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!

When Local Supports Local: The Ripple Effect With Vancouver Subscription Box Start-Ups

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Not only was I thrilled to be able to speak on behalf of such a unique and diverse selection of Canadian small businesses on live television, but I was even more delighted to see the ripple effect it caused among local businesses.

Restaurant Delivery Company Foodora Expands Delivery Zone in Vancouver

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Since launching last November with a Downtown Vancouver test market, the on-demand food delivery company Foodora has quardrupled their delivery zone and aims to include a total of 150 restaurants in the Greater Vancouver Area by the middle of April.

Fresh Prep Recipe Teaser: Polenta Stacks with Balsamic Glazed Mushrooms and Poached Eggs

vegetarian polenta stack recipe

I’ve been a Fresh Prep customer for a year now, and wanted to share with Modern Mix Vancouver a delicious vegetarian recipe for Polenta Stacks with Balsamic Glazed Mushrooms, Poached Eggs, and Crispy Garlic Chips.

Canadian Fitness Subscription Box “Fitbox” Launches in Vancouver

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Subscribe to Fit Box and get a box full of health and fitness related items, in the form of full-sized products and coupons that can be exchanged for products, meals, or fitness classes.

Dinner at Tojo’s: Vancouver’s Most Famous Japanese Restaurant

Dinner at Tojos Vancouver

In the 1970’s, Vancouver only had four Japanese restaurants, so Chef Tojo had a big task ahead of him familiarizing the Vancouverites of 40+ years ago with a new and foreign cuisine.

UNIQLO Announces Vancouver Opening at Metropolis at Metrotown (Fall 2017)

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UNIQLO is opening in Vancouver Fall 2017 at Metropolis at Metrotown.