Author: Vanessa Choot

As a lifelong Vancouverite, there’s a pride and joy that comes from being one of the first to discover something new in your city – and then sharing about that experience. That’s the feeling that’s fueled Vanessa Choot’s passion for blogging and content creation on her Canadian lifestyle blog modernmixvancouver.com. Since 2008, Vanessa has kept her readers and followers ‘in the know’ on local happenings, facilitating for the discovery and support of brands, businesses, and experiences available in Vancouver. Vanessa combines her expertise in living a modern Vancouver lifestyle with an approachable relatability that inspires her followers to think – hey, if she can do it, I can too! It’s no surprise that most of the content on Modern Mix Vancouver is influenced by Vanessa’s tastes and interests. So get to know her likes and dislikes for a sense of what Modern Mix Vancouver can bring to you!

Silkberry Baby Review: Get 15% off with “modernmix15” discount code

If you’ve been searching for a Silkberry Baby discount code, you’re in the right place. Silkberry Baby discount code: use modernmix15 for 15% off at checkout (no minimum spend, not valid with other offers) In this post, I’m sharing my experience, plus everything you need to know if you’re looking at Silkberry Baby clothing or reading through […]

Brave Bugs: Kids Rain Jackets with Patterns That Appear When Wet

Rainy days don’t have to mean grumpy kids or soggy clothes. Enter Brave Bugs, a Vancouver-based small business creating kids’ rain jackets with patterns that appear when wet—a feature that makes rainy walks, playground adventures, and puddle-jumping way more fun. Hidden “Magic Print” Kids Jackets These jackets use invisible ink to reveal hidden designs whenever […]

BYOMA Skincare Launches at Sephora Canada

One of the world’s fastest-growing skincare brands, BYOMA, is officially arriving at Sephora Canada on April 1, bringing its barrier-first, clinically backed formulas to even more beauty lovers across the country. Since its founding in 2022, BYOMA has built a loyal global following thanks to its simplified, science-driven approach to repairing and maintaining healthy skin. […]

Hiya Kids Multivitamin Canada: Hiya Kids Vitamins Reviews

As parents, we all want to feel confident that our kids are getting the nutrients they need to grow, thrive, and stay healthy. But between picky eating, busy schedules, and constantly changing preferences, it’s not always easy to cover all the nutritional bases. That’s why so many families are turning to Hiya—and now that Hiya […]

Spotted at CHFA NOW Vancouver: Health & Wellness Product & Flavour Trends for 2026

It was another inspiring weekend at CHFA NOW Vancouver, an industry trade show focused on natural, organic, and wellness products — especially in the food and consumer packaged goods space. With hundreds of vendors exhibiting over the two-day event, I walked the entire show floor, speaking with brands and founders while discovering and sampling new […]

Review: Kid-Friendly Pizza-Making Experience at Rocky Mountain Flatbread (Vancouver)

If you’re searching for kid-friendly restaurants in Vancouver that offer more than just a children’s menu, Rocky Mountain Flatbread’s Sunday-night kids’ pizza-making experience is one of our family’s most-loved outings. We’ve been many times over the years, so this post is a first-hand review of what the experience is really like with toddlers and young […]