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!

A Modern Mix Vancouver Month in Photos (April 2012)

Where was Modern Mix Vancouver in April 2012? A recap of the past month through a selection of photos. Click on the photo to be linked to the article on Modern Mix Vancouver or more information.

Philosophy – Eyes Wide Open

“With eyes wide open, you live your dreams.” Didn’t get the beauty sleep you were hoping for? Don’t let signs of fatigue leave you with a dull, tired appearance. Introducing Philosophy’s instant refreshing and depuffing eye gel, “Eyes Wide Open”. Diminish puffiness and under eye circles, and face the day with a refreshed outlook with […]

Queens Boutique – One-Year Anniversary Sale (Wednesday May 2, 2012)

Queens boutique at 12 E. Cordova Street in Gastown is founded and led by Rose Raflores, a young woman who wants to provide an alternative perspective to independent culture through fashion. Influenced by urban lifestyle rooted in music, fashion, art, and good people, Queens specializes in its own private label line and one-of-a-kind tees. In addition […]

EAT! Vancouver Food & Cooking Festival (June 1 – 3, 2012) & MMV Giveaway for Tickets

EAT! Vancouver is Canada’s largest consumer food, beverage and cooking festival taking place at BC Place Stadium, Vancouver, BC on June 1 – 3, 2012. The food show features hundreds of food, beverage and kitchen goods exhibitors along with wineries, breweries, restaurants, cooking demonstrations, wine and cheese seminars, cookbook authors, and chef competitions. For its […]

Curel Skincare Day Celebration at London Drugs (Saturday April 28, 2012)

As spring and summer approach and we begin to peel back our layers, it’s very important to prepare your skin for the warmer months. Vancouverites will be happy to know that our city is the exclusive Canadian launch location for Curel moisturizers and cleansers (Japan’s number one dry and sensitive skincare brand). On Saturday April […]

Nibz Bandanas – locally made in Whistler, BC

by Alicia Woodside, Modern Mix Vancouver Fitness Writer Growing up, I was a wimpy skier, as my body didn’t adjust well to cold temperatures. Even now, I still feared those cold windy days on the mountain. A couple years back, I was skiing in BC’s spectacular Kootenays and although the landscape is unreal, so is […]