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: Get Ugly and Do Good at the 14th Annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Party (December 18)

Known as the ‘Original Ugly Christmas Sweater Party’ hundreds of sweater wearing Vancouverites will flock to the Commodore Ballroom on Friday December 18th for this annual holiday bash.

MARKET: Make It! Returns to PNE Forum with 250 Vendors Supporting the Handmade Revolution (Dec 3 to 6)

With over 250 artists from all over Canada, this is the perfect place to shop for one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list.

Top 3 Irresistible Sweets at Circle Craft Christmas Market 2015

One of the most welcomed surprises of this years show is the growing number of gourmet food crafters. If you have a sugar tooth you won’t be able to resist these sweet vendors:

Vancouver Holiday Market & Craft Fair Round Up: December 2015

The holidays are my favourite time of year to support the Vancouver crafting community by buying unique, one-of-a-kind handmade gifts for friends and family. Here is a round up of Holiday Markets and Craft Fairs, happening in Vancouver in December 2015.

An Insider’s Guide to Cirque du Soleil’s KOOZA in Vancouver

Read on for an insider’s guide to Cirque du Soleil’s KOOZA in Vancouver, find out interesting facts about The Big Top, the inspiration behind the costumes and music, and a peek at my three favourite acts from the show.

MARKET: The 3rd Annual East Van HAM (December 12)

The East Van HAM (Holiday Artist Market) is back for its third year, at a new location just off Commercial Drive at 1739 Venables Street on Saturday December 12 from 12pm to 6pm.