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!

Liberty Wine Merchant – Fall into the Market with Proceeds to BCSPCA (Thurs. Nov 3, 2011)

100% of the proceeds from the night will be given to the BCSPCA.

Scout Boutique – Sweet & Spicy Fashion Show

By Lydia Frey, MMV Guest Writer What I love about Main Street is how just when you think you’ve seen it all, you turn a corner and discover another hidden gem. Whether it’s a funky boutique, restaurant or coffee shop, you never know what you’ll encounter. That why, when I made my way to Scout […]

Calvin Klein – Forbidden Euphoria

Another fragrance twist off a classic scent, Calvin Klein has released Forbidden Euphoria, which is “the younger interpretation of the iconic euphoria fragrance”. The scent evokes a modern, fresh sexiness – with its fruity top notes and a heart of light florals.

Hapa Izakaya Yaletown – Haunted Hospital (Saturday Oct 29th)

In celebration of Halloween, Hapa Izakaya in Yaletown (1193 Hamilton Street) is transforming its restaurant to look like a hospital for their “Hapa Haunted Hospital Party”. All workers will be dressed up as doctors, nurses, and patients. From 6 PM – 9 PM, we will be serving our regular food menu. After 9pm, the party […]

The Oakwood Canadian Bistro (2741 West 4th Avenue)

By Kenneth Law, Modern Mix Vancouver writer Located in a busy corner of Kitsilano, the Oakwood is a fairly new neighborhood bistro and bar that is likely to be well patronized by locals, but there are enough attractions to draw people in from the rest of the city for brunch, dinner or a late night […]

Glowbal Group – BLACK + BLUE is nearly complete

With a tagline of “the Golden Age of Steak”, the Glowbal Group’s newest restaurant BLACK + BLUE (1032 Alberni Street) is almost ready to be revealed to the public. I’m loving the gold trim in the restaurant, the high-back cushioned booths, and the lovely glowing chandelier.