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!

Hidden Tasting Bar & Social Lounge (433 Robson Street)

Located on the second floor inside the Westin Grand Hotel in Downtown Vancouver, Hidden Tasting Bar & Social Lounge is not the most obvious restaurant choice when it comes to stumbling upon a new restaurant in Vancouver. I’m hoping by writing about this wonderful, neighbourhood gem, Hidden will get the exposure and recognition it deserves for its unique menu pairings, excellent service and reasonable prices.

Rodelle – 2nd Annual Baking Challenge

Rodelle, the organic baking brand (75 years old and still going strong) is giving you the opportunity to share those baking moments on Facebook for a chance to win a year’s supply of Rodelle and a Kitchen Aid mixer.

Impark’s “Toys for Tickets” – Get Your Parking Violations Waived with Toy Donation (November 24, 2011)

Parking violations (along with unexpected roaming charges on a cellphone, getting a cavity, and being caught not paying on the Skytrain) are one of many things in life which sucks to be fined for because it could have so easily been prevented.

Gap x The Style Spy – Shopping Part (Nov 22)

Gap and Canadian fashion blog, TheStyleSpy.com, is having a shopping party at Gap’s Robson location (1121 Robson Street).

The 8th Annual Rogers Santa Claus Parade (Sunday Dec. 4, 2011)

Surround yourself with holiday festivities in the heart of downtown at the 8th annual Rogers Santa Claus Parade. The Parade features more than 60 marching bands, choirs, festive floats, and community groups, along with 200 volunteers, 3,500 participants and 300,000 spectators.

South Granville Shopping Night (November 24, 2011)

South Granville is having a friends and family shopping night on November 24th. Enjoy special offers, promos, in-store demos, delicious eats and more!