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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!

Aruhndara – Spice & Shine Body Scrub & MMV Giveaway

I recently starting using the organic Spice & Shine Gel Body Scrub from Aruhndara Bath & Body Boutique in Yaletown.  Products at Aruhndara are imported directly from Thailand and known for their beautiful and exotic fragrances. Spice and Shine is made up of these four main scents: tamarind, ginger, turmeric and marigold flower.  The main scent […]

Romeo + Juliet Boutique – 3 Year Anniversary Sale (Jan 25 to 28, 2013)

Romeo + Juliet Boutique (3457 Cambie Street) is celebrating their three-year anniversary with an in-store sale from Jan 25 to 27.  The boutique on Cambie Street offers mens and ladies styles from LA, New York and Australia.  Ladies brands the boutique carries include Splendid, Kensie, Melissa Shoes, Hudson Jeans, Central Park West, LNA, Joe’s Jeans, J Brand, […]

Moxie’s Grill and Bar – Bocuse d’Or Culinary Olympics

By Kenneth Law, Modern Mix Vancouver writer Modern Mix Vancouver would like to extend a round of applause and a well-wishing toast to Chef Alex Chen (Culinary Architect for Moxie’s Grill and Bar) on his entry to the bienniel Bocuse d’Or championship. Widely considered to be amongst the most prestigious culinary competitions in the world (alongside […]

Winter Sunsets in Yaletown

We had some really great winter weather this weekend in Vancouver. It’s not too often we get an entire winter weekend of sunshine without rain.  A chilly but sunny afternoon makes for a lovely winter walk – as long as you are properly bundled up. These were some photos I took – they are too […]

Dirty Apron Cooking School – Team Building Group Events

Modern Mix Vancouver was at the opening of Dirty Apron Cooking School back in 2009.  Over three years later, I’ve finally had a chance to return as a “student” for a team building event with my workplace.  As a recap, Dirty Apron was opened by the same owners as Chambar and Medina and provides gourmet […]

About Modern Mix Vancouver​

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 a approachable relatability that inspires her followers to think – hey, if she can do it, I can too!

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