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!

Forever 21 on Robson – anticipated opening Spring 2012

It’s hard to miss this colourful banner with the Forever 21 logo plastered all over. In Spring 2012, a two-level, 29,000 square foot flagship Forever 21 store will be opening up in what is known as Robson Galleria. Currently, this area between Burrard and Thurlow Street consists of of Kiehl’s and Aldo.

Grouse Mountain Snowshoe Grind

By Alicia Woodside, Modern Mix Vancouver Fitness Writer During winter, what do you to replace Vancouver’s Grouse Grind? While the winter might bar you from your favourite trail, it enables a whole new Grind experience, with the Grouse Mountain Snowshoe Grind! Make way for the winter relative of our city’s favourite stairmaster, at Grouse Mountain’s […]

J. Crew – opening soon on Robson Street

Spotted this weekend on Robson Street, the US fashion chain J Crew will soon be opening as a replacement to the now closed Tommy Hilfiger.

Panty By Post – Valentine's Day Gift Idea & MMV Giveaway

Guys, have you started thinking about Valentine’s Day yet? …Didn’t think so! With a month until Valentine’s Day, shop smart with Panty By Post and get your Valentine’s an ongoing gift of a French Lingerie surprise delivered every month! With a few clicks of the mouse, Vancouver-based Panty By Post will deliver a beautiful package […]

18th Annual Taste BC (January 24, 2012) & MMV Giveaway for a pair of tickets

Every January for 18 years, Liberty Wine Merchants hosts a fundraising event to start the bar high for the new year. Liberty is once again recruiting British Columbia’s finest food and beverage purveyors for Taste BC: a fundraiser for the BC Children’s Hospital’s Oak Tree Clinic. BC Children’s Hospital’s Oak Tree Clinic provides specialized HIV […]

Bite of White Rock – 6th Annual Dining Festival (Jan 16 to Feb 7)

Are you from outside the Lower Mainland core and don’t feel like making the trek out to Dine Out Vancouver this year? Or maybe you couldn’t get a reservation at the time you want. Or perhaps you’re already a veteran Vancouver foodie and want to try something new. Not to worry – the 6th annual […]