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!

Vancouver Designer Spotlight: Chantale Jewelry Designs

Chantale Walker is a Vancouver-based jewelry designer who started making jewelry over 10 years ago. I recently came across her jewelry at Violet Hill Boutique in Steveston (in Richmond) and purchased the Rock Solid Nicole Necklace ($89) for myself. The focal point of the necklace is a chunky amethyst quartz crystal, partially dipped in 14kt […]

Waves Coffee – $2 Matcha Tea Latte Promotion

The Canadian coffee chain Waves Coffee is having a $2 Matcha Tea Latte Promotion. “Crushed whole leaf, Japanese Green Tea and steamed milk make the perfect antioxidant-rich drink for a health conscious Waves goer.” I am very happy about this because Matcha Tea Lattes is my usual coffee shop drink of choice! The sign didn’t specify […]

Philosophy's "Sweet 16" – MMV Giveaway

Philosophy, the bath & beauty brand, celebrated its Sweet 16th birthday last week. To mark the occasion, the limited edition “Sweet 16” shampoo, shower gel and bubble bath was introduced. Last week in Toronto, Robin White, director of international education and global press, greeted Canadian Media at the Windsor Arms Hotel in celebration of Philosophy’s […]

YYoga Warehouse Sale (March 23 & 24, 2012)

YYoga is holding its annual warehouse sale at Rize Mount Pleasant (196 Kingsway x E. 10th Ave) this Friday and Saturday (March 23-24) from 11am to 7pm on Friday and 11am to 5pm on Saturday. Don’t miss your chance to save 50% to 70%-off on yoga clothes, gear, jewelry and lifestyle apparel. Fresh stock will […]

Vancouver Designer Spotlight: Social Experiment – West Coast Inspired Cocktail Rings

Each Social Experiment piece is inspired by the natural beauty of the West Coast. The sun, sand, rain, surf, ancient forests and high mountains of the Pacific Northwest. Vancouver born and raised Georgia Heraty is the designer behind Social Experiment, a collect of West Coast inspired wire-wrapped cocktail rings. Wire-wrapped jewelry always gives its pieces […]

Portobello West – Spring Art & Fashion Market (March 24 & 25, 2012)

For 2012, the Portobello West Art and Fashion Market has evolved into a 2-day market, 4 times a year. This weekend (March 24 and 25) is its season opener at Creekside Community Centre in the Olympic Village. From 11am to 5pm, browse stalls of independent designers as they showcase their locally made art, clothing, accessories, […]