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!

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 […]

Lululemon’s SeaWheeze Half Marathon (August 10, 2013) – Registration Now Open

Lululemon’s Sea Wheeze will likely be the happiest half marathon you run this year. The SeaWheeze isn’t just a run (although that is a big part of it, we admit), it’s a fun-filled weekend you won’t forget. Why not challenge yourself, explore Vancouver, hang out with friends and family, and practice yoga oceanside. The SeaWheeze is […]

5 Cold Weather Tips for Pets in Vancouver

January is one of the coldest months in Vancouver. As we bundle up with jackets, scarves and gloves to keep warm, pets like my Teddy Bear need winter weather protection, too! Even though Teddy may be covered in fur, dogs require more attention when it comes to spending time outdoors in the winter months. Here are some winter […]