Healthy Juices

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Fresh and healthy juices

I have tried a few fresh juice detoxes in last couple of years. I find they they are a terrific way to get me back on track if my diet has gone a little wayward. Pressed juices are becoming more readily available in Melbourne. I popped into Pressed Juices on High st Armadale to try a few of their juices... Delicious! Berry Glow 1 & 2 are amazing (as warned in store I was I for a real treat - did not disappoint) and I was able to try before I buy with the Chocolate Almond Mylk and as soon as I tasted it, it was in the shopping bag. (Think dairy-free, healthy yet tasty version of a chocolate Big M). 

I miss the the freshness and getting all those nutrients in one drink once I've finished the juices, so since my last detox and have pulled out the blender and taken to making my own.

My favourite recipe right now...

2 handfuls of spinach 
1/2 cup of watermelon
100ml of SkinnyMeTea Acai tea (brewed and chilled - drink the rest later!) 
or substitute this with 100ml of pressed apple juice 
1/4 cup of raspberries or strawberries
1 tablespoon of chia
1/2 cup of ice

Optional
Mint leaves, lemon juice 


After my warm lemon water first thing in the morning I love this recipe, as I can enjoy it on my way to work or at my desk a little while later. While the weather is still warm, a little extra ice added once it has been blended keeps it cold and makes it extra refreshing.

I have tried a few fruit and vegetable combinations blending, rather than using a juicer, to keep in all the nutrients and fibre in the juice, and find it fills me up for longer. Spinach blends so well, so it packs in so much goodness without ruining the flavour or making it a chore to drink. You could interchange you favourite fruits but keep in a leafy option (kale is also soooooo good for you) and chia (rich in Omega 3 and high in protein and fibre).

If you need some extra inspiration, follow A Million Miles's on Instagram - she posts fantastic pics of her fresh creations and the recipes she has on her blog are fantastic #motivating #delicious



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Enjoy!

Megan x

Flemington Racecourse

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Flemington Racecourse 

Today we attended the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes Day at Flemington Racecourse. It was a gift to my mum and her partner for Christmas - a four course lunch (Peter Rowland always do a fantastic job) in the Atrium in the Members stand with a great view of the track and races. Mum and Ray had a great day on the punt, my husband Robbie finished about even and I, well I stay away from the betting element (I hate losing!) We were there for the entire nine race card, but I love when a day at Flemington doesn't feel long as you are enjoying the racing, the food and surrounding to care about the time. Evidence of a lovely day.

Robbie is a Victoria Racing Club member so he is there for every meeting (literally - he hasn't missed a meeting in 4 years). I am there for most of those and I adore getting dressed up and having a fun day out. Flemington is such a great venue, and the variety in facilities and events the VRC put on for their 30,000 strong membership keep us coming back (cocktail parties, high teas and young members events, and of course the Spring Carnival).

Spring Carnival is an AMAZING time at Flemington, (my favourite time of year, better than Christmas) but the Autumn carnival is a terrific and underrated event on the Melbourne calendar. The racing is of a high quality featuring the Black Caviar Lighting Stakes day, Australia Guineas and Super Saturday at Flemington. But there is around a third of the crowds there, and lots of great activities on around the course. Think the fun, good weather and great racing without the queues to get drinks and to go to the bathroom. Winning!

This place has another special meaning... Robbie and I were married here over 5 years ago. Such a fantastic wedding venue! We had so many great photo opportunities around the course and convenience of our guests only having to attend one venue - a really important factor to us. This made Flemington a really easy choice for us. 

We were married in the Champagne Bar (was supposed to be the Parade ring - but a 16 degree day with wind and rain were not conducive of an outdoor wedding). Typical Melbourne in November. The reception followed in the Members Dining room, it has such a romantic feel with the blue velvet drapes and wood panel detailing, it is rich in history and romance. A wonderful day, we are lucky enough to be reminded of it every time we return.

I'm sure I will post on another great race day soon...

Visit Flemington Racecourse

Visit Victoria Racing Club

Enjoy!

Megan x

Golf

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Golf

"We learn so many things from golf—how to suffer, for instance." Bruce Lansky

Golf is a sport that can drive you insane or make you feel on top of the world. In the short time I've been playing, I too have developed my intense love-hate relationship with her.

It's a simple concept but difficult to master. Get the small ball into the hole in the fewest shots possible. Easy right?!? Wrong. That's not to say it isn't fun. As well, as the opportunity to spend four hours in the fresh air walking in beautiful surroundings, it can be a relaxing day (in between fits of rage after you have muffed a shot or lost your ball).

It has been said that the origins of its name came from:

Gentlemen

Only

Ladies

Forbidden

Clearly, I have chosen to not take heed from this chauvinistic acronym.

It is also a fantastic spectator sport. I've had the opportunity to watch one of the world's greatest Golfers, Adam Scott a few times, most recently in the World Cup at Royal Melbourne. His game is simple, yet powerful and inspiring to watch. And it doesn't hurt either that he is quite pleasing on the eye!

A few years ago, I swore that in my thirties I would give up netball and take up golf. Robbie kindly bought me a set of golf clubs and we started playing a few rounds here and there.

But then a friend introduced us to a social golfing group - UGLi - that plays public courses all over Melbourne (and beyond). Strange name I know, and while you could be correct in assuming it reflects out standard of golf at times it does have a deeper meaning - Unprofessional Golfers League incorporated.  UGLi golf is in its seventh season and Robbie and I have been playing golf with this fun bunch for about two years. It is relaxed and not (too) competitive and great thing about this group is that we all play at different standards but are able to play together harmoniously.

The green fees are usually a couple of extra dollars than what the course it charging - this is to cover the prizes up for grabs on the day, as well as the convenience of having your groups, cards and bookings all done for you. Well worth it.

So I've just finished a round of golf at Dorset Golf Course. A neat 18 hole course in the outer Eastern suburbs of Melbourne. While by itself it wasn't a challenging course, factor in 30+ degree heat and a wind gusts of over 50km/h you've got you're self a challenge. Took me a few holes to warm up, and certainly played a better back 9 than I did on the front. But by the end of the 18th I was really to call it a day - need to build up my golfing fitness, having not played in a little while (sounds a bit funny coming from someone who regularly goes running, but it truly is a different type of fitness).

Anyway, all are welcome at UGLi golf, whether it be one or two rounds, or sign up for the entire season fighting it out for the UGLi cup (Season Four winner was yours truly).

If your interested in playing a round with us you can find all the details on the UGLi golf Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/UGLiGolf

Or email Ugligolf@gmail.com

Megan x

Trying something new

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Trying something new

Hi. Welcome to my new blog. Megan Adores.

Megan Adores is my new creative outlet to share with the world the things I love to do, to give my favourite things a voice for others to enjoy as well. I have enjoyed creative things all my life (craft, millinery, renovating and interior styling) but writing is something I have not tackled in a LONG time (Think: school/uni days over a decade ago), so I am really looking forward to putting pen to paper (or finger to iPad).

Some of the my favourite topics I will be writing about in the coming weeks and month are:

Golf

Races @ Flemington

Running

Online shopping

Diet and nutrition

Interior styling and renovating

Sport

...As well as some other new things I stumble across the way of my blogging journey.

So I hope you will join me, where I can share the things I adore, inspire you to try something new, or simply catch up on what I am doing in the best city in the world - Melbourne. I am not well travelled but you don't need to eat all the foods across the world to know how amazing chocolate is, right?!?

Enjoy! And feel free to drop me a line.

Megan x

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