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!

Vancouver Farmers’ Markets – Summer 2013 Markets Schedule

The Vancouver Farmers Markets are back for summer 2013! With five different locations around the lower mainland and various days and times, each farmers market is unique to reflect the character of the diverse neighbourhoods that host them. Expect to see farm vendors with fruits and veggies, prepared food vendors with baked goods and various […]

Vancouver Designer Spotlight: Meiku Designs

Karen Fung is the designer behind the Vancouver-based jewellery line Meiku Designs, which offers “modern jewellery for the urban bohemian”. Strongly inspired by a combination of westcoast natural beauty, as well as the Japanese philosophy of “Wabi Sabi” which is the acceptance of imperfection and seeing the beauty created by it, Karen uses stones with […]

McDonald’s Signature McWrap Launches in Canada & MMV Giveaway for a Picnic Kit

The newest addition to the McDonald’s Canada menu is the Signature McWrap, which is already widely popular in Europe and is finally across the pond here in Canada. The McDonald’s Signature McWrap was developed based on research that Canadians are looking for menu options that are prepared quickly and suitable for take-out, especially during lunchtime. According to […]

Snackbox by Foodee – April Subscription Box & 50%-off Discount Code

If you were at Modern Mix Vancouver’s 5 Year Anniversary & Reader Appreciation Party, you probably visited the Snackbox by Foodee booth at our event! Snackbox is a Vancouver-based subscription service, which delivers delicious and healthy snacks to your door on a monthly basis and begins at $33/month. In April’s Snackbox, we received everything from […]

First Date Ideas for Couples in Vancouver

There’s so much to think about when planning the perfect first date. Do you pick the place or leave the choice up to your date? Do you meet at a bar and see how things go, or make a dinner reservation and hope you have enough to talk about before the food comes? Luckily, in […]

Mimi McQueen – A Dress for Every Occasion

With the grad, prom and wedding season on its way, this is the perfect time of year to visit Mimi McQueen. Since 2004, Mimi McQueen has been a retail destination for a vast and affordable selection of special event wear. In fact, the Metropolis at Metrotown location just moved to a new location in the mall […]