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!

Lemongrass House: Thai Handmade Bath & Body Brand Opens in Gastown

Lemongrass House is a major manufacturer of premium spa products in 30 countries for some of the world’s top hotels and spas including Four Seasons Resorts, Hilton Hotels, Banyan Tree and Le Meridien. The family-owned, Thailand-based, artisan brand opened its first Canadian retail store earlier this year in Vancouver at 209 Abbott Street in Gastown. Co-founder Bobby […]

KORRES: Classic Greek Ingredients Packaged into Natural Skincare

What if you can package the goodness of Greek ingredients, and turn their nourishing benefits into into natural skincare products? That’s exactly what the brand Korres did, a Greek-founded natural skincare line.

Strongbody Apparel Launching Women’s Line with 1,000 “Free” Pairs of Leggings

After six years of success as a men’s only activewear brand, Vancouver-based Strongbody Apparel will be launching its first-ever womenswear collection.

EVENT: First Pick Handmade Market at Heritage Hall (Sep 15 & 16)

First Pick Handmade features fall and winter collections from over 30 Canadian indie fashion and accessory designers. September 15 & 16, 2018 at Heritage Hall.

Host a “Home for Dinner” Event in Support of Ronald McDonald House

Nothing brings families together like a nourishing, home-cooked meal, and that’s why Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon has launched “Home for Dinner” a community fundraising initiative in support of families whose time, energy and funds are being channeled towards life-saving medical treatment for their children.

Ana V Beauty x Z95.3 FM’s Simone Grewal Collab on Charitable Lip Kits

Vancouver makeup academy and cosmetics brand, Ana V Beauty, has released two new lip kits in collaboration with On-Air Radio Host Simone Grewal from Z95.3 FM.