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Your fun, fashion guide to Moonee Valleys premier season.

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he starting gates have whipped open for this year’s Spring Racing Carnival, with loads of

spectacular horse racing action ahead.

Melburnians love their gee-gees and, at this time of year, the whiff of horse leathers is the

fragrance of choice, especially if you live in the Moonee Valley. And there’s nothing like a day

out at the races to lift the spirits by being part of the buzz unique to this vibrant area.

Of course, this wonderful carnival is not just about the horses. It’s just as much about the

f-words: fashion, food and fun times with friends.

The following pages are filled with ideas for fashionistas wanting to make a splash on race

day. Check out some of the latest styles to be found in trendy boutiques, all within a gallop of

the tracks. You will also find ideas for jewellery accessories and make-up to add pizzazz to

your glam race-day outfits.

If you’re planning on going the whole hog with friends (and why stop at less?), a picnic

hamper packed with foodie treats is a must. If you want some ideas, read the story on page

34 for some inspiration.

The track, the bookmakers’ ring, the mounting yard, the stands, the marquees, the lawns:

whichever is your favourite hangout, there will be no shortage of excitement, eye candy and

elegance at this year’s Carnival – studded with stars on and off the track.

Moonee Ponds CentralSpring racing essentials

What’s on at Moonee Valley Racecourse

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Showgrounds VillagesLook your best from top to toe

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Boathouse RestaurantCracker raceday brekkie and dinnerspecials

Picnic Grab a Proveta hamper or bringyour own.

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The first thing that strikes one about the Boathouse is that it looks like it’s always been there, a rooted part of the Moonee Ponds landscape. The children’s parks, the Maribyrnong River, people walking and talking from bridge to bridge, kids laughing – all of these make up its essential fabric.It’s a meeting place, an entry in people’s diaries and, of course, an eating place. It’s the kind of restaurant that

feels like home, somewhere to share a cup of coffee, a

pizza or a little tapas with a glass of wine.

General manager Paul Romanella says: “We’ve been

listed in The Age Good Food Guide since opening, but

it’s about more than that. We’re not aiming for a chef’s

hat like our big brother, Fenix in Richmond; we’re forging

our own identity but with the same drive for excellence.”

What you can expect

We always said from the beginning that we wanted it to be the Stokehouse of the West, people’s favourite place.

The Boathouse has a team of chefs who have shared time in some of Melbourne’s most famous kitchens – the likes of The Press Club, Cumulus and Cutler & Co.Great ingredients, simple food with bags of flavour is what they deliver. “ After travelling to New York this year, Gary decided the burger had to come back here. Perfect fat 100 per cent beef, soft American bun, mustard and, of course, pickles! You just can’t beat it,” Paul says. “But that’s not all we have because we love our food.”Mediterranean-inspired at heart, the chefs also feel free to cook a little of what they love, playing with ingredients

and techniques. They have a real belief in their wood-

fired pizzas being the best – and they are certainly real

temptations. One of the most popular features house-

cured prosciutto, pear and blue cheese. Another is lamb

with mushy peas and mint, and traditionalists will find the

Calabrese hard to go past.

The menu is constantly changing, with the chefs inspired

by the bounty of each season: fresh, simple and delicious

is the focus. Mezze shared dishes and seafood, such as

whole flounder served with lemon and kipfler spuds,

share the menu with many family-friendly dishes.

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Gourmet PizzaSpring Racing Carnival menu:

Designed especially for race-goers, The Boathouse is

putting on a cracker breakfast and dinner on Cox Plate

(October 22) and Melbourne Cup (November 1) days.

BREAKFAST $20

Morning Glory: A glass of champagne and OJ

Tea or freshly brewed coffee (Veneziano label)

Eggs your way, sausage, roasted tomato, mushies,

sautéed spinach, hash brown and toast

House cured salmon, served with poached eggs,

hollandaise sauce, avocado and rocket

The Boathouse breakfast pizza – topped with crispy

bacon, mushies and poached eggs

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Mezze platter for two OR dessert of choice

A chef’s special of three main course choices

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We’ve got racing fashion covered with everything from designer dresses, suits, shoes and accessories to everyday brands.

Pamper yourself at one of our many health and beauty stores, then stop by for a deliciousbreakfast, lunch or dinnerand soak up the Spring Sunshine and carnival atmosphere.

STREET ENTERTAINMENT Entertainment on Saturday 8th,

15th and 22nd of October, including

The Dixie Kings Jazz Band and Facepainters.


Visit us between Flemington Racecourse & the Melbourne Showgroundsat 320 Epsom Road in Ascot Vale | Ph: 03 8805 5299

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aving a picnic taps into a rich vein of tradition. It’s the kind of

gathering that evokes childhood memories of Sunday drives

to the country, stopping by a river and getting out the blanket

on which to spread the homemade goodies.

A picnic at the races is also a traditional affair, one that has people

of all ages ready to get into the spirit of the day. It’s quite simply

the best way for a group of friends to create their home base from

which the whole day’s fun and festivities flow.

There are quite a few outlets where you can buy a hamper packed

with eat-treats. Provata Urban Larder and Café in Ascot Vale is one

such provedore of all things delicious, with owner Steve’s hampers

taking out the hassle of preparing food yourself.

But if you do want to prepare your own hamper - a way to get

exactly what you and your friends like to eat - and probably costing

less, here are a few ideas to help inspire you:

he fillies on the field don’t have to worry about the colours they wear

because the decision’s made for them. But let’s face it: what we wear

to the races is an all-important choice, often agonised over for weeks

ahead. Our minds race with possibilities and questions. Fascinator or hat?

Sexy heel or sensible flat? Will it rain, be horribly hot or chillingly cold?

Glamorous and sophisticated or chic and casual?

While we regrettably have no say in the weather, the choice of outfit is

made loads easier with all the trendy stores found on Puckle Street, Coles

Showgrounds and Moonee Ponds Central shopping centres. Gals are actually

spoilt for choice – but this can be its own sweet dilemma.

From the top: last year was all about the 1920’s cloche-style hats, this

year sees a resurgence of the 70’s raffia hats – but fascinators are always

spot on.

As for hair, up-dos can be tricky in windy conditions but can look Audrey

Hepburn-great under a fascinator. Long hair, out loose and in top condition,

is a girl’s best fashion accessory and complements just about any outfit.

Perky short hair can be its own perfect head covering, but also looks sassy

under a fascinator.

In the centre: Vintage is still on-trend so a romantic dress from the 50s is

race-day perfect. Block colours, with bold pieces played against each other,

are a fresh direction so rival the jockeys with a loud, proud statement.

At the bottom: Shoes should be sexy but not treacherous, so a wedge can

be a good option for navigating the track precinct. Gladiator sandals and

stacked heels are still on the catwalks this season.

When it’s all said and done, the best piece of fashion advice? Be yourself,

walk like the queen of trackside and you’ll be a head turner for all the

right reasons.

For the first time ever a stylish racegoer has the chance to

become the ‘Face of Tatts Cox Plate’.

The competition will be run on Tatts Cox Plate Day,

October 22, and is presented by styletread.com.au.

For details go to www.coxplate.com.au.

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Just a short trot

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Plus our new concept Coles store

& 1st Choice Liquor

Our Foodies

• Pacino’s Italian Restaurant

• Provata Urban Lader & Cafe

• Showgrounds Fish & Chips

• Red Rocks Charcoal Chicken

• Noodle Culture

• Ray’s Patisserie

• Kebab World

Fashion

• Aminosity Boutique

• Mistique Runway

• Little Gumnuts Children’s wear

Lifestyle

• Bicycle Superstore

• Jetts 24 hour Ntness

Health & Beauty

• Amcal Pharmacy

• Showgrounds Medical Centre

• Vanity Hair & Beauty

• Magic Massage

Great Gifts & Homewares

• A Secret Garden Florist

• Bargain Trendz

• Floor Decor Persian Rug Gallery

Services

• Brown Gouge Dry Cleaning

• Showgrounds News & Lotto

Community

• Try Youth & Community Services

• Showgrounds Children’s Centre

Showgrounds Village

Coming Soon

Visit us between Flemington Racecourse & the Melbourne Showgroundsat 320 Epsom Road in Ascot Vale | Ph: 03 8805 5299


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