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!

Easy Beauty Remedies with Vancouver-Based Naked Coconuts & MMV Giveaway for a Trio of Products

It seems like coconut has recently become a hot and widespread ingredient in the heath and wellness sphere. In the Spring, we wrote about DAVIDsTEA’s seasonal tea box which included Coconut Oolong. At MMV’s 5 Year Party, we included samples of The Simply Bar in our goodie bags, which had a Coconut Lemon flavour. In the summer, […]

Free Ice Skating at Robson Square Ice Rink (Nov 15, 2013 to Feb 28, 2014)

The Zamboni is getting dusted off and ready for another season at Robson Square Ice Rink! Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, this seasonal, outdoor ice rink is opening on November 15, 2013 at 1:00pm and will be open all through the Christmas Holidays, including Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Hours of operation are as […]

Weekend Brunch Series – The Roof at Black + Blue (1032 Alberni St)

Black + Blue is a steakhouse on Alberni Street, owned by The Glowbal Group. One of restaurant’s most talked about feature is probably “The Roof”, which is Vancouver’s largest rooftop dining destination, accessible via elevator, on the third floor of the building. Despite the fall-going-on-winter season, the rooftop patio is under cover and heated so […]

Three Festive Reasons to Love the Holidays at West Elm

Last month, West Elm started rolling out seasonal products at their South Granville location. This year, the store is sectioned off into three different holiday themes, which gives us three festive reasons to love the holidays at West Elm. Depending on the decor of your home and your personal taste, I’m sure each theme will […]

Harry Rosen Partners with Canadian Artist to create a Vancouver Pocket Square

For the first time ever, Harry Rosen has teamed up with an artist to create a collection of special-edition pocket squares. Designed by award-winning Canadian illustrator Gary Taxali, these Canadian-themed 100% Italian silk pocket squares feature the cities of Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, and of course, our city Vancouver. Gary Taxali’s work has appeared in […]

Black Friday Weekend Sale at Metropolis at Metrotown

On Nov 29, Metropolis will be opening their doors at 7am for their first-ever Black Friday Sale! In addition to door-crasher deals from retailers, they are also offering up several prizes over the weekend: Surprise Gift Card: The first 250 people in line at Atrium Court on Black Friday will also receive a Metropolis gift […]