The Canadian Health Food Association (CHFA) hosts one of Canada’s largest industry events focused on the natural health and wellness sector. Their annual event, CHFA Now, held in Vancouver and Toronto, brings together buyers, media, and industry specialists to engage with established and up-and-coming natural wellness brands. In previous years, I attended CHFA and shared insights on emerging trends in natural health based on my personal observations from the tradeshow. This year, I wanted to share a CHFA round-up that was more specific to my current lifestage: new motherhood. Drawing from th ..read more

Lovevery now has a series of Lovevery course packs for parents which combines research-backed advice presented in bite-sized video clips with physical elements like books, toys, and activity guides. Lovevery Course Pack Review I tried out the Lovevery “New Sibling Coursepack“, and here are my thoughts.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Vanessa • ModernMixVancouver.com (@modernmixvan) As an only child myself, I wanted to learn about how to help Theodore ..read more

Interpreting nutritional information can seem like cracking a complicated code, particularly when regulating cholesterol intake. However, the maze of numbers and nutrients on food packaging is key to making informed dietary choices that can significantly affect cholesterol and overall health.  The first step to reaching your health objectives, whether maintaining a balanced diet or lowering your LDL (bad) cholesterol, is to get familiar with food labels.  Know Your Numbers Understanding the significance of interpreting nutritional information on food packaging is key to pursuing a he ..read more

Decathlon is opening its flagship Vancouver store at Metropolis at Metrotown. The Decathlon Vancouver opening date is on April 27, 2024.  Decathlon is a global leading multi-specialist sports brand created for people of all skill levels and walks of life, committed to making sports accessible and affordable for everyone Decathlon’s store will have a memorable presence, spanning 38,000 square feet and covering two storeys located near the Grand Court – the busiest cross-section of BC’s largest shopping centre. The space will be the first in the country to showcase Decathlon’s ne ..read more

Looking for tickets to the tulip festival in Chilliwack? Located in Chilliwack, an hour outside of Vancouver off Highway 1,  is the ultimate springtime event for all ages.  Botanica Tulip Festival just announced that season and daily passes are now on sale, and the festival’s tentative opening date is April 12, 2024. Ticket holders will enjoy a serene stroll through 1.5 million tulips, capture memorable moments with unique photo opportunities, have the chance to pick tulips from the Upick field to take home for $40 and shop for local products at the farm store. Visitors can also in ..read more

Are you craving artisan ice cream in downtown Vancouver? One of Vancouver’s favourite ice cream purveyors is set to bring an icy cool array of frozen desserts to a new neighbourhood this spring as Mister Artisan Ice Cream opens its doors at 1193 Robson Street in early April. The popular dessert bar is renowned among the city’s sweet-toothed foodies thanks to its signature creamy liquid nitrogen ice cream, which is available in creative and unique flavours that change with the seasons. Mister’s smooth scoops are made-to-order for each customer with pure, natural ingredients that are rapidly chi ..read more

Scuba Bunny is returning to The Vancouver Aquarium for Easter. From Saturday March 23 to Monday April 1, Scuba Bunny will be swimming among aquatic friends twice a day during daily dive shows at 11am and 1pm at the B.C. Wild Coast.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Vanessa • ModernMixVancouver.com (@modernmixvan) For more details, visit: https://www.vanaqua.org/explore/special-events/easter/ The post Scuba Bunny at The Vancouver Aquarium (March 23 to Ap ..read more

Coffee is one of the world’s most beloved beverages, but how much do you know about how your coffee was cultivated, harvested and processed? On Saturday, April 20 at The Pipe Shop in North Vancouver, the Trail of Coffee, presented by Latincouver, connects you with coffee-growing regions through engaging exhibits, presentations, and opportunities to learn how to pick, process and brew coffee in more mindful and meaningful ways. “Leading up to Earth Day on April 22 is the perfect time for coffee lovers to gain a deeper awareness of how this important crop arrives in our cups — and to have fun do ..read more

Are you looking for Canadian baby clothing brands and Canadian toddler clothing brands to dress your kids in? Keep reading for a round up of some of our favourites Canadian kids clothing brands.  First things first, here are a few discount codes for Canadian baby clothing online shops: Parade Organics Discount Code: Use “modernmixvan15” for 15% off Little & Lively Discount Code: Use this link for 15% off Parade Organics Born in Vancouver in 2004, Parade has been a Canadian pioneer in certified organic cotton clothing, proudly dressing families with high-quality, eco-friendly ga ..read more

Vancouver Greek restaurant The Greek by Anatoli is thrilled to announce the opening of its fourth restaurant on Broadway, in the heart of Mount Pleasant, at 382 West Broadway. Just steps from the Broadway-City Hall Canada Line Station, The Greek Broadway’s 50 seat dining room softly opened in early December and has already been delighting the neighbourhood with a full menu of traditional and modern Mediterranean dishes made with care from family recipes. Since opening its first location in 1984 at the base of North Vancouver’s Lonsdale Avenue, The Greek has been serving up the Lower Mainl ..read more