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!

Top five lessons learned from Oakley Canada in 2013

Over the past year, I’ve had the opportunity to follow the adventures of Oakley Ambassadors, an inspiring group of Canadian women who have a positive and active outlook on life. Having interviewed several of the ambassadors throughout the course of the year, I heard first-hand about their drive to stay fit and healthy, their initiatives […]

Protecting Your Skin from Cold Weather with Racinne’s Ultimate Hydra Perfection

In preparation for colder winter weather and to protect my skin from drying out, I started to use the Ultimate Hydra Perfection line by Racinne. Although the brand is fairly new to Canada (and currently available only in BC), Racinne is a global company whose mandate is to “Celebrate Your Skin”. What’s a better way […]

12 Hostess Gift Ideas Under $30 For Your Next Holiday Party

Tired of bringing the same gift to your holiday parties? Here are some fresh new ideas for hostess gifts which will get you a return invitation to any party you attend!

A Modern Mix Vancouver Month in Photos (November 2013)

What was Modern Mix Vancouver up to in November 2013? Here’s a recap of the past month through a selection of photos.

MMV Weekend Brunch Series: Farmer’s Apprentice

Walking up to the entrance of The Farmer’s Apprentice for Saturday brunch reminds me of visiting someone’s home – the porch with two picnic tables and flowers on the table gives the restaurant’s first impression a welcoming and homey feel. Upon entering the cozy restaurant, you step into a rustic, farm-like environment: wooden counters, old window […]

EVENT RECAP: Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Select Tastemaker’s Event at Clough Club

Modern Mix Vancouver was invited to an exclusive “Tastemaker” event at Clough Club on behalf of Jack Daniel’s. Celebrating the Canadian launch of their limited edition Sinatra Select whiskey, we attended an evening of mingling, live music and tastings. For those of you who don’t know (and I certainly didn’t), the singer Frank Sinatra had […]