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 Yaletown – November Promotion

Last month, we wrote about the new Aruhndara Thai bath and body boutique in Yaletown. Boutique owner Khanita Chakritthakoon promised that if I visited her again, I’d get to experience one of her amazing neck and shoulder massages which comes from over 15 years of experience working in the spa industry in both Thailand and Vancouver. With […]

LUSH – “Fun” Multi-Purpose Moldable Soap

LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics has done it again and invents yet another fun, colourful product; be a kid again and have some “FUN”! The newest product from LUSH is a multi-purpose, moldable soap which acts as a 4-in-1 product for body, hands, hair and bath. You play with it like Playdough, molding it into different shapes […]

Orb & Arson Clothing – Warehouse Sale (Nov 9 to 12, 2012)

The Orb and Arson Clothing Warehouse Sale is happening from November 9 to 12 at the River Rock Casino in Richmond. Save up to 80% off on tops, sweaters, bags, winter coats and more. For more details, see the sale flyer below.

VanEats Dining Pass – “Whet Your Appetite”

Whet Kitchen.Bar.Patio has been open on Granville Island for about a year and a half and serves West Coast inspired dishes. They are currently offering a promotion on behalf of VanEats.ca for a $30 set-menu dining pass which includes two appetizers, one main course and two sleeves of beer. Our dinner at Whet Kitchen Bar […]

MMV Weekend Getaway at the Hotel Grand Pacific in Victoria, BC

Modern Mix Vancouver recently visited Victoria for a weekend getaway at the Hotel Grand Pacific, located right on the beautiful Inner Harbour in the heart of downtown Victoria. Upon arrival on Friday night, I was greeted with hints of what the weekend had in store for me: Thomas Haas truffles and gelees and a tin of […]

Circle Craft Christmas Market 2012 (November 7 to 11) & MMV Giveaway for a Pair of Tickets

It’s that time of year again! The 39th annual Circle Craft Christmas Market is back at the Vancouver Convention Centre West from Wednesday November 7 to Sunday November 11. Over 300 artisans from across North America will come together for this annual market. With artisans, artists, and crafters from all disciplines, including pottery, wood, glass, metal, […]