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: Obakki Warehouse Sale (June 12 & 13)

Founded in Vancouver, Obakki is an internationally renowned brand, with celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Hudson and Zooey Deschanel wearing their pieces.

Okanagan Spring Brewmaster’s Dinner at Mamie Taylor’s

Coinciding with the start of Vancouver Craft Beer Week 2015, Okanagan Spring hosted a Brewmaster’s Dinner at Mamie Taylor’s with Stefan Tobler. Does that name sound familiar? It’s because his brewmaster signature can be found on the neck of every Okanagan Spring bottle! Five brews of Okanagan Spring (1516 Bavarian Lager, Pale Ale, Sonder Hefeweizen, […]

Top 10 Booze-Inspired Father’s Day Gift Ideas Under $100

From a DIY Bitters Kit which’ll inspire his inner mixologist, to a spicy new rum aged in charred oak barrels, here are 10 drink inspired Father’s Day Gift ideas.

Grapes & Soda: Vancouver’s First Natural Wine Bar is Now Open

Introducing Grapes & Soda: Vancouver’s first natural wine and cocktail bar which features an array of natural, organic and biodynamic wines paired with seasonally inspired small plates.

5 Highly Anticipated Blockbuster Hits to Watch This Summer

Blockbuster season has begun, here are some movies to look forward to this summer at Silvercity Metropolis.

EVENT: Gems & Juice: Vancouver Jewelry Designer Pop-Up Night at The Juice Truck (May 29)

Join Georgia from Social Experiment, Sarah from Sweet Harriet Design Co and Keri Rowe from Costal Chains for a evening of Gems and Juice at The Juice Truck storefront at W.5th x Ontario on May 29. Come see what three local designers are up to, enjoy a little juice (aka wine) and snacks and perhaps some shopping. For more information […]