Uni Semester Reflection (2nd semester, 2nd year)| DancingFashion

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Enjoying a smoothie in the sunshine

Hi everyone,

I am writing this post during my break from uni work. Today I wanted to share a bit of a smoothie recipe. Last year, I received a sample from HerFitnessBox (you may remember the video that I posted... it is linked below) and inside were some sachets from the Green Smoothie Co. I realised I still had one left: the 'super booster'. So last week, I finally tried it.

A little change to my desk...

I updated the frames above my desk.

What do you think?

To see what I had before, check out my room tour video.

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Claisebrook Cove in East Perth
Hi there, I wanted to check in with you all!

Calling for questions!

Name 3 things that are physically close to you. What’s the weather like right now? Do you drive? If so have you crashed? What time did you wake up this morning?

I am thinking about doing a Q & A and I would love to know if you had any questions for me. Message them to me here, on YouTube, Tumblr or Twitter. 

Looking forward to it :)

Hello August

It's a new month!
I am in such a great head space right now.

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Catching up on a beautiful day


I spent the day with my friend Kaitlin, who moved to Melbourne earlier this year. We had lunch at Uncle Joe's on King Street in the city and then walked around, enjoying the sunshine. This is my favourite time of the year in Perth. The weather is absolutely perfect!

Blue sky and only a slight wind



 

My lunch... $14 from Uncle Joe's

 



Making a RAW Cake for the first time!

For my birthday I made a raw cake for the first time. My family enjoyed it so much we now will have raw cakes for all of our birthdays. 

I am calling it the....

Raw Spiced-Apple-Walnut Cake with Cherries

Those were the flavours that we tasted the most.
Watch the video here.

This was definitely an indulgent cake, but it was my birthday so why not?! 

What you will need:
Food Processor

Crust
1 cup walnuts
2 (small) cups dried dates (soaked in water)
1 small green apple (for the tart taste)

Step 1. Put slices of apple in the food processor until fine pieces result.

Step 2. To the apple pieces, add in the walnuts and dates; process until a paste forms.

Step 3. Line a SPRINGFORM pan with baking paper and lightly oil the sides. Spread the crust paste evenly and put the pan in the freezer while you make the second layer. (Use a springform pan for easy serving).

The 'flavouring' mixture
1/2 cup crushed walnuts
A dash of vanilla essence
1 tsp cinnamon
Juice of 1/2 a lemon
1 tsp orange zest

Step 4. Mix all of the flavouring ingredients well in a separate bowl.

Creamy Layer
2 frozen bananas
1/2 cup frozen cherries (if you buy fresh, be sure to remove the stone before freezing)

Step 5. Put the bananas and cherries into the food processor. Process until combined.

Step 6. Add the flavouring mixture to the creamy bananas and cherries and process until smooth.

Step 7. Put the creamy layer directly on top of the crust. (I did not do this initially but would recommend it).

Step 8. Freeze overnight.

Serving:
I suggest to allow the cake to 'thaw' for about 5 minutes before removing the sides of your springform pan.

I decorated the cake with frozen and fresh cherries. 

Cut the cake using a warmed knife.

This cake is very sweet so small slices are best. This cake is raw but don't eat the whole thing by yourself in one sitting :)

Watch the video here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3a0xySfyyI&feature=youtu.be

4 Things I Learned This Semester: Uni Reflection

POTD: A day at the Springs

this was a great day!

Taking a break...

140 Perth

Hi there,
How are you?

Time has flown by. It's already week 12 of semester one...

25 Facts about Me!

What is your middle name?: Marie

What was favourite subject at school?: In high school, my favourite subject was Geography

What is your favourite drink?: Water... so fancy!

What is your favourite song at the moment?: Alive by Nicky Blitz

What is your favourite food?: I look to forward to my salad at dinner everyday. Lettuce, baby spinach, carrot, capsicum, cucumber, red onion, olives and tomatoes drizzled with olive oil and a dash of apple cinder vinegar. But I also really love bean or lentil dishes like dals or stews

What is the last thing you bought?: Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula lip balm

Favourite book of all time?: Catcher in the Rye

Favourite Colour?: Blue

Do you have any pets?: Toby! English cocker spaniel plus two budgies

Favourite Perfume?: Midnight Fantasy by Britney Spears (the first perfume I received as a present about 10 years ago!)

Favourite Holiday?: Skiing at Mt Hotman, Victoria, Australia back in 2006

Are you married?: Nope

Have you ever been out of the country, if so how many times?: Never; hopefully that changes soon

Do you speak any other language?: Unfortunately not; again, hopefully that changes soon

How many siblings do you have?: One sister, Melissa

What is your favourite shop?: I don't really have one... I guess Myer

Favourite restaurant?: The Vegie Bar in Melbourne (I haven't fallen in love with any in Perth)

When was the last time you cried?: Happy tears at my cousin's wedding in March

Favourite Blog?: A Cup of Jessicated Coconut  and Madeleine Shaw

Favourite Movie?: Tough but definitely The Perks of Being a Wallflower

Favourite TV show?: Bates Motel

PC or Mac?: PC

What phone do you have?: Huawei Honor (U8860)

How tall are you?: 173cm

Can you cook?: I suppose I can... I like to try cooking exotic things and never follow recipes correctly... meaning sometimes the end result isn't too flash hehe!

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Hi everyone,

I am approaching week 7 of my uni semester after having a 'study break' this past week. How is it nearly the final stretch of semester 1 already?

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A trip into Flora & Fauna

Flora and Fauna...4/70 Aberdeen Street, Northbridge

Photo from aweekendchef

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Lunch at the Country Road Cafe!

My sister (Melissa) and I went to a hidden cafe inside of the Country Road store on Murray Street in Perth CBD. Special thanks to our Nana who sent us the money to spend on this outing.

I got the Chicken and Mango Salad ($14.5) and Melissa got a Gluten-free panini ($14.5). I tweeted about this and Country Road favourited it! 

Kat's Audrey Hepburn Themed Party

A great evening talking and eating with great friends <3

Movies I have watched in the Summer

Hi everyone,

During the summer I catch up on lots of movies because I deprive myself during the semester. But I usually forget what I watch... here's a list so far and I will add to it from now on :)

In no particular order...
The Invisible sign
Mockingjay
Palo Alto
Little Manhattan
Domestic Disturbance
Stand by Me
The Aristocats

to be continued...

Interactive Summer Bucket list 2015

Hi everyone,

I mentioned in a video that I was wanting to do some exciting things during my summer break. Because it's 2015 I have put 15 things on my list.

1. Find a new cool cafe

Photo from aweekendchef 

Flora and Fauna...4/70 Aberdeen Street, Northbridge
Check out my other post for what we ate!

2. Catch up with friends from school (suggested by Andrea Novoa)

3. Go on a picnic (suggested by Rachel Chen, Andrea Novoa

4. Go to a market (suggested by SimplyKinz, Rachel Chen)

5. Go to a beach

Tims Thicket Beach, WA

6. Try making a raw cake for my birthday (suggested by Rachel)

I filmed the process of making this raw cake so expect a video soon! 

7. Go on a road trip 
Watch the video here!

8. Travel by plane

Traveled from Perth to Melbourne

9. Find a waterfall and lake

10. Shopping in the city

Shopping in Melbourne city

11. Go to Freo!

12. Go on a day trip

13. Hiking

14. Get dressed up for an event
Kat's 19th Bday

My Dress: Sportsgirl
Shoes: Cotton on

15. Volunteer

Ok, so it's April now and I finally did some volunteering at my university. It was completing energy audits which doesn't sound too exciting but I really enjoyed myself and it was great to be exposed to that kind of work.

What's on your bucket list?

-Jessica