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!

Bakers Market – Vancouver’s Sweetest Event (Saturdays beginning October 1)

On your mark, get set, BAKE! If you have a sweet tooth, The Vancouver Bakers Market is the perfect event for you. Inspired by farmers markets, but with baked goods instead of veggies, The Vancouver’s Baker Market is starting up again for the fall season. Every Saturday, starting October 1st, find a gathering of professional, […]

Board of Trade – now open in Chinatown/Strathcona

Earlier this September marked the grand opening celebration party of Vancouver’s latest fashion venture, The Board of Trade Co. Nestled on the edge of up-and-coming Chinatown, with neighbors such as The London Pub and Rhada Yoga, The Board of Trade adds a fashionable touch to area.

Nature’s Path x Compassion Into Action (Sept 28, 2011) – Organic Breakfast by Donation

This year’s Compassion into Action event will be held at the Vancouver Art Gallery on Wednesday September 28th between 8 am to 2 pm and is hosted by Nature’s Path, which is an organic foods company based out of Richmond, BC. Bring a food bank donation to the north plaza of the Vancouver Art Gallery and enjoy […]

Philosophy – Purity Made Simple

Purity’s texture is soft and creamy, with a slight sheen to it – it doesn’t foam when you scrub your face, but gives off a soapy texture. Its smooth, gentle and silky on the face. After using purity, I feel soft and clean, not oily, yet my skin doesn’t feel dry or tight at all.

Kenzo – Flower Tag

Kenzo’s lastest fragrance is FlowerTag, an updated, youthful rendition of the original Flower by Kenzo which was first launched in 2000. The design of FlowerTag follows the iconic upright, elongated and curved bottle design of the original Flower. However, the colour of the bottle takes on a bold, neon red and the word “flower” is […]

Ebi-Ten Robson (388 Robson Street x Homer)

I’ve checked in on FourSquare so many times, I thought it’s about time I write a few words on Ebi-Ten on Robson Street. I work around here in my dayjob, so this is my lunchtime, Japanese fast-food default when I don’t bring my own lunch. During the lunch time rush, the lineup to the counter […]