Fragile: Beautiful Gifts at Great Prices
If you appreciate exceptional personal service and beautiful gifts of quality and taste, Fragile is the place for you. From Michael Aram to Zodax, and everything in between, the vast selection of china, crystal and unique gifts make shopping fun, easy and hassle-free. Fragile is located in Sandy Springs and is known for discounted prices on high-end items.
Thank you, Helen, for going above and beyond to help me yesterday!
Fragile has convenient hours including Sunday shopping by appointment.
The cheery and spacious interior makes shopping a pleasure.
Fragile is located at 6235-B Roswell Rd., Atlanta, GA 30328, or visit them on the web at www.fragilegifts.com.
The 2016 Ferrari California T is the Art of Speed
Last week at the 2016 Geneva Auto Show, Ferrari announced a new performance handling upgrade for the California T called the Handling Speciale package. It combines several key updates that gives the California T better track handling and a throatier sound.
I had the pleasure of a joyride in the 2016 Ferrari California T on March 3. I was excited to see what lurked under this bad boy’s hood: a turbocharged 3.9-liter V-8 featuring a host of power-adding, fuel-sipping technologies like direct injection and Ferrari’s Variable Boost Management. Producing a potent 560 horsepower and 557 pound-feet of torque, the California T hits 62 mph from a standstill in just 3.6 seconds.
While all Ferrari California Ts boast the same slick seven-speed dual clutch gearbox; however, the Handling Speciale package offers quicker up- and downshifts, both in automatic and manual modes. Because the “HS” treatment also includes a new quad-exhaust system, it is tuned to produce a fuller, more pronounced note at high revs.
At a base price of $205,000, the 2016 California T is quite a deal.
2016 Ferrari California T.
The new multi-function steering wheel looks like it was ripped out of a Formula1 car. The center infotainment system is angled vertically, as are the bank of HVAC controls. Below that is a reworked center console with buttons for reverse, automatic mode, and launch control. The huge paddle shifters shine brightly behind the flat-bottomed steering wheel.
The sleekly-styled dash.
Of course I drove the Ferrari California T in Sport mode …
Passenger room is good up front, but the plus-two rear seats are best reserved for extra gear.
The new quad-exhaust system is tuned to produce a fuller, more pronounced note at high revs.
I must say, I loved the way the Ferrari California T handled.
The 2016 Ferrari California T looks great from all angles.
The end of my joyride.
Thank you Davio’s for hosting the Ferrari Art of Speed event!
The 2016 Washington Auto Show
The Washington Auto Show is the largest public show in Washington, DC. It provides an opportunity to explore the latest cars, technologies and innovations in safety and sustainability, from clean diesel to biofuels and electric vehicles.
The show, which is preceded by two media days, was schedule Jan. 22-31, in the Washington Convention Center. Unfortunately, Jonas happened. The Blizzard of 2016 forced the show to delay opening for four days. In spite of the delay, we prevailed. Below is an inside look at some of the people who worked endlessly on the show and their comradery while making things happen – and, of course – a few of my favorite highlights of the show.
Members of the Foreign Press and International Motor Press Association shuttled to Washington, DC from New York City via Amtrak.
An on-road demonstration traveled from Capitol Hill to the show site, the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It was led by the vintage 1915 Ford model T named to the National Historic Vehicle Register by the show’s partner, the Historic Vehicle Association (HVA). This car had just completed the same road trip completed a century ago by Edsel Ford and his friends from Detroit to San Francisco.
Auto show chairman Geoff Pohanka, wearing the traditional “snow hat” and show producer John O’Donnell wished for the best … Winter Storm Jonas did not appease them.
So we put on our snow boots …
… and sported our new hats.
The snow may have delayed the show …
… but lots of love was still around.
We made the most of it.
We said our prayers …
… and stopped to admire public art
We even left our mark …
… and made a new friend along the way.
We took a bit of time to enjoy the local fare.
When sun appeared …
… we saluted the warmth of her glow and got ready, once again, to begin the auto show.
We put a picture-perfect shine on the cars.
Unlike Homer & Bart, not once did we work on each others’ nerves.
We enjoyed art cars …
Live painting …
Bikes …
Handsome models …
And, a serious look at the ART-of-Motion exhibit by Automotive Rhythms.
Ryan Zimmerman of the Washington Nationals, Congressman Steny Hoyer, Chris Duffley of American Red Cross, Alek Skarlatos, the American Hero who stopped a terrorist on a Paris bound train and show producer John O’Donnell took a moment to pose for my camera.
We even celebrated the 20 year anniversaries of Bob Yoffe, show manager and Barbara Pomerance, communications director working together on The Washington Auto Show.
Then we hugged goodbye and wished each other well until next year.
2015 Los Angeles Auto Show Press & Trade Days Kickoff Party
Connected Car Expo and Los Angeles Auto Show invited industry professionals and media from around the world to celebrate at the second annual Press & Trade Days Kickoff Party on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at Gilbert Lindsay Plaza, outside the Los Angeles Convention Center. Below are highlights from the event:
Scrumptious food made to order.
Specialty cocktails were served.
A view from inside of the tent.
The servers were most charming.
Delightful dancers entertained the crowd.
These guys took dancing to a whole new level.
Stay tuned … more to come from the Los Angeles Auto Show!
The 2016 Mazda CX-3 at Babette’s Cafe
The 2016 Mazda CX-3 on display at Babette’s Cafe.
Babette’s Café set the scene for the October 28th Greater Atlanta Automotive Media Association luncheon sponsored by Mazda. Tamara Mlynarczyk and Dan Calhoun introduced us to the 2016 Mazda CX-3. What a sweet ride … the 2016 Mazda CX-3 is the fifth vehicle introduced to the U.S. with KODO—Soul of Motion design, encasing Mazda’s signature SKYACTIV Technology. The new CX-3 subcompact crossover SUV was developed to “Create the standard for the next era.” It’s a vehicle designed to meet the needs of a new generation of car buyers, supporting creative, adventurous lifestyles wherever – from the urban sprawl to the weekend getaway.
Key Features:
All trim levels will come with a standard
SKYACTIV-G 2.0L engine, paired exclusively
with a six-speed automatic transmission
– Standard push-button starter
– Standard keyless entry
– Manual-shift Sport mode
– Available i-ACTIV AWD on all trim levels
– Available power glass moonroof heated seats
and cargo cover
– One-, two- or three-tone premium cloth,
leatherette or leather interior seating surfaces
– Optional 18-inch aluminum wheels
– 60/40 fold down rear seats
– Active Driving Display
– New Ceramic Metallic body color
Technology Highlights:
– Standard MAZDA CONNECT™ Infotainment
System with seven-inch full-color touchscreen
display and voice command
– Aha™, Pandora® and Sticher™ internet radio
– Available BOSE audio system, SiriusXM
satellite radio and HD radio
– Multi-function commander control
Safety and Security Highlights:
– Rear Camera (standard)
– i-ACTIVSENSE
– Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
– Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
– Smart Brake Support (SBS)
– Lane Departure Warning
– Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
– Blind Spot Monitoring with Cross-Traffic Alert
– High Beam Control
– Adaptive Front Lighting System
Barbara Pomerance of Pomerance & Associates with Mazda CX-3.
A view of the stylish interior and perfectly-placed display.
Sleek alloy wheels.
Tamara Mlynarczyk happily greets GAAMA members.
Jim Tucker introduces Dan Calhoun.
Babette’s Cafe prepared a feast.
Tamara Mlynarczyk thanks GAAMA members for attending.
Dan Caloun explains the Mazda CX-3’s technology to a captivated full house.
Since all good things must come to an end, we bid adieu to the Mazda CX-3 and Babette’s Cafe.
Special thanks to Tamara Mlynarczyk, Dan Calhoun and Mazda for a a delious meal and stellar presentation.
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