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!

Portobello West – Fall Market (Sept 22 & 23, 2012)

The Portobello West Fall Market will on on from 11am-5pm on Saturday and Sunday, September 22 and 23rd at the Creekside Community Centre in Athlete’s Village. It only costs $2 (children 12 and under are free) and is a great way to shop for locally made art, clothing, accessories, and sweets! Be sure to ask for a Shop Local […]

Whitney Krutzfeldt – WCK Photography

“You don’t make a photograph just with a camera. You bring to the act of photography all the pictures you have seen, the books you have read, the music you have heard, the people you have loved.” – Ansel Adams And so begins the photographer’s journey. Taking inspiration from her travels and other beautiful sights […]

Behind the Culinary Scene on the Sapphire Princess Cruiseship

All aboard the Sapphire Princess! A select group of Vancouver food and lifestyle bloggers were invited aboard the Sapphire Princess Cruise Ship to learn about what goes on behind the scene in cruise ship dining. We were introduced to a international group of culinary specialists from around the world – including from the Phillipines, Canada and […]

Barre Fitness Yaletown Blogger Challenge & MMV Giveaway for 2-Week Passes

Over 2 short years Barre Fitness in Yaletown has brought a unique style of fitness under the motto “creating happiness through health”. With a second studio already opened on the North Shore, this franchise is quickly growing to become a fitness favourite. You’ll quickly realize most instructors already have a fitness background, be it a […]

CocoaNymph – East Vancouver Grand Opening (September 22, 2012)

Chocolate lovers unite for the grand opening of CocoaNymph’s second location at 4 West 7th Avenue. Come join the celebration on September 22, 2012 from 11am-7pm, where guests can enjoy live music, tasty treats, and take a tour of the new space, located just off of Main Street. In addition to a “sinful selection of […]

5 Off the Beaten Path Pubs to Check out in Vancouver

While lots of blogs provide tips on getting out of town on the cheap, some of the best pub and bar spots can be found right here in our own backyard. To give just five examples, here are some of Vancouver’s treasures, hidden just far enough away from the mainstream crowd that they’ve retained their […]