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!

Inside WHEAT’s First-Ever Canadian Retail Store in Victoria, BC

If you’re looking for WHEAT Victoria clothing or planning a shopping stop in the city with kids, there’s a new destination in Downtown Victoria worth visiting. Danish kidswear brand WHEAT has opened its first-ever Canadian retail location right in the heart of the city, marking an exciting milestone for WHEAT Canada. WHEAT Victoria opened in […]

Jo’s Italian Deli – New Location on Main Street

If you’re looking for a cheap and cheerful lunch spot in Vancouver that still feels fun and stylish, Jo’s Italian Deli delivers exactly that balance with retro Italian diner vibes, a bright modern interior, and comforting deli classics. Jo’s Italian Deli’s second Metro Vancouver location recently opened at 3998 Main Street. The pasta menu keeps […]

Post Partum Meal Delivery Vancouver: Fresh in Your Fridge Review (10% off with “modernmix10”)

mom with newborn and fresh in your fridge post partum meal delivery bag

This is my third baby so I already know how demanding the postpartum recovery period is for your body while taking care of a newborn. A couple weeks before my due date, I pre-ordered meals made specifically for recovery and nursing, delivered right to my door from Fresh in Your Fridge, a Vancouver-based custom meal […]

Water Bike Vancouver: Go Easy Water Bikes in False Creek Vancouver

Water Bike Vancouver is making waves in False Creek as a simple, active, and uniquely local way to experience the city’s waterfront. Offered by Go Easy Water Bikes, this self-guided experience lets riders explore the water at their own pace with no experience required. Set against Vancouver’s skyline and coastal views, it has quickly become […]

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 […]