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!

Sip on New Patio Season Drinks at The Keg Steakhouse + Bar

Inspired by the return of patio season, The Keg has crafted 12 unique cocktails and martinis using refreshing herbs like rosemary and mint, freshly squeezed citrus fruits and premium liquors.

Vancouver’s Gift-A-Green Launches Greeting Card That Sprouts Edible Microgreens

Vancouver start-up Gift-A-Green launches a greeting card that grows organic micro greens supplied by Urban Cultivator.

Massimo Dutti Opens in Vancouver at Pacific Centre

Spanish brand Massimo Dutti takes one step further into the Canadian market by opening a Vancouver flagship store location at Pacific Centre.

Vancouver Athleisure Denim Brand Dish & DU/ER Opens Gastown Shop With Indoor Playground

Before deciding on a denim purchase, most people will test of the comfort of a pair of jeans by sitting, walking and squatting. If you can comfortably do all three things, then it’s passed the test. Vancouver’s Dish and DU/ER is so confident in the super stretch and comfort of their ‘performance denim’, that their new […]

MMVxTravel: Planning for a 12-Day Trip to Iceland (Enter to Win a Fjällräven Kanken Backpack)

I am writing this blog post a week before I depart from Vancouver to Iceland, on the 12-day “Ring Road” roadtrip around the country.

MMVxTravel: Vancouver City Girl in the Saskatchewan Prairies

For the long weekend, I was invited to a family reunion for my boyfriend’s side of the family in Foam Lake, Saskatchewan.