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!

Mail a Valentine’s Day Card Through Vancouver’s Just Greet

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This February, Vancouver’s joyful new start-up JustGreet.com will be helping those across the country exchange paper valentines.

Birchbox Launches “ARROW” Beauty & Skincare Line for Girls Who Workout

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Inspired by the evolution of the athleisure trend, ARROW features makeup, skincare and body products that are lightweight, long-wearing and refreshing – designed to enhance natural beauty during and after physical activity.

EVENT: 2016 BC Home + Garden Show (Feb 17 to 21)

This is BC’s second-largest consumer show, attracting 425+ local vendors, features and experts to bring real inspiration and advice to more than 55,000 visitors over five days.

L’Occitane Releases Shea Butter Solidarity Balm for International Women’s Day

Every year, L’Occitane En Provence creates a one-of-a-kind, limited-edition Shea Butter product to celebrate International Women’s Day.

Luvo’s Nutritious Frozen Dinners Now Available in Vancouver

Luvo offers chef-inspired, nutritionist-approved microwavable meals, for people with busy lifestyles who don’t always have the time to cook healthy meals for themselves.

A Review of Made-in-BC Holy Crap Cereal

Originally named Hapi Food cereal and sold at Farmers Markets on the Sunshine Coast, Brian changed the name to “Holy Crap Cereal” when one of their very fist customers said, “Holy Crap… this is amazing!”.