brass continues to handcraft the finest fixtures with strict testing and quality assurance measures.
Additional Newport Brass Links
- View Manufacturer Warranty
- Shop All Newport Brass Products
- Shop All Newport Brass Sutton Collection Products
Our SKU: 3-2457
This product is listed under the following manufacturer number(s):
- Antique Brass
3-2457/06 - Antique Copper
3-2457/08A - Antique Nickel
3-2457/15A - Biscuit
3-2457/65 - English Bronze
3-2457/07 - Flat Black
3-2457/56 - Forever Brass (PVD)
3-2457/01 - French Gold (PVD)
3-2457/24A - Gloss Black
3-2457/54 - Gun Metal
3-2457/14 - Matte White
3-2457/52 - Oil Rubbed Bronze
3-2457/10B - Oil Rubbed Bronze (Hand Relieved)
3-2457/ORB - Polished Chrome
3-2457/26 - Polished Copper
3-2457/08 - Polished Gold (PVD)
3-2457/24 - Polished Nickel
3-2457/15 - Satin Brass (PVD)
3-2457/04 - Satin Bronze (PVD)
3-2457/10 - Satin Gold (PVD)
3-2457/24S - Satin Nickel
3-2457/15S - Stainless Steel (PVD)
3-2457/20 - Uncoated Polished Brass (Living)
3-2457/03N - Venetian Bronze
3-2457/VB - Weathered Brass (Living)
3-2457/03W - Weathered Copper (Living)
3-2457/08W - White
*Denotes a finish or option that has been discontinued
Newport Brass
Newport Brass Sutton Collection
Other Products In The Newport Brass Sutton Collection
Newport Brass 35-13
Double Robe Hook from the Sutton Collection$65.80-$91.70
Newport Brass 35-09
Aylesbury Solid Brass Towel Ring$75.60-$106.40(1)
Newport Brass 35-02
24" Aylesbury Solid Brass Towel Bar$114.80-$160.30
Newport Brass 35-05
24" Aylesbury Solid Brass Double Towel Bar$202.30-$282.80
Newport Brass 35-27
Aylesbury Single Post Tissue Holder$76.30-$107.10
Warranty Info
Brasstech, Inc. warrants to the original consumer residential purchaser ("Original Purchaser") that if a product in its; Newport Brass®, Brasstech®, motiv®, Newport 365 or GINGER® lines of products ("Product") is confirmed upon inspection to be defective in materials or workmanship during the warranty periods described below, Brasstech, Inc. will, at its option, either repair or replace the Product with a similar current model of the Product. If repair or replacement is not commercially practical or cannot be made in a timely manner, then Brasstech, Inc. will provide a refund for the Product.
Warranty Periods and Coverage Product Finishes- PVD and Polished Chrome (26) finishes on Products other than Drains and Shower rods are warranted as long as the Original Purchaser owns their home.
- "Living" finishes have no warranty*. These include 03N & 08W.
- Shower rods, porcelain parts and glass parts have no finish warranty.
- Mirror products will be warranted from desilvering for two (2) years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser as long as desilvering is not due to chemical contact. See maintenance section for proper cleaning instructions.
- All other finishes are warranted for ten (10) years from date of purchase by the Original Purchaser.
- Polished Chrome (26) and PVD finishes on kitchen, bath or lavatory drains including drain baskets and components are warranted for one (1) year from date of purchase by the Original Purchaser.
- All other Drain finishes have no warranty.
- All Product parts except valves are warranted for ten (10) years from date of purchase by the Original Purchaser.
- Ceramic disc valves for the lavatory faucet, tub/ shower and roman tub are warranted for as long as the Original Purchaser owns the home.
- All other valves (balance pressure, thermostatic, etc.) are warranted for one (1) year from date of purchase by the Original Purchaser.
- Lights have no functional warranty. Soap / Lotion pump mechanisms are warranted for one (1) year from date of purchase by the Original Purchaser. Shower rods, porcelain parts and glass parts have no functional warranty.
- Hot water tanks are warranted for one (1) year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
- This Warranty does not cover labor charges or associated costs for, or damages occurring during the removal, transportation, return or installation of Products or replacement Products.
- This Warranty does not cover damage or defects due to normal wear and tear, misuse, abuse, hard water, improper storage, improper handling, improper maintenance**, improper installation*** or uses other than normal household usage****.
- This warranty is non-transferable.
- Products sold to customers for use as display items are not meant for resale and are not covered under any functional or finish warranty.
In no event will Brasstech, Inc. be liable for incidental or consequential damages (such as labor charges), whether based on breach of express or implied warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict liability or any other legal theory. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so, the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to the duration of this written warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty may last, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Warranty ServiceTo obtain service under this Warranty, please contact your Product dealer. If you are unable to locate your dealer, please call 949-417-5207 or access the Brasstech, Inc. website at www.brasstech.com. Proof of purchase, such as the original receipt, is required for the dealer to issue credit to the consumer. The dealer must be an authorized dealer and the product must be purchased in the original manufacturer's packaging (display items excluded).
State RemediesThis Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
Product CareSimple care is all that is needed in maintaining this product. Abrasive cleansers, detergents and silver or brass polish may result in damage to the finish and therefore should not be used. To clean, simply wipe with a soft, water dampened cloth. GINGER® hand, deck and wall shower sprays feature easy-cleaning jets. The jets should be cleaned periodically by rubbing your thumb or a damp cloth across the jets to loosen mineral deposits. Run the shower spray briefly to purge the loosened deposits.
* Uncoated and Living FinishesUncoated and Living finishes such as Polished Brass Uncoated (03N) and living finishes such as Weathered Copper (08W), do naturally weather and change color over time. Living and uncoated finishes are not warranted.
** MaintenanceProper maintenance is required to preserve all finishes. Do not use any abrasive cleaners, alcohol, ammonia, detergents, or brass or silver polish on the Products. For complete care requirements and recommendations, please visit our website at www.brasstech.com.
*** Proper InstallationProducts must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions supplied with the Products. For example, pipes must be flushed before faucet installations, because solder and other debris may damage ceramic discs. You may also call 949-417-5207 for copies of the installation instructions. Many of our installation instructions are also available on our website, www.brasstech.com.
**** Commercial PurchasersBrasstech, Inc. extends the above limited warranty to purchasers of Products for industrial, commercial and business use upon the same terms and conditions and exclusions applicable to residential purchasers, except that the finish and functionality warranty periods are reduced to a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. ADDITIONALLY, with respect to commercial purchasers, all implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are excluded and disclaimed.

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COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA -- After AT&T finally p*ssed me off for the last time I decided it was time to change providers. I called Time Warner Cable the first of August and asked about how much basic TV and Roadrunner turbo it cost me, the woman over the phone told me it would cost me $72.66 a month. The woman took my personal information street address, social security number, that kind of stuff and, told me how would I like to pay for that over the phone or in person. I told her I would like to do it in person so I can pick up the equipment, she said no problem. After that it was about 12 o'clock we both hung up and I went out to eat with family.
It was 2:58 when I get up front at Time Warner Cable to talk to a person about getting the service and everything. The woman over the counter said that she saw everything was set up and all I would have to do is pay my first month for the service in advance and a deposit. I told her I talked to a woman over the phone and she said nothing about the deposit. The woman over the counter replied with they couldn't check my credit because I have none and that there would be a $50 deposit up front with the first service in advance, so the $72 became $123 before they would establish my service.
I paid it and she gave me the modem for the internet. Now that's when I asked her when would it be turned on and she replied later on today if not Friday. She said for more accurate time description I would need to call the 1866 number and ask for more details. I got home and hooked up the internet modem and hooked up all my TVs and nothing was working. I called Time Warner Cable and they told me that there's a service appointment set up for Friday at 5 o'clock. I told the man over the phone thank you and have a good day. He told me the same and then we hung up.
I was home all day Friday and no one came out to my house. I called Time Warner back and I was told that there was no appointment for Friday that I would have to schedule one for Monday. I said okay now I got to go all weekend without any service, what a drag. I setup a service appointment for Monday and the woman over the phone to be an all day thing from 7 a.m. till 10 p.m. And that the service technician could drop by anytime in between those two times, I said wow very accurate timing. Everything was set so we part our goodbyes and we hung up.
Was home all day Monday again no one came out to my house, shocking. I called Time Warner right before the calling center closed they told me I was still within the appointment time and can a rudely asked me not to call until tomorrow. I called Time Warner Cable Tuesday and they tell me the service appointment was set up for 11 to 12 that Tuesday, and they told me that no service appointment existed for Monday. I was just flat-out confused.
Around 11 o'clock there is a white Ford F 150 parked beside the utility pole across the street from my house at the neighbor's house. The truck had bags of potting soil in the back and a trailer attached with a large ladder in the trailer. He climbs the pole messed around with something for about 15 minutes got his ladder put it up and then left. My service still wasn't working.
Wednesday nothing else happened. The pole for the cable is in my backyard and no one touched it and my service still wasn't working so I called Time Warner back. The woman over the phone didn't tell me that could have been the cable man to hook up the service but she said that she didn't know for sure and in fact a service technician did report that he did hook up my cable but it wasn't. I told the woman over the phone I was getting pretty upset about this that she said that she scheduled appointment for tomorrow in between 11 and 12 for Thursday.
She told me that that was the earliest appointment I could get on Thursday and I told her that it would have been exactly one week that I paid over $100 for the service that I'm not getting. She apologized, we both said goodbye I hung up and wait until Thursday. Boy was I mad. The technician called directly at 11 and said is around the corner and we'll be there in about 10 minutes. Well he showed up 30 minutes later. I told him what happened about the other guy across the street he said he didn't know either.
In my backyard he'd looked at the pole and told me it wasn't hooked up, I told him it wasn't hooked up. He climbs the pole and 60 seconds later all the TVs started working and the internet started working too. He asked me did I have any other problems and I told him no. I got the internet registered and it was working completely and so he left.
Time Warner Cable also informed me that I paid for service days I didn't get and there's nothing that they were going to do about it. That was a weeks worth of service I paid for down the drain and on top of it they charged me $50 for the service call to come to hook up my service that was supposed to be done right the first time. Right now I haven't brought that to their attention so it's still on my bill. If they decide to remove it or not I'll make sure to update this to let you know what happens.
Other than paying for service for a week that I didn't get, getting the runaround, lies and other stuff I have to say just watch with the sign up with these guys. Now that the service has been turned on I've been using it for a couple days and TV fine the internet is blazing fast and I think I'm paying a pretty good price so I'm happy for now. P.S Time Warner Cable Informed me if I left that my $123 for not be refunded it would go to a credit towards my bill First. A bill that I never got. But what Time Warner Cable is trying to tell me about my $123 that they would keep it even know I left and never had any service.
Update 8/28/13 2:32 pm. Today Time Warner Cable has charge me $45 extra to install internet which they didn't and charged me an extra $30 for an "Easy Connect" follow up fee. I don't understand those two charges, but, together they add up to a whole month of service and I was told by representatives that they were first time customer charges and there are no way out of them.
I've already paid them a $123 in advance and now they're demanding $147 has my first bill. I don't know what these people are up to, but they're just downright CRAZY! Also another thing is driving me wild they're charging me full price for my turbo internet. No promotional pricing nothing. This is how they treat new customers. Now I see why they only lose them.
I don't even have enough to pay the $72 myself my brother pays half of it and I pay the other half and together we can't pay $147.62. Well then again it should have been a red flag that everyone in my neighborhood has AT&T U verse I'm the only one with Time Warner and now I know why. The Internet is still fast the TV still reliable no issues but it's just too much start up fees. They are just trying to rip you off. Once again I'm going to attempt to call them and ask them to remove those two fees or lose me as a customer.
Update September 9th 2013. Today I finally had those 2 charges for installation removed off my bill. After I called Time Warner Cable and talk to the first employee who was very rude to me. He told me that there was no way out of the two charges. He refused to listen to me and I told him about my story about the first technician not showing up, and the second technician did what the first technician should have done in the first place.
And he told me that the $45 fee was for someone to physically come out into my house and hook up my modem themselves, and that the $30 follow-up connect is where I hook it up myself but didn't do it right and they have to send somebody out to do it right. But that's two charges shouldn't be together. It was so called hooked up by a professional then why was I charged because I didn't hook it up right, that's what I didn't understand.
He was being so rude to me and wouldn't listen to me then I ask to speak to his manager. I had asked four times before I finally got transferred. Once I got his manager listen to me for about the first minute and then told me he would remove the charges on there was no battle or arguing with his manager. He just remove the charges right off my bill. I've already paid my bill for this month switch with $68.50 for some reason. I have everything on.
I'm happy everything was resolved and I can continue being a Time Warner customer, but I would have been even happier if none of this ever started. In the near future I plan to buy my own cable modem and save $7 a month of the finance fees that they charge for their modem. I will post information to let you know how that goes, and I plan on downgrading my internet from turbo to standard. I'll let you know how that goes too. For Now I'm happy with the service and I'm happy with the price.
UTICA, NEW YORK -- This is a transcript of the chat session I had with TWC when I tried to obtain digital adapters for my TVs per their letter I received in the mail the same day:
User Michael_ has entered room
Analyst Karen has entered room
Thanks for contacting TWC Ordering Service home of the best Triple Play offer. What service can I set up for you today?
Trying to get two digital adapters per letter I received in the mail today. After going online to do this, I got a popup saying digital adapters aren't available for my account.
I understand your concern.
Ordering the tuning adapter is available with our customer care department.
In any case of disconnection while transferring this chat session, please have their phone number for your reference 207-253-2222
Will there be anything else I can assist you with?
No, that should do it. Thanks
Thank you for contacting Time Warner Cable Online Ordering Service. Have a great day!
Karen>Please wait, while the problem is escalated to another analyst
Analyst Paola has entered room
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Thank you for contacting Time Warner Cable, Home of the Best triple play offer. My name is Paola how can I help you today?
Trying to get two digital adapters per letter I received in the mail today. After going online to do this, I got a popup saying digital adapters aren't available for my account.
I would be more than happy to assist you, but you have reached the Ecommerce Sales chat. Please let me transfer you to customer care.
Great, can't wait to get the email transcript of this chat session.
I've been chatting now for about 15 minutes, and still haven't gotten the right person for the job.
Yeah, I understand but I can not help you with that Sir. Please let me transfer you. One moment please
Also, I can provide you with a phone number that you can call Sir,
Sure, then I can hold another 15 minutes...thanks
Your welcome
Paola>Please wait, while the problem is escalated to another analyst
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Thank you for contacting Time Warner Cable. At the end of our chat you will be given the option of taking a brief survey. My name is Pamela. Please give me a moment while I access your account.
Hi! Mr. Joynt, how are you doing today?
Trying to get two digital adapters per letter I received in the mail today. After going online to do this, I got a popup saying digital adapters aren't available for my account.
As I see that, you have been transfer to the East NYC department and hence, I do not have the access to your account.
I apologize for this, but I need to escalate this chat to the appropriate department.
Please stay connected, while I escalate your chat to the appropriate department.
You're the fourth person I've been forwarded to. What is the problem there!!??
Pamela>Please wait, while the problem is escalated to another analyst
Analyst Jasper has entered room
Thank you for contacting Time Warner Cable. At the end of our chat you will be given the option of taking a brief survey. My name is Jasper. Please give me a moment while I access your account.
Thank you for waiting.
How are you?
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No too good.
How may I assist you?
You're my fifth Time Warner chatter. Trying to get two digital adapters per letter I received in the mail today. After going online to do this, I got a popup saying digital adapters aren't available for my account.
I will try my best to resolve your issue.
I have checked your account.
What precise message you have got in your email.
Please copy paste it here.
As stated before, "I received in the mail today." Not email, MAIL. I can't copy and paste US Postal Service mail.
The mail from Time Warner states that some channels are being moved to digital only, and to receive these channels without a box I will need digital adapters. That's why I am in this chat session.
Honestly, I don't have adapters information.
In this case, you have to contact to our Local office they will take care of this they are the dedicated team who take care of this.
I will provide you the contact details.
Why does Time Warner send out mail with a procedure that doesn't work? If you are trying to frustrate your customers, and drive them to Direct TV - you are succeeding. GOODBYE.
PLANO, TEXAS -- I am writing to detail the egregious experience I've had in trying to transfer my Time Warner Cable internet service to my new business location. I am due to open my doors on August 1, I am currently training staff – for which I need to access Webinars, and I still have no internet service at my new location. Until the last approximately three weeks, I've been content with the TWC business internet service I've had since 2010. Now, due to the debacle your company has created for me, I'm making plans for 24 months from now to dump this service option as soon as my contract is over.
Timeline details: Tuesday, July 15th: I spoke to ** about transferring my Internet service from my business at 1702 N. Collins Blvd, Ste 161, Richardson, TX 75080 to 609 W 15th Street, Ste 200, Plano, TX 75075. As she was taking the order, she suggested I also use TWC phone service. In the conversation, she said I'd be able to keep the phone and fax number I've had since January, 1998. As AT&T assured me they couldn't port those numbers, I asked ** if she was sure about that: she insisted TWC could do it. So, I had her write that into the order, and I cancelled my AT&T order.
Friday, July 18th: I called to see when my order would be installed (having called several TWC numbers before I got to the party who could help me). I spoke to ** in Order Management (? Not sure of name of department). ** told me that the order had not been processed, as there was a problem with the phone portion of the order, and that only ** could help me with the resolution. No one bothered to call me to tell me about this!?!
I pursued resolution to this problem for approximately two hours, talking to various people. Frustrations included, but were certainly not limited to: ** phone always went to voice mail when I called, and I couldn't leave a message as the mailbox was full; I sent emails to ** but got no response; I waited for long times on hold (up to 31 minutes and 37 seconds); people often transferred me to ** unanswered phone and full mailbox – so I had to call again and wait on hold.
I finally reached ** again (she was helpful both times) and asked to speak to her supervisor for help. Her supervisor told me that, while they wouldn't know for sure until the order was processed, it looked pretty certain that TWC couldn't port the original phone numbers, and that once the order was processed, the installation would take 7-10 business days.
I told her I needed to cancel the phone order and just go with the internet transfer. (I would have cancelled the internet, too, except for the exorbitant cancellation fee.) Again, I was told that ONLY Lorena could help me with the cancellation. I asked to speak to ** supervisor, **, received his phone number and was transferred to his line.
I spoke to ** in a long conversation. He tried to assure me that this experience with TWC was not usual. He also noted that the voicemails going unanswered were due to internal phone system problems: not very reassuring to a prospective phone customer. I felt like I had dodged another bullet by cancelling my phone order!
Thursday, July 24th: ** called and told me I would hear from someone that day about installing the service, although he couldn't give me a definite time. As the day progressed and I still hadn't heard from anyone, I called ** several times. Mailbox. Finally got him on the phone, and I was told that he was working with the department that could expedite the order.
But apparently, the protocols of that department were obstacles he had no authority to bypass. Prior to that conversation, someone called my husband's cell phone to set up my service on July 29th. This date is unacceptable! And I still can't fathom why someone would call my husband, when I had made clear to everyone I spoke to what my contact number is!
I expect at this point, I will have no satisfaction in getting internet prior to Tuesday, July 29th. I'm not at all sure it will happen then, as I've lost all confidence in what most of the TWC representatives have told me. I just need to bide my time for what will seem an interminable contract period of 24 months, before I can gleefully dump TWC. I can, however, tell everyone I know – and I will! – that they should run like the wind away from TWC. And I will gladly write as many online reviews as I can find, steering people away from such a poorly functioning company – or at least a poorly functioning, but pivotal department.
If I ran my business the way this department is apparently run, I wouldn't BE in business. It escapes me how TWC can survive with such entrenched problems in your business rules and structures. It seems like it might be a good idea to spend less money in advertising – which I see everywhere! – and more time and money in keeping customers happy. Happy customers do the advertising for a good business.
CORONA, CALIFORNIA -- I have been a customer with Time Warner ever since they took over Continental cable. Since the beginning, we have had an ongoing problem with tiling and freezing of the picture on our T.V. The typical process for me is.. I call for a technician to come out and they always have fixed the problem doing something out in the box at curbside. Then after six or so months, the tiling and freezing begins to build back up again. Oh by the way, each tech has a different lie as to why I am having this problem.
This "new way" of Time Warner is.. that when you make an appointment, there will be an automated call the night before and if you are not there to answer that call, then they will.. CANCEL.. the appointment.. WITHOUT.. letting you know. That leaves the customer sitting home waiting for a technician to show up that is not coming, like our time is not as precious to us as your time. This has happened to me several times. This is.. NO WAY.. to treat your customers and is wrong, wrong, wrong and a sure way to lose customers.
Then to add insult to injury, this last time I had to call in for the "same problem". I had another no show of the technician. Called back "again" for another technician to show up and usually the second time you make an appointment, they will actually show up, but only if you answer the phone an hour before they come out. If you miss that call for any reason, throwing trash outside, going to the bathroom, they will not leave a message to let you know its them, they just won't show up. Why would anybody want to stay with a company who treats us this way???
Then a tech did show up, and after staring at my TV for a few minutes (don't know what that did) he said that the problem must be out in the street, and that he was not a street tech and I was told that he would send out a street tech the next day and hook up to my cable and screen for two hours to see if he could catch the problem. They never did this before. Why would Time Warner send out a tech that could not fix the problem which I told them before that the problem has always been in the street and that is where they have always fixed the problem in the past? I was told that I did not have to be here for that. I was here anyway just to see if one would actually show up.. he did not.
I called back and said that I was still have the tiling problem and freezing and was told that they would send out yet another tech. The techs name was ** and I felt that he was the first guy to be honest with me and gave me some instruction as what to do to get to the bottom of this ongoing problem. He told me that if these things did not work, then to call back and ask for him so I don't have to keep explaining the problem to new techs. I did just that as the problem still was not fixed. I talked with a girl named ** who completely ignored me when I told her that I need ** to come out. She said that she could not guarantee ** would be the one to show up.
I told her, then don't bother having someone other than ** come out as I would not open the door and it would be a waist of his time and mine. Her response to me.. "have a nice day Ma'am." Then I called back to speak to a supervisor and got someone named ** whose title was escalation specialist, whatever that means. He was sort of laughing at the problem, but told me he would see to it that.. came out and then proceeded to ask me to call the next morning at 8:00am to make sure that ** was coming out. I told him I would, even though I did not think I should have to do that.
I spoke to a man named ** who put me on hold for a minute or two, then came back and promised me that ** would be out that same day between the house of 3 and 4:00pm. Guess what happened.. ** DID NOT SHOW UP, some other tech showed up instead. As I told **, I sent him away. Another day wasted of mine through no fault of my own. Time Warner, would it have really been so hard for your employee tell me up front which day ** can come out instead of playing these games with your customers. This is the last straw for me.
At this point I am willing to go to any other service despite their own set of problems. I will not stand to be treated disrespectfully and lied to and laughed at and ignored by any company, yet alone putting up with the same problem for years. I WAS willing to stay with you even though you could not seem to fix the problem. As long as I could have six months of no tiling and freezing, I was willing to live with that. But your customer relations is getting worse and worse by the day.
It is sooooo funny to me that after an appointment is made the employee will say that I will be getting a call to see how I was treated by that person. You are more interested in how polite your employee was on the phone than actually hearing if they have fixed the problem and the frustration and lies the customer had to go through to get the problem fixed. I will not be fooled that you care by making sure the employees are polite on the phone, that is only a part of the problem. And I am not getting any of these calls that the employee says is coming my way.
I am left feeling that Time Warner no longer cares about the customers who keep them in business. I have been laughed at by your employees, I have been ignored by your employees, I have been lied to many times by your employees.. I am tired, very tired of being treated this way by the Time Warner Company. You do not run your business honestly, you treat your customers as if we have no alternative to switch to another service. We do, and I will. My husband and I are currently searching for a new service.
Yes, every cable company or dish service has their set of problems. It is not the problems that bother me. It's the way I am being treated by Time Warner that is getting "me" (a long time customer) to switch to another service. I am really surprised that Time Warner is still in business the way you run your company. It's not right the way you treat your customers! You might want to think about changing the way you do things before you lose anymore long time faithful customers.
The Short Story: After putting me through over seven months of effort, more than fifteen phone calls, and a tremendous amount of aggravation, Time Warner / Saveology (subsidiary of Elephant Group, Inc.) / Private Network Communications, Inc. could not even provide the full $100 that they promised when I signed up for their Fios "Triple Play" promotion. In the end, I only received $93.50. ** at Private Network Communications has not returned my calls thus far.
Comments: Almost all of the people that I spoke to (below) were very polite. This was such a drawn out series of lapses and inactivity that it seems unfathomable to me that overall, it was simply an issue of incompetence or indifference among staff level employees. Is Time Warner / Saveology (subsidiary of Elephant Group, Inc.) / Private Network Communications, Inc. actually making a good faith effort to honor and issue all of the "gift cards" due to Time Warner's customers or is something else happening here?
When Time Warner outsources, they need to take some responsibility for the actions of the organizations that they hire. Does Time Warner effectively have a monopoly in NYC? Personally, I have no other option for cable television services. On the gift card instruction sheet provided by Saveology, no mention is made anywhere of "Private Network Communications" although they perform most of the customer services and administrative functions regarding the "gift card". Many of the calls that I made to Saveology have not been documented. I spelled the names of all employees phonetically; they may be misspelled.
The Long Story: On 10/12/2008, I signed on for Time Warner Fios "Triple Play", and was promised a $100 Mastercard gift card. On 11/16/2008 I completed and mailed the "Time Warner Cable Promotion Redemption Form" in order to receive my $100 Saveology gift card. The form indicates that a card should be received 16-18 weeks after all qualifications and subscriber obligations are satisfied.
On 2/2/2009, I spoke to Jennifer at Saveology, requesting the status of my $100 gift card. She informed me that I did not use the proper rebate ID in completing the redemption form, and instructed me to add the proper rebate ID to my copy of the form, and fax it to Saveology. On 5/8/09 I requested the status of my card from ** at Saveology. ** informed me that they did not receive my faxed, corrected, redemption form in February. When I stated that I have the successful fax confirmation, she again stated that the person who receives all faxes was not able to locate it. She asked me to fax it again, and told me that she would call me back to confirm that they had received it this time.
On 5/8/09, after not hearing back from ** for several hours, I called ** myself, and she confirmed that she did receive my corrected redemption form. Upon my request, ** stated that since they have been delinquent in processing my card, she was willing bring my redemption form to her supervisor in order to expedite it more quickly.
On 5/28/09 I requested the status of my card from ** at Saveology. ** stated that my redemption form was in fact escalated to a supervisor on 5/11/09, but that no progress had been made. ** stated that she did not know what the issue was or why the supervisor had not acted since receiving the form on 5/11/09. ** volunteered to look in to why my card had not been processed and call me back on 5/29/09. On 6/3/09, I attempted to call Saveology five times using the "Offer Redemption Center" phone number provided on the Redemption form of 1-877-405-5035, but each time I receive a message stating that the phone number is out of service.
Again on 6/3/09 I finally reached Saveology by calling a phone number on their website, once again to request the status of my card. I reached ** (ID# **) in Customer Service, and requested to speak to **. I was told that ** was having lunch. I explained my frustrating situation to **, and ** stated that if she could put me on hold for a few minutes she would find out as much as she could about my situation from her colleagues.
Within five minutes, ** discovered that my card had indeed been mailed to me in March. When I asked why nobody else at Saveology could figure this out for me, ** did not have an answer. ** provided me with the name and phone number of the person at the company who is responsible for issuing the cards. ** did not know the name of the company who had this responsibility.
On 6/3/09, I spoke to the Executive Vice President of Private Network Communications. He informed me that a card had been mailed to me in March, but that it did not have any charges against it. I told him that I did not receive the card. He confirmed my name and address, and said that I should have my card within 7-10 days. I received the card with its instructions in the mail on 6/10/09.
On 6/11/09 I attempted to activate the card through the automated menu, but did not have the required PIN number to do so. The instruction sheet that the card came attached to indicated that the PIN number should be on the instruction sheet, right where the card had been attached, but there was no such number printed. I reached a customer service representative who was able to activate the card anyway.
On 6/12/09 I attempted to make a purchase with the card, but apparently any use of a debit card requires a PIN number, which I did not have. Also on 6/15/09, I called Saveology for help, read my card number to the customer service rep, and they told me that my PIN number would be right behind where the card was attached on the instruction sheet. I told them that no such PIN number was printed, so she transferred me to "Cardholder Services", which is part of Private Network Communications, Inc.
After reading my card number to **, at Private Network Communications, told me that my card actually did not have a PIN number, and needs to be used as a Credit Card, as opposed to a Debit Card. When I explained to ** that my card has "Debit" printed on it, and the instruction sheet indicates that I should have a PIN number, he apologized, but offered no explanation of what may have gone wrong. Also on 6/15/09, I successfully made a $79 purchase using the Saveology card as a credit card.
On 6/16/09 I attempted to make a purchase using the remaining balance on the card. I attempted to make the $21 purchase using the card first as a credit card, then as a debit card. Both times, the card was rejected. On 6/17/09, I spoke to ** at Saveology and explained that the previous representative that I spoke to transferred me to Cardholder Services in an attempt to help resolve the issue of my remaining balance, but I cannot reach anyone there because the automated menu requires a PIN number, which, in my case, I do not have. ** told me that there was nothing that she could do because Cardholder Services is handled by an entirely different company.
Also on 6/17/09, I called Saveology again, and reached **. I explained my dilemma about the remaining balance on my card, as well as the fact that I do not have a PIN number. ** was able to provide me with a different phone number for Cardholder Services which does not require a PIN number. Also on 6/17/09, unable to reach anyone in person, I left a voicemail for ** at Private Network Communications, using the phone number given to me by **. In my message, I explained the issue about the remaining balance on my card, and asked her to call me.
On 6/18/09, I left a second voicemail for ** at Private Network Communications, asking her to call me. I tried to reach ** five different times by phone between 6/17/09 & 6/18/09. Also on 6/18/09, at a store, I was able to determine that there was actually only $14.50 remaining on my card, and that was why the $21 purchase had been rejected. After all this work to obtain my "gift card" and to actually get it working, Time Warner / Saveology / Private Network Communications had only given me a $93.50 "gift card", not the $100 actually promised.
CANTON, OHIO -- After 4 years of mediocre service, I finally had enough. I won't complain about their IP service, I never had any issues with it and it was actually very good service. My cable TV was another issue. After they first installed it, the picture would freeze, then black out. Sometimes changing the channel would help. Sometimes turning the box off and then back on would help. Sometimes, it would just black long enough that I gave up and did something else.
I had multiple techs at our home that couldn't find any problems at all, even though the screen went black right in front of one of them. After changing multiple Oregon Scientific boxes to no avail, one of the techs hooked up a Cisco box that seemed to help quite a bit. It didn't entirely fix the problem, but it did help enough that the screen would only pixelate or black out for a few seconds. And that's how we've watched TV for the last 4 years.
Time Warner is one of those companies that has no problem jacking up prices at least 10% every year. At the beginning of this year, they raised our $142 cable bill to $157. Then a couple weeks later, they sent a letter by mail saying that, "since you are a valued customer, we won't raise your bill this year". About a month after that, they raised our bill by another $5 with no explanation. It really makes you wonder if the company is really that incompetent or if they're just screwing with you because they can.
The biggest issue that I had with Time Warner is their billing department. I had recurring payments set up on my credit card. I decided I wasn't going to use the credit card anymore. I got online, canceled the recurring payments, and requested paper billing through the mail. Next month they charge my card again. I get online and see that I'm still set up for recurring payments and paperless billing. I thought maybe I screwed up. I changed it again. Next month they charge my card again. I get online again and see that I'm still set up for recurring payments and paperless billing. Now I'm irritated.
I call customer service (overseas) and tell the lady about the problem and she assures me that it has been taken care of. I told her I wanted my payment refunded to my card and to send me a paper bill and I'd be happy to pay it. She said no problem. No refund ever came. I recorded that phone call. I called my bank and filed a dispute on the charge. Time Warner sent a bill (through email) for half my bill. I paid it and figured they would straighten it out. Next month they charge my card again. Now I'm livid. I contact customer support through chat. I recorded the chat session. I tell them the whole situation and that I want all my credit card information deleted from their system.
He assures me that they don't have my card information on file anymore, that it had been deleted. I take my family on vacation for a week. I get home to a letter in the mail stating my account is delinquent and that my service would be shut off in three days. The next morning, two days early, my cable and internet is shut off. Keep in mind I had never been late or missed a payment in the four years I was with them. I checked my account and they were showing that I owed over $400. My last attempt to rectify the situation was to go to one of their service centers and deal with someone in person.
The lady working told me that my bank refunded their charges when I filed a dispute over it and that was why my account was delinquent. That didn't explain the $400 bill or why they shut off my service when I had just paid the full bill from them (even though it wasn't correct) two weeks prior. I tried to explain why I filed a dispute and she just kept saying that was why my account was delinquent. It was like trying to reason with a tape recorder that just kept playing the same recording over and over. I gave up.
After another half hour, we had my bill corrected to that day. $94 I paid it, returned the cable box I'd brought with me and told her I wanted receipts for the payment, for the cable box, for the remote, and that I wanted something in writing that I wanted my service terminated as of that day. I thought I was done with them. Not quite. They charged my credit card again. I had to call my bank and have them close my account for fraudulent charges.
We went without cable and internet for about two weeks before we could get AT&T U-Verse installed. I couldn't be happier with their service. Everything about it is much better than Time Warner right down to the remote control. I chose better service and a better price. Still waiting on my replacement credit card. Thanks for everything Time Warner.
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN -- I receive my statements on-line, which is an email saying its ready, but I don't log into the site and look at them. It is the same amount every month. Also being a busy summer, I briefly scan my checking account and confirm balance and know my TW is set up auto pay. Well I happened to check it just yesterday 8/21/2013 and saw the balance was over $600. I had a heart attack. Thought how could this be, and how do I still have working cable and internet? I went and traced back my checking account and sure enough they have not taken out a payment since April. (I pay $116 a month).
I of course am so frustrated thinking I was paying all along and now I have yet another bill to add to my pile! My expiration date had changed in May, so why didn't they call me by June to tell me I am past due? The few other auto pays I have set up contact me a month prior to expiration, as they should if they want to get paid and appreciate the auto payment process.
I pick up phone and call them. 1st person somewhat understands, but I said, I would really like to talk to someone because this is not entirely my fault and I cannot just pay $600 in full right now! He says he has to transfer me to billing. Well I get Collections on the phone. They state, I must pay $475 immediately. I again state, it is not that I don't want to pay it, but I am asking for some help here, because this is not totally my fault.
And for the 3rd time, I am the one calling you, being honest and informing you of your defected system and the issue it has caused! She says I must have to talk to customer care then as she is only a collections department and if I am not making a payment she cannot do anything.
Guy number 3 on the phone, basically says the same thing and I say, I just want to talk to someone who can work this out for me. I have been a loyal customer for over 4 years, paying monthly on time always! I state, I can pay $300 in two days, but I would like to know what I am getting in return for your fault. He says well it looks like they won't shut you off until next week. After an hour later, I said, fine, I will call back Friday and make a payment.
I get home during tornado warnings and storms and guess what? NO TV or Internet! I was furious! I call and talk again to three different people and one a supervisor. They are now saying after I said I will pay $300 now if you turn my TV back on. Again the whole thing that this is not my fault and I have always paid and would not have called you in the first place if I wanted to stop paying! They tell me now at 8:00pm that I can only pay with Cash or cashier check! WHAT? Where do I do that at 8:00PM!
I said that is it, I am so done and this is absolutely ridiculous, how I am being treated for no reason at other than being honest and make the first attempt to fix an issue at hand! Had I not even called, I wonder how long before they would shut me off! I have dropped them, DISH is coming tomorrow and I will be paying a personal visit to return DVR and modem and let them know, they now will not see a dime of what I might owe in free Cable service, because of how they treated me and have no customer care service at all!!
I also have 2 friends who dropped them today and I will work on at least 7 more! Do the math TW!! How much money are you going to be out now? I should go to Netflix or Amazon Prime Broadcast and streamline everything for free, but until I am ready to go that route, I know one thing! Time Warner will never be used and I will make it an effort to exploit them in every way!
DALLAS, TEXAS -- My cable and internet were shut off due to non payment, because the account holder moved out and has not yet switched ownership over to me so my fiance called to pay just the past due balance so we could at least get service back. We paid $137.90 and were told that our services would be turned back on immediately. SIX days later they were still off. So I called and they said they had no record of our payment on our account, despite the payment showing up on our credit card history. So the woman told us she would mark it as a missing payment and a mistake on their part, and reconnect our service immediately.
I told her to stay on the line with me until it came back online. It never did. She scheduled me an appointment with a technician for the following day at 1:00 pm. The next day, I waited until 3:00 pm before calling. I told the woman he was two hours late and we needed our cable and internet. She said the reason why no one showed up was because our account wasn't even paid in full, that we still owed $50.
Outraged, I asked her how that was possible since we paid the past due balance and were promised our service back. She said there is an additional $50 fee to reconnect a past due account and that they took that $50 out of the $137.90 that we paid, so technically our past due balance was then $50 short.
Nobody had mentioned that extra fee when we paid initially and they didn't even bother to call and tell me the technician wouldn't be coming. They just left me waiting for no one. So, being short on cash because I had already paid them, I had to borrow $50 from a family member. I paid the money, and was told once again that my service would be up and running in a few minutes. It never happened. I called back and got a guy who didn't know what he was doing. He actually suggested to me that I try turning off my TV, and turning it back on again as if the TV would make a difference with the cable problem.
After each question he would ask me, I could hear him relaying the information to someone else on the side, like he was equally as clueless as I was. So who is supposed to be helping me here? Certainly not him. After 10 minutes of him telling me to restart my computer and turn off my TV, which was useless, he suggested I wait until midnight to check it again, because that's when my account would be refreshed.
This morning it still wasn't on, so my fiance called AGAIN. They said they would send a specialist to come look at it but didn't give us a specific time of day. They said they would call before they came over. So here I am now, waiting for the specialist again and the worst part is, I know they aren't going to refund me for the time we haven't had service, even though we've paid. If Time Warner wasn't the only service provider around here, I would drop them in a heartbeat. But I believe that's why they don't care about actually doing their job, because they don't have to fear losing customers seeing as they are our only option and they know it.
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA -- I paid my Time Warner Bill 2 days ago and gave them an advance payment with my debit card to be deducted on 5/22/13. This morning I checked my bank account and they had debited the amount that was supposed to be taken out on the 22nd. I called the office and got a recording that they knew about this issue and were working to resolve it as soon as possible. I am on a fixed income and that was all the money I had in my account. I tried to talk to a customer service agent and was pushed around to six different people, none of which could answer my question.
A few of them told me they were sending me to the correct department only to put me back to their automated system. One of them yelled so loudly in the phone, even after I asked her to talk a little more quietly that I finally had to hang up and call again. NONE of them could tell me when this would be rectified. I've notified my bank and they are opening a case of fraud against them since this debit was done without my knowledge or consent.
When I gave the information for the payment to be debited on the 22nd I asked the billing representative if she was sure it would not be debited before then and she assured me several times it would not. Now I've incurred bank charges and Time Warner doesn't seem to care they have placed me in a precarious position.
I have also filed a complaint with the Better Business Bureau regarding what they did. As soon as my money is returned to me, I will be canceling my service with them and I am seriously considering filing charges against them. I do not for one minute believe this was a computer glitch that just happened on a Saturday morning when you cannot get in touch with anyone in their office or at your local bank.
I firmly believe this was done deliberately and since they have the recording I think it's safe to assume I am not the only one they did this to today. I've had to call them at least once a week because my service is not working properly. I absolutely hate AT&T but I have no qualms about going back to them for my service. I do not give companies a second chance when they steal money out of my bank account.
Beware if you do business with TWC. NEVER give them permission to deduct money from your account. Their customer service is horrible. The agents are rude and have no idea of how to talk to a customer who has a problem. I did keep my cool with them and tried to be nice but after the fourth one sent me to the wrong department I wasn't very nice about it. I strongly suggest no one does business with this company.
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI -- I signed up for the triple play promo online. I kept getting emails that there was a problem and when I would call, I'd get a foreign customer service representative that couldn't figure out the issue. They cancelled 4 different install appointments at he last minute but no one could tell me why! Finally, I called a local number and the representative didn't know what the issue was either but put my order through manually. He said the only thing he could see was that there had been someone with the same last name at my address a few years ago that had an outstanding balance.
I have a fairly common last name, so it wasn't terribly surprising. He said there were no notes on the account so there wasn't any reason to not get it up and running. The day after installation, I get a call from the "risk management" department. This lady tells me she did a background check and I've been at my address for three years. The outstanding bill was from two years ago so I must know who it is. I explained that, no, I don't and asked, how, exactly, did they do a background check without my consent or my ssn?
She then tells me they need proof of identity and some sort of utility bill from my previous residence (ya know because I keep year old electric bills just sitting around). I told I'd be happy to give something from when I bought my house but I was much more concerned about the background check. She kept talking over me & getting all ghetto. Then she tells me she's turning off my service.
I told that I prepaid, she can't do that. "Time Warner has the right to deny service to anyone." Absolutely, but they don't have the right to take money for a service they aren't providing. I asked to speak to a supervisor & was told she'd put in a request and he'd get back with me in 24-48 hours. Then she hung up on me. I called back and kept getting sent to her extension. I finally unplugged all the equipment and took it to a local Time Warner office. I called the bank and put a reversal on the payment. I called Dish Network and had an install the next day. I had Time Warner for a total of about 18 hours. NEVER AGAIN!!!!!!!!!!


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Started the day with the usual tsunami of e.mail from Europe, but managed to segue into a pleasant lunch with Allen Branton. This is the gentleman who is looking after the TV lighting for the Big Video Shoot in Chicago next week, so we spent a little time formulating a strategy to make the Vertigo show work on a small screen. Allen knows a great deal about this kind of thing and has been in the U2 orbit for a long time. He worked with us on the Zoo TV shoot in Sydney and the PopMart shoot in Mexico, so has come to terms with the eccentricities of thisparticular crowd of individuals. I seem to remember him doing a brief consultation at the beginning of the Unforgettable Fire tour too; we had all been to see Bowie's 'Serious Moonlight' tour and were suitably wowed, so I was commissioned to discover who was responsible for it and see if he wanted to come and play with U2. It was somewhere way back in the mists of time, anyway.
I learned an enormous amount from him about television ≠ not even about lighting per se, but the whole idea of how television works, the mind set of the viewer, what's important, what's not, essentially what is most likely to prevent the viewer from changing channels. The psychology of it all is very interesting, particularly in the U.S. where the torrent of options spewing out of the average TV is so overwhelming.
We were eventually joined by director Hamish Hamilton, veteran of Elevation at Boston and Slane, and Ned O'Hanlon, producer, before heading off to look at some test footage shot on Wednesday. The viewing was at a video facility which turned out to be about a half hour cab ride out of town through spectacular scenery, enhanced by glorious weather. It didn't take long, but the flaw in the plan wasthat whilst we were inside, the cab (which Ned had already paid to wait for us and do the return trip) unceremoniously buggered off and abandoned us, leaving us high and dry. Hey ho, at least the sun was shining.
Consequently my arrival at the gig was far from punctual, but for the first time the band had decided to forego soundcheck so my absence went unnoticed. A photographer, Joe, was taking pictures of the production for Wired magazine with a large format camera (film!) so I will look forward to seeing how they turn out.
The gig was loud. Being so absorbed in what a show looks like, I don't often consciously notice the sound at a gig unless it's out of the ordinary. Tonight was loud, I think largely due to the extreme volume of the audience. It was fun. Afterwards we rounded up a few beers and watched playback of more test footage, which helped steer some decisions about how to shoot the Chicago shows.I wonder how the Bulls are doing?
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Seriously? The first prototypes with the touchscreen looked really inovative, but this one? Well, one image says more than thousand words:
The #1 feature of the Steam Controller are the touchpads, and nothing has changed with the new layout. The Xbox-style buttons aren't neccessary for all games, but nice to have anyways.
Also Michael, if you run into Valve guys (which you probably will), ask them about a CS: GO status update :-)
i like this controller. you already have 2 touchpads, why a 3rd? I just hope they dpad one set of the buttons although that might kill the ambi controls.
Innovative does not equal good. Some innovations are just crap.
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Now on with the meme…
From where do you obtain the recipes you prepare?
Everywhere! My cookbooks, food and travel magazines, relatives, friends, and all the amazing food blogs I have come across. In truth, food blogs have exponentially widened my recipe base, and have led to wonderful and happy surprises at the end of recipe hunts. I think food blogs are such a valuable source of recipe ideas because you know there is someone there on the other side who has gone over and tried the recipe…and you get all the feedback and comments to boot! And if you're unsure of something you can always ask…not so easy doing that to a cookbook. There's a lot of inspiration to be found out there!
How often do you cook a new recipe?
Not as often as I'd like!
Where do you store your favorite recipes?
I have my favorite recipes marked in my cookbooks, but most are saved in my laptop. More recently, I acquired a little box filled with recipes from friends and relatives during a kitchen-themed bridal shower my maid and matron of honor threw me. My favorite thing about the shower was this box…filled with personal recipes with special notes on each. Some of these recipes I had really been meaning to ask for! Now it sits on a shelf right atop my head at my desk, where I can easily reach for it and riffle through the recipes…just doing that warms my heart :)
How large is your recipe file? Is it organized? If so, how?
My recipes are in no particular order and are absolutely not organized at all. At first this seemed charming…coming across a long forgotten gem was a happy bit of fate. But now that the recipes are growing, they are getting a wee bit out of control and I sometimes end up with tons of recipes and nothing to cook due to sheer confusion! I'm the same with clothes.
What is the oldest recipe in your "to try" pile?
Ooh boy…that's a toughie. I've got a lot. Home made Muesli. Dallaspulla. Adobo. Paella (and I may never get to paella…still trying to convince C that he should be the one to take that on).
Are you ever going to make those recipes in your "to try" pile?
Definitely! Dallaspulla is a must. It's either make it, or go to Finland…and Finland is, well, a bit of a ways off for me. And although I would love to go back, making the pulla would be easier on my pocket. I have to eventually make my own Adobo. Paella…I'm not too sure…
Do you follow a recipe exactly or modify as you go?
I am a paradox. I like to experiment but I am also very much a safety girl. Usually, the first time I try a recipe I will do it to the letter…then figure out how I want to change it. If a recipe calls for something I don't like I usually leave it out (hehe). And I have a very bad habit of upping the butter called for in baked goods.
What is the one new recipe that you're scared to try?
Adobo, because everyone already has a favorite. Paella, because I come from a family of accomplished paella makers…Can't I just eat theirs and not have to put mine on the line? Turkey, my uncle, the amazing turkey expert, is offering to train me in his turkey-ways…but I have never cooked anything that big!
Tag at least one new food blogger for this meme ("new" as in only been blogging a few months)
Hmmm, as I have been out of commission for a while, I haven't been able to blog-hop and nose around new blogs as much as I have wanted to.
Tag at least one food blogger you visit but have never interacted with.
Sorry…I usually leave a note when I visit :)
But anyone is free to answer this meme and pass it along…
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- Mila Tan said...
Joey, we're going to have a paella party in August. Join us.
Enjoyable reading as usual! I like the idea of your kitchen-theme bridal shower. Such creative and smart friends you have!
Paz - 11:14 AM
- ChichaJo said...
Hi Mila! Sounds exciting! Count me in...but can't promise a paella :) Maybe some tapas? :)
Hi Paz! It was so much fun...and it goes without saying that I enjoyed it immensely! I got a lot of great and personal recipes...along with gifts for the kitchen. There was even a cooking demo! :) - 9:09 PM
- ces said...
oh wow! do you have photos of that kitchen-themed shower? sounds like fun and well-thought of! :)
- Tanna said...
You are so nice to me - Thanks for the kind words about my blog.
I love your responces. You are so right about exponentially expanding recipe exposure and new and wonderful bloggers - certainly not the same as a cookbook. But, neither would I want to give up my cookbooks.
Organization is the key to success and I guess that's why I'm not famous!!! hehe! I'm always trying, get things in order and then life takes over and wham there I am again under it all.
What a grand gift from your friends and family with the recipe box!! Perfect shower idea. Always to be treasured.
Thanks for doing the meme. Lovely to get to know you. - 9:53 PM
- angelika said...
Is there anything more lovely and thoughtful friends can give than such a recipe box ! Lucky you ! And I completely agree to item no. 1 as well as to Tanna that we also do not want to miss our books. As for organizing I admit that blogging has helped me a lot in that respect. More and more and the longer I blog I simply look up my own recipes from the blog, or I take my choice from there. Hugs !!!
- ChichaJo said...
Hi Ces! It was fun! Maybe I'll do a short post with some pictures :)
Hi Tanna! It's great to to know you too! I'm so glad you tagged me! I agree with you, I love my cookbooks too...I take them with me to bed :) I love to get organized one of these days...but it doesn't look like it's going to be soon...heehee :)
Hi Angelika! Yes, I really do love the recipe box. There are recipes there as simple as "Butter Sugar Toast" but they are all written with care and sweet personal notes attached and that really makes all the difference. Then there is also the recipe of my grandmother's special bread pudding! Can't wait to try that one out! :) Funny, when I started this blog, one of the reasons was so that I could have a place to document and organize recipes! :) - 10:23 AM
- coffeepot said...
I'm answering. Not sure I can pass though. I was never good with a football either.
- Mae said...
Joey, there's no need to fear adobo :)
I too have plenty of recipes on my 'to try' pile. I don't know if i'll ever get through them all and the list is getting longer and longer...
So many recipes, so little time. Sigh. - 4:58 PM
- Lani said...
We're the same, Joey. I don't know why but until now i never tried cooking paella, is it fear? lol
- ChichaJo said...
Hi Coffeepot! Thanks for dropping by and answering :)
Hi Mae and Lani! I guess, as opposed to "fear of the unfamiliar", it's more like "fear of the familiar"...these are dishes, at least for me, that a proverbial "someone else" has always been cooking...so it's kinda scary to be a newbie at something already so established. Am I making sense? :) - 8:11 AM
- christine said...
Hey, but you've made callos! And they were good. I bet your paella and adobo (hey if i can make decent adobo, anyone can!) would be excellent. :)
- thess said...
Hi Joey! how are you doing?
i understand your adobo 'fear', i don't think i'll cook it for the expert foodies like CeliaK or ms. babayrambutan..I'm not going to bake for them too *lol*
take care joey! - 4:26 PM
- ChichaJo said...
Hello Nens! Thanks for the vote of confidence :) You will have to share your Adobo recipe with me!
Hi Thess! I'm doing fine :) Yes, I know exactly what you mean, hehe...but the Adobo is going to come soon...I can feel it :) - 7:45 AM


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Fister to duel with Kluber as Detroit aims to keep widening division lead
The Tigers matched a season-long five-game winning streak with Saturday's 9-4 win against the Indians, a team they've beat seven straight times. Not only has Detroit stretched its lead in the American League Central to 3 1/2 games, but the club has also improved to .500 (22-22) on the road.
Meanwhile, Cleveland will hope to end its four-game skid when Corey Kluber takes the mound opposite Doug Fister on Sunday afternoon. Kluber retired 12 of the first 14 batters he faced in his last start, before ultimately leaving after giving up a grand slam in the fifth inning. He's 1-3 with a 7.88 ERA in his five career outings against the Tigers.
"I thought Corey was extremely aggressive and crisp," said Indians manager Terry Francona after Kluber's start against the Tigers on May 21, when Kluber allowed three earned runs in 6 1/3 innings. "He's learning quickly. I think he's confident.
Fister struggled early in his last start, allowing six earned runs in the first two innings, before settling down to pitch four more scoreless innings. Although it wasn't a strong outing, he was able to get enough run support for a no-decision. It may be a change of fortune for Fister, as the offense had only scored 10 runs for him in his last seven starts before Tuesday.
"It's still a nothing-nothing ballgame in my mind," Fister said of pitching with the substantial deficit. "Going out there, you're still throwing the same pitches and trying to get outs."
In 12 starts against the Tribe, Fister is 5-3 with a 2.24 ERA, including 64 strikeouts in 80 1/3 innings.
Indians: Vizquel enjoying retirement
Omar Vizquel didn't begin or end his career with the Indians. He hasn't played for Cleveland since 2004. The 11-time Gold Glove winner, however, says he'll always have a fondness for his former team.
"To this day, fans really treat me very, very special," Vizquel said. "I have a Twitter account on my phone, and most of the people that follow me are from Cleveland."
Vizquel threw the ceremonial first pitch on Saturday, before the Indians' bobblehead giveaway on Monday bearing his likeness.
"Bobbleheads are strange," Vizquel said. "This is my fifth bobblehead right now, and none of them look like me."
Tigers: Infante still recovering from injuries
Although Omar Infante was hoping to play by the series finale against the Indians on Monday, progress has been slow at this point.
Infante is recovering from a couple of leg injuries that resulted from a hard slide by Colby Rasmus on Wednesday. Infante says his shin is OK, but his ankle is still holding him back from participating in batting practice or hitting off of a tee.
Worth noting
• Cleveland's Ryan Raburn now has three home runs against his former team after his two-run homer in the ninth inning on Saturday. It's the most dingers he's hit against any other team this season.
• The Indians' Jason Kipnis didn't reach base on Saturday, snapping a 16-game hitting streak and 36-game on-base streak.
Bobby Nightengale is an associate reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.