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!

6 Exciting Retailers Opening This Fall at Metropolis at Metrotown

The benefits of working in the marketing department of BC’s biggest mall is that I get first-hand information on the latest retailers and promotions at Metropolis at Metrotown. Here are 6 popular retailers opening soon at Metropolis at Metrotown: Victoria’s Secret is opening on October 25th at Metropolis at Metrotown. To celebrate their grand opening, […]

EVENT: Compassion Into Action Pop-Up Organic Café and Marketplace (Wed. Oct 9)

This Wednesday, the 5th annual Compassion into Action food bank fundraiser will take place again at the Vancouver Art Gallery’s Georgia Street Plaza. Stop by between 7am to 3pm and check out the pop-up organic café and marketplace where Vancouverites can purchase delicious local organic food by donation to the Greater Vancouver Food Bank Society. […]

EVENT: FLARE World Runway Tour, presented by TRESemmé (October 1)

For a second year in a row, FLARE Magazine is delivering Canadian fashion-lovers an exclusive, up-close view of the world’s best fall fashion and beauty trends with a live runway production in downtown Vancouver on October 1st. Join FLARE and TRESemmé for an evening of runway fashion, cocktails, treats, appetizers, gift bags and more. In addition to a spectacular runway production, FLARE’s […]

Weekend Brunch Series – Homer St. Cafe & Bar

Inspired by a 1930’s French Bistro, this contemporary corner restaurant on the edge of Yaletown has a “new-vintage” feel to it. The open concept “Chef’s Bar” allows you to see what’s cooking (or roasting) in the kitchen, while oversized windows brighten up the restaurant, even on a rainy day, with an open and airy feel.

Event Recap: DIY Lacquer Tray Workshop at West Elm

Last weekend, Modern Mix Vancouver was treated to a DIY workshop at West Elm on South Granville. The project in question? A West Elm graphic lacquer tray embellished (or should I say, ELMbellished) with black chalkboard paint and silver and gold metallic tape. This crafty project was inspired by Erica Domesek, the New York based blogger of […]

Pink Tartan launches “Washable” Fall/Winter Pieces with Tide Pods

It’s not everyday you hear of an upscale and elegant women’s fashion brand being “washable”. That’s why Pink Tartan’s newest collection is causing a stir in the fashion industry. In partnership with Tide Pods (single-serving sized laundry detergent packets), designer Kim Newport-Mimran of Pink Tartan has created a functional collection of classic staple pieces which […]