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: Chef Meets Truck Foodie Event in Yaletown (Sep 13, 2016)

On September 13, the Chefs’ Table Society of BC (a registered, non-profit society composed of BC’s leading chefs and culinary professionals) in partnership with the Yaletown BIA and the Streetfood Vancouver Society will be hosting the inaugural event of Chef Meets Truck in Yaletown. This collaborative event brings Vancouver’s hottest restaurant and foodtruck chefs together for the first […]

EVENT RECAP: GREY GOOSE Boulangerie Bleue in Vancouver

Modern Mix Vancouver recently attended the Boulangerie Bleue summer party hosted by GREY GOOSE. Hosted at the Waterview Event Space overlooking False Creek, the event was set up to transport party attendees to the French Riviera via a secret entrance through a traditional French bakery. The GREY GOOSE ‘Boulangerie’ concept is inspired by founder and Maître de […]

OAK + FORT Warehouse Sale (Aug 18 to 21, 2016)

OAK + FORT is excited to be holding their biggest Warehouse Sale yet on August 18th to 21st at the Vancouver Convention Centre East.

Silk Road Tea Opens in Kitsilano on West 4th Ave

Silk Road Tea is an award-winning tea and wellness company known for its fresh and organic loose-leaf tea, which are never diluted by artificial flavouring or colours. The fresher the tea, the higher the antioxidant value, and the better it tastes. First opened in 1992 in Victoria, BC, it was the first Canadian tea company to offer tastings and […]

Where to take Barre Exercise Classes in Vancouver

Known for isometric strength training, barre fitness classes operate under the philosophy that small, repetitive movements make a big difference.

A Personalized “Apothecary Preparations” Skincare Experience is Coming Soon to Kiehl’s

Kiehl’s in Canada will soon be launching “Apothecary Preparations” a new service with tailor-made facial concentrates to address unique skin concerns.