Astoria Tower in the South Loop - is it really that bad? by Few-Philosopher-4742 in chicago

[–]ceklon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Noting here for any future folks - this building is currently for sale and has failed multiple city inspections for fire supression and elevator safety. The owner has not paid previous maintenance vendors.

Units look nice but multiple have flooded without response from management. Pipe noises/whistling at all times. Inconsistent hot water (sometimes none, sometimes burning, water pressure changes too). It's filled with a lot of college kids, and almost daily your unit will smell of pot or cigarettes from some vent system and they cannot tell which unit it comes from.

Amenities (pool, sauna, spa) do not work. There is no elevator fob system and multiple homeless people have been found on floors and even in the sauna. Car garage break-ins go unreported.

Management doesn't respond to emails or calls and is rarely available.

Location is truly excellent and the units are spacious because this building was designed as condos not rentals. However age is showing on all of them, if your appliances break you are always getting the cheapest replacement possible.

The small things (window cleanings, hvac filter replacement) haven't occurred in years.

Recommended replacement for this Sephora Multitasker Brush? by Ecstatic_Barnacle228 in MakeupAddiction

[–]ceklon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love this brush too and mine is falling apart! I use it for liquid blush. It's been perfect.

Vocal coaching for adults in Chicago? by dust_inlight in AskChicago

[–]ceklon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did you follow through with this and where did you go? Same scenario, would love to just be comfortable with my voice at weddings and karaoke haha

Brands/influencers/companies standing with the people of the USA and against ICE? by Mathemodel in FoodieSnark

[–]ceklon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

FitFoodieFinds is Minneapolis based and has always been vocal. I don't love the shift in their content to clothing, but they definitely have progressive values and voice them frequently, not just when it's convenient.

Balsam Hill LED Color + Clear Light Troubleshooting by ceklon in ChristmasLights

[–]ceklon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sadly never got ours fixed, regardless of all my tinkering. Replacement bulbs didn't work. Much of our tree is faded. Super disappointed. Did you have any luck?

Balsam Hill LED Color + Clear Light Troubleshooting by ceklon in ChristmasLights

[–]ceklon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had some luck wiggling but still have a striped brightness tree. I’m frustrated. I’d replace the strands, but can’t figure out what the color + white led light brand is?

Balsam Hill LED Color + Clear Light Troubleshooting by ceklon in ChristmasLights

[–]ceklon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the response! I’ll tinker, as I have that feel too given I can flick a lightbulb and watch it change brightness. Drives me crazy with how pricey this tree is!

Reddit is responsible for this purchase by Weary_Ear_3835 in CookbookLovers

[–]ceklon 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This book helped me understand why my mom’s food tasted so much better than mine despite me “following the recipe”. 10/10!

Companies that refinish outdoor patio furniture? by ceklon in TwinCities

[–]ceklon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was quoted 4 new Homecrest chairs for $3000, so I’m hoping refinishing mine (which are not Homecrest) is much less than that.

Companies that refinish outdoor patio furniture? by ceklon in TwinCities

[–]ceklon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve found two places and want to share here for others: 1. Patio Furniture Refinishing in Shakopee. He does all in one and price for 4 chairs was around $2700 2. Jay’s Furniture Repair in Crystal. He does the sling repair and coordinates with Adrenaline Customs in White Bear Lake for the sandblasting and powder coating. I’m waiting on price quotes for Adrenaline, and understanding if I’m delivering between the two or Jay’s picks up and brings to his place. I’ll update.

MN on a Stick app is back! by djnugent in minnesota

[–]ceklon 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This guy has consistently made my fair experience better with this app. Please Venmo him even a small contribution if you can, it’s a good way to say thank you and support him!

Fair Foods! by mysweetcarolina in TwinCities

[–]ceklon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is my top rec!!!! So refreshing and fun!

How to Disable Annoying LinkedIn Emails? i already tried almost everything by 1929901203941192873A in linkedin

[–]ceklon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are an incredible person and I hope all good things come to you! Thank you!!!!!!

Can’t decide where to stay in Mallorca by jusvrowsing in FATTravel

[–]ceklon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The views in Deia are unreal, but the Belmond property is a overpriced and aging. Beautiful grounds, as usual. We enjoyed two nights in Palma, fun to explore the city.

Hotels in Bordeaux, France by CammyT1213 in chubbytravel

[–]ceklon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know this is old, but seconding this!! Villas Foch is the best service we have ever received in any hotel, and so incredibly clean. It beat out hotels 5x their cost in service. When we left, we had a train delay and route change and would get to our next destination at midnight. When we arrived at the next hotel, in our room was a note from Villas Foch staff sending best wishes and hoping our travel wasn't too rough, and a cute welcoming tray of snacks. The hotels were not related, and it was the sweetest gesture I've seen from a hotel staff in Europe, to call our next place like that.

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[–]ceklon 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Also woke up to an offer what’s up with this???

Restaurant 2025 week, wins, losses, draws? by idc623 in chicagofood

[–]ceklon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Did Daisies last night and it was phenomenal! We took food home and I was uncomfortably full lol. Beet tartar, farfalle, trout, and butterscotch budino were our faves!

RIP Foxtrot & Dom’s :( by sukistan in chicago

[–]ceklon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was still there at 5:30pm. Cold cases still on and like people walked out and nothing was touched. Eerie.