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!

Event Recap: Sparkling Cocktails & Floral Workshop with MARTINI

Celebrating the start of Spring, select Vancouver bloggers were invited by MARTINI (the sparkling wine brand) to attend an evening of cocktail making and a floral workshop at Celsia Florist in Kitsilano.

IÖGO Yogurt: Now Packaged in “Goodness-Sealed” Large Format Pouches

You’ve probably seen IÖGO at your local grocery store, a relatively new yogurt brand which seemed to have popped up out of nowhere. A few short years ago, two major Canadian dairy cooperatives, consisting of 5,000 dairy farmers, merged and formed the IÖGO brand. Looking a bit more into the brand, IÖGO’s parent company is actually a veteran in the yogurt […]

Coming Soon: Tacofino to Open New Location in Yaletown this June

Just in time for Vancouver’s patio weather, Tacofino will be opening a new location in Yaletown this June.

EVENT: 2nd Annual “One Girl Can” Charity Fundraiser (April 21, 2016)

Based out of Vancouver, One Girl Can is a registered charity dedicated to providing educational opportunities to impoverished girls living in highly marginalized areas of sub-Saharan Africa. Founded by AG Hair’s CEO Lotte Davis, April 21, 2016 marks the second annual #IWant2Be fundraiser at The Imperial in Vancouver. Join 400 dynamic influencers and business leaders, including […]

Vancouver’s Saje Natural Wellness Offers 100% Natural Allergy Relief Solutions

Not wanting to become reliant on conventional medication (which may have adverse side affects), many people are turning towards natural allergy relief solutions – like the ones offered by Vancouver-based Saje Natural Wellness.

Saje Robson Street Location Expands with “Saje at Home” Concept

Most recently in Vancouver, Saje has updated their Robson Street location to reflect a new “Saje at Home” concept, which shines a spotlight on their best-selling Healthy Enviro line.