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!

EVENT: Yaletown’s CandyTown Holiday Festival 2018 (November 24)

On November 24, 2018, Yaletown is set to transform into an enchanted winter wonderland with the arrival of Vancouver’s annual Christmas outdoor street festival, CandyTown.

Sitka: The BC-Based Apparel Brand Taking a Stand Against Fast Fashion

Sitka is a Victoria-based surfboard, clothing and lifestyle brand. Their apparel pieces are described as “uniforms for enjoying the outdoors”, designed for those who like to spend time outdoors on the Westcoast; think: surfers, hikers, campers, adventurers, bikers, and dog-walkers. While most apparel brands focus on style first and sustainability (if at all) as an afterthought, […]

4 Hot Cocktail Recipes for Pairing Gin and Cold Weather

Mulled wine, hot toddies and hot cocoa with a splash of liqueur — when the weather cools down, what hot cocktail favourites do you replace your summer patio cocktails with?

Local Lives: Fanny Lam, the Baker, Blogger, and Cookbook Author behind “Oh Sweet Day”

Fanny Lam is the Vancouver-based home baker behind Oh Sweet Day, a blog chronicling her journey as a cook and a mother after moving from Hong Kong to Vancouver.

MARKET: Etsy Vancouver Holiday Market at Wesbrook Village (Dec 1 & 2)

On December 1 and 2, shop for handmade gifts and discover new local talents while you do your holiday shopping through Etsy Vancouver vendors at the Wesbrook Village Winter Event.

MARKET: Refresh Market Holiday 2018 Edition in Squamish (Nov 16 & 17)

One of B.C.’s largest holiday craft markets is back. Refresh Market returns to the West Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish for its largest market of the year with 100 local artists, makers, and shops on November 16 and 17. The market lineup, with a roster that includes 30% new vendors, features a curated selection […]