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!

IKEA Richmond – Grand Opening (April 25, 2012)

Modern Mix Vancouver was invited to a preview of the new IKEA (located right beside the old IKEA it is replacing) in Richmond. Catered bite-sized nibbles and drinks were served in the massive IKEA Restaurant, which is able to seat 600+ people. There was a definite, noticeable difference in size compared to the old IKEA […]

Stila Cosmetics – Vibrant in Vancouver

Stila Cosmetics is releasing a new limited edition travel palette designed exclusively for Vancouver Stila girls! The West Coast inspired “Vibrant in Vancouver” palette features five eye shadow shades, a lip & cheek Convertible Colour, mirror and how-to face chart. Stila’s newest palette will give BC beauties a gorgeous beach glow all summer long. The “Vibrant in […]

Verve Hair Lounge & Redken's Ammonia-Free Colour Line

Located in Lonsdale in North Vancouver and a quick seabus ride away from downtown Vancouver, Verve Hair Lounge prides itself on being a customer-centric and welcoming lounge with a downtown feel. When you’re getting a 3+ hour hair cut and colour, you have plenty of time to make yourself comfortable and get to know your stylist!

Women in Leadership Foundation – 7th Annual BC Women in Business Luncheon (May 2, 2012)

Join the Women in Leadership Foundation for the 7th annual BC Women in Business Luncheon and listen to inspirational women from different industries share their journeys of leadership, how they overcame obstacles along the way, and the best tips for success they have ever received. Ultimately, their stories of success and wisdom become ours to […]

SALONTEA – first Canadian location opening May 2012 in Vancouver

Enjoy Life. Drink Tea. Celebrate Often. Introducing Tracy Stern SALONTEA, a New York-based tea boutique that’s opening up its first Canadian boutique in Vancouver’s South Granville district in May 2012. Not just your average cup of tea, SALONTEA is a sought-after sipping-must for Royals and celebrities such as Oprah and Rihanna; attracting widespread global attention […]

Kiehl's – Recycle and Be Rewarded (Apr 18 to 30, 2012)

From April 18th to 30th, bring in your empty containers to any Kiehl’s Canada location and receive a complimentary Kiehl’s starter kit. I don’t have much other information – I found this out through Twitter. Guess you’ll have to go in-stores to find out what the kit consists of! My closest Kiehl’s location is on […]