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!

Philosophy – Purity Made Simple Facial Cleansing Gel

Continually looking for shortcuts to combine aspects of my cleansing routine to accommodate a busy schedule, the Facial Cleansing Gel is another rendition of the original, creamy One Step Facial Cleanser. As a personal preference, when it comes to skincare, I tend to prefer gel products to cream products. That’s why I am particularly interested in […]

Playdome at BC Place (March 16 to 20, 2012)

Playdome, Canada’s largest indoor carnival with over 45 rides and attractions is at BC Place from March 16th to 20th. Feel like your floating in air with the Zero Gravity ride, be spun around on the new open air cars of the Ring of Fire and be flung into oblivion on the Super Shot. Popular […]

French Made Baking celebrates Jour du Macaron (March 20, 2012)

Traditionally in France, March 20th is Le Jour du Macaron (Macaron Day). Initiated by famous pastry chef Pierre Hermé, it is now celebrated worldwide and now the tradition has been brought to Vancouver. On March 20th, French Made Baking (81 Kingsway at E. Broadway) will be giving a free macaron to everyone who visits the […]

The Irish Heather & the proper Guinness pour

The beautiful exposed brick walls are decorated with original Guinness posters from the 1950s and the menu is populated with familiar Irish fare such as bangers & mash and pot pie. More importantly, there is zero tolerance for cheesy “plastic paddy” decorations: no green plastic hats, no pictures of shamrocks, and certainly no green beer. This place is the real deal.

Starbucks – Half Price Espresso Afternoons (March 8 to 14)

Espresso half price afternoons are back at Starbucks from March 8th to 14th. Bring in your morning receipt from Starbucks (before 11am) and receive half off any espresso beverage after 2pm.

Thierry celebrates Jour du Macaron (March 20, 2012)

Following in the tradition of the international association Relais Desserts and other macaron festivals around the world, on Tuesday, March 20th, Thierry Chocolaterie Pâtisserie Café will celebrate ‘Jour du Macaron’. Ten per cent of all macaron proceeds from this day, while supplies last, will be donated towards Growing Chefs! Chefs for Children’s Urban Agriculture. Chef Thierry has a long-established following for […]