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!

Showcase Your Ideas for a Better Vancouver with an Urban Intervention (June 6, 2015)

On Saturday, June 6, 2015, hundreds of Vancouverites will unite in conducting acts of “urban intervention”: small actions to improve our city and foster a sense of community. Led by the organization 100in1Day Vancouver, an urban intervention is a community-based project led by an individual, community-based group, or an organization. These projects, be they whimsical and […]

Shop for Spring Fitness & Yoga Apparel at J76 Athletic Wear

As the weather warms up in Vancouver and we start seeing sunshine more frequently, most of us here in the Lower Mainland start to have fitness on our minds again. Perhaps you’re thinking of refreshing your wardrobe with new athletic apparel? Although Metropolis at Metrotown has an impressive selection of fitness apparel shops (including Nike […]

Fashion Ideas from 50 Shades of Grey

Clothes or more pertinently fashion ideas are not what first come to mind when you think of the extremely popular bestseller 50 Shades of Grey. Nevertheless, there are certain outfits within the film and book that really stand out, and they should be taken notice of. Thus, below are a list of fashion ideas from the film, which […]

Love Your Hair with John Frieda’s New Spring Beauty Picks

This Spring, John Frieda has added a new product to its Luxurious Volume collection: the 7 Day Volume In-Shower Treatment . I absolutely LOVE it and can notice a difference.

Vancouver Weekend Brunch Series: The Union in Chinatown

The Union in Chinatown offers an Asian-fusion brunch menu with menu offerings including a Breakfast Bahn Mi (Vietnam), Bangalore Hash (India) and Pandesal French Toast (Philippines).

Hammam & Gommage Steam Room and Exfoliation Treatment from Miraj Hamman Spa

The Hammam & Gommage steam room and exfoliation treatment from Miraj Hamman Spa was one of most unique spa experiences I have encountered in Vancouver. I have driven by Miraj Hamman Spa many times when crossing the Granville Street bridge into downtown, but never thought to check it out until I was recently invited in […]