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!

Hazel & Jools: Made in Canada Maternity Wear

Pregnant Blogger wearingg Ripe Maternity Crop Top Nursing Dress in Olive and White

Hazel & Jools is a Vancouver maternity shop that sells made in Canada maternity wear and clothing for pregnant women.

“Oh Mother” Canadian Gift Box for Pregnancy, Post Partum, and Beyond

Oh Mother is a Canadian gift box company that features items curated for every stage of motherhood, from pregnancy to postpartum. I was gifted an expectant mom care package, their “Soon to be Momma” pregnancy gift box.

#ScandiSundays: The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy Living

Holding Hardcover Book in Hands The Little Book of Hygge

For my first edition of #ScandiSundays on Modern Mix Vancouver, I wanted to share about the Danish concept of ‘hygge’ through the popular hygge book The Little Book of Hygge.

Introducing #ScandiSundays on Modern Mix Vancouver

Published on Sundays—a day of balance, rest, and relaxation—I’ll be sharing one Scandianavian design item from my own life—be it a home decor piece or fashion accessory—that’s tried tested and true. Then, tying it all back to supporting local, where you can find the item here in Vancouver.

Main Street Brewing Launches Vacation-Themed Beer Series

Main Street Brewing Departure Lounge Hibiscus Beer

Vancouver’s Main St. Brewing is rolling out a new collection of vacation-themed beer, including Departure Lounge and Ocean View, that’ll help beer lovers satisfy their wanderlust desires from the comforts of home.

Canadian Natural Skincare Brand NENA Launches Mineral Serum

Joining a boutique collection of four simple skincare products (Cleansing Cream, Clay Mask, Mineral Toner, and Moisturizing Cream), Canadian natural skincare brand NENA Skincare has just added a fifth skincare product to its collection: the NENA Mineral Serum. Use the NENA Skincare discount code “Vanessa15” for 15% off your online purchase at nenaskincare.com. Two years […]