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!

The Color Run debuts in Vancouver (Saturday Sept 14)

Are you looking to run a 5K course, without the pressure of being in a race? Then I have the perfect event for you! The Color Run is debuting in Vancouver on Saturday, September 14. With no official race winner, or times, The Color Run celebrates health, happiness and individuality. Runners of all ages, sizes and fitness […]

It’s More Fun #OnTop & MMV Giveaway for 3 Pinnacle Vodka Party Kits

Armed with so many colourful supplies and a few suggested recipes, this Pinnacle Vodka party allowed me to play hostess to a dozen friends and let my inner bartender shine through.

My 5 Favourite Public Art Pieces in Vancouver

One of the things I love about Vancouver is how there is outdoor public artwork scattered throughout different neighbourhoods in the Lower Mainland. It gives our city character (and some great photo opportunities). Here are some of my favourites. The Words Don’t Fit the Picture – It’s hard to miss this three-dimensional sign with 1280 LED […]

2013 Aritzia Warehouse Sale (August 27 to September 2)

The annual Aritzia Warehouse Sale is back in Vancouver. I’ve been going to this practically every year since I was in early highschool But no longer is it a hush hush “secret” event that’s passed on by word of mouth – the last few years, we have seen posters plastered throughout the city about this […]

Seventeen89 Restaurant + Lounge (1789 Comox Street) opens in Vancouver’s West End

Seventeen89 Restaurant + Lounge is a collaboration between chef Daryle Ryo Nagata and third-generation fisherman Paul Puratich. The duo decided to call it Seventeen89, which as well as the street address (1789 Comox Street), represents a notable time in history: “Big things happened in 1789. The French Revolution began, George Washington took office, Mutiny on the […]

Massimo Dutti Launches Canadian E-Commerce Site

Everything about this Spanish brand conveyed prestige and luxury, down to Massimo Duttti’s royal looking crest-shaped logo. But when I looked deeper into their online store and saw the prices, I was pleasantly surprised that the damage won’t actually be too bad to the wallet.