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!

Acrobatic-Inspired “Acroyoga” Gaining Popularity in Vancouver: It’s Easier Than It Looks!

There’s a new trend gaining popularity in the yoga community: it’s called Acroyoga, and the photo opps are endless! Acroyoga combines acrobatics and yoga, and is practised with a minimum of two people. Like yoga, you rely on strength, posture, stability and balance to strike a pose, but instead of flying solo, you practise Acroyoga with a partner and […]

Vancouver Weekend Brunch Series: Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar at Sutton Place Hotel

Since opening its doors at the iconic Sutton Place Hotel a year ago, Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar has quickly carved out a reputation as one of Vancouver’s must-try new restaurants thanks in large part to the celebrated cuisine of Executive Chef Alex Chen.

NOSH is the New Quick Service Dining Concept at Telus Garden Opened by The Glowbal Group

Inspired by cravings, Nosh by Glowbal Restaurant Group is a modern grab-and-go eatery and pâtisserie in Vancouver’s newest landmark, TELUS Garden.

Free Frozen Yogurt at Menchie’s Grand Opening Event in Yaletown (July 25, 2015)

On Saturday July 25, Menchie’s Yaletown will be hosting a grand opening event with free frozen yogurt from 11am to 4pm, and 50% off frozen yogurt from 4pm to 11pm.

Toronto’s Beauty Franchise “The Ten Spot” Opens First Vancouver Location in Yaletown

The Ten Spot is a beauty bar franchise based out of Toronto, which just opened its first Vancouver location in Yaletown.

Introducing The Keg’s Lobster-Inspired Summer 2015 Menu

The annual lobster-inspired summer menu from The Keg Steakhouse + Bar is back. Modern Mix Vancouver was invited to a mouth-watering dinner at the Alberni Street location to celebrate summer with fresh hard-shell, full-meat North Atlantic lobster from Canada’s East Coast.