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!

Odacité Skincare: Formulated Fresh & Preservative-Free

Did you know that on average, skin care products are typically manufactured to survive a shelf life of 2-3 years? However, how can skin care products can stay effective after years in a jar? To keep products “fresh” for several years as it waits to be sold in a store, they are often filled with preservatives and […]

PiDGiN’s East-Meets-West Upscale Fusion Cusine for Dine Out Vancouver

Pidgin combines unique and unusual ingredients in their dishes, highly inspired by Japanese or Korean cuisine, and pairs it with high quality, fresh ingredients and tons of flavour for a buzzworthy and unpredictable Vancouver dining experience.

EVENT: Taste BC 2015 at Pan Pacific Hotel (January 22)

Taste BC, the annual celebration of local food and drink takes place January 22nd, 2015 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Pan Pacific Hotel in downtown Vancouver. Guests will taste, sip and experience BC’s finest wine, beer and spirits accompanied by tasty fare from our best local purveyors. Attractions will include music, door prizes, and a silent auction. […]

Worst Nailpolish Remover: Suncoat All Natural Nail Polish Remover Gel

Suncoat All Natural Nail Polish Remover Gel from Whole Foods is the worst nail polish remover I have ever used – and here’s why.

Allegro Café Opens at Whole Foods Cambie

Formerly the floral section of Whole Foods Cambie, Allegro Café is now open on the second-floor space, and Modern Mix Vancouver was invited to be one of the first Vancouverites to check out the new cafe. The concept of a gourmet cafe to open within a grocery store is not a new concept to Vancouverites – Urban Fare, […]

The Mystic Masala – Commercial Drive’s Aromatherapy Store

Aromatherapy boutique The Mystic Masala features therapeutic essential oils, scented candles and gift sets which will help you begin your year, stress-free. The Mystic Masala was opened last spring with the goal of introducing people to the beauty and wisdom of Ayurveda through exquisite aromatherapy products. Born in South Africa, owner Glynnis Osher immigrated to New York […]