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Day: February 9, 2021

Covid PCR test

We are leaving for USA on Saturday at 1 AM and need to have the Covid test taken and the results returned within 72 hours of our departure and arrival in USA. If anyone has had this test performed could you please let us know: 1) Where you had the test done? 2) How long

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Giving new purpose to things you no longer need

What does Hogar de Esperanza do with your donations of clothing and household items? First and foremost, we give them away to those who are most in need of them with great care taken to ensure that nothing goes to waste. Any extra items are sold in Esperanza Thrift Shop, where all of the proceeds

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Juanita Ruth One died

The beautiful, loving, Juanita Ruth One died peacefully Sunday night. Will post details and services Ned: nedmeisner@meisnerfinancial.com . City: Cuenca

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Survival Spanish class

Want to learn Spanish but not ready to commit to long term classes? Commit to one month with Survival Spanish. Get the Spanish you need to manage your daily affairs. Survival Spanish consists of 13.5 hours class time plus a market tour. The cost of $95 includes materials. New class beginning May 2. Contact Kathy

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Bloomberg article about Ecuador’s Sunday elections and bond markets

Bloomberg had a good analysis of the situation here in Ecuador. As of Sunday night it looks like a three-way runoff between Lasso, Araus and Yaku Perez (Cuencano). Why Ecuador’s Sunday Vote Matters for the Bond Market: QuickTake By Stephan Kueffner and Sydney Maki | Bloomberg Feb. 7, 2021 at 5:17 p.m. CST A record

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Looking for new places in nature to visit during the pandemic?

Hi everyone! My name is Mateo, and my wife and I started a new project on YouTube showing beautiful places of Ecuador to visit, hike, and explore. We just started, but we have a few interesting places you can check out. The videos are in Spanish, with English subtitles. If you like them, we would

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Ecuadorian Amazon, it’s closer than ever with 40% off the Best Lodge

Best lodge in Ecuadorian Amazon, 50% off The best Lodge of the Ecuadorian Rainforest offers special of 40% off until April, 2021: Sacha Lodge This rate includes: accommodation, all meals, private guides:4 nights/ 5 days: $690 p/p in double room and $790 for single room3 nights/ 4 days: $590 p/p in double room and $690

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Carnival in a cabin in the countryside

Enjoy a family getaway to the incredible Country Cabin of Constructora Andrómeda. Savor carnival delicacies completely free, bundle up in the fireplace, take photos, enjoy a coffee with us and learn everything about the construction of our rustic cabins. A day to enjoy with your family and pets. – Learn about our constructions and wood

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Ceramic Sculpture Workshop *update, pay per month*

Workshop with Dogmos (a.k.a Juan José Cobos) General Goal: (No experience needed) Learn how to design or sketch an artifact or work of art, learn the basic building techniques for ceramic sculpting, to create whatever artifact or work of art that you plan on doing. Learn how to paint them with soil slips in raw

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Movies and dinner in La Guarida: Best in Show

We are happy to say that this Tuesday’s projection of “Buena Vista Social Club” is totally sold out. On Wednesday, we are presenting Best in Show a film by Christopher Guest in English with Spanish Subtitles Wednesday, February 9th, 6:45 PM Limited Capacity Reservations with dinner requests only Tel. 099 806 8071 About: Prissy poodles,

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Tour, Rafting and Adventure in the Jungle (Baños and Tena)

Itinerary: Saturday February 13th 5 AM Cuenca-Baños Lunch in Baños de Ambato (not included) Visit Pailón del Diablo at Rio Verde Travel to Tena, arrival 5 PM Dinner included at hotel Sunday February 14th 8 AM Private transportation to the jungle (1 hour), visit to waterfalls, hike jungle trail, cultural interpretation by local guides who

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Archaeologist for a day / 20th Feb, 2021 / last spots

Have you ever dreamed of being an archaeologist? “Polylepis Tours Ecuador” invites you to be part of this new type of excursion that we will have during 2021. For this first adventure we will visit “Los Petroglifos de Chiviaza”, a site located 3 hours from Cuenca in the Morona Santiago province. Here the participants will

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Looking for a hairdresser / hairstylist

Hello looking for a good hairstylist, who knows how to work with colors; especially with blonde. Really need help finding one who knows what he or she is doing. Thank you, Ann: mirpoura@gmail.com . City: Cuenca

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Looking for a used office chair

Would like to find an office chair in good condition and comfortable. Quality vinyl or will consider good leather; black or dark brown. If you have something you think will work, please text me a picture or two. WhatsApp or Telegram +593 98 076 3926 Greg Goodwin: 089 076 3926. Call after: 7 AM. City:

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Looking for vacuum repair

Looking for someone to repair a Dyson cordless vacuum cleaner. I just replaced the battery and now know that it wasn’t the battery but the vacuum that needs repair. Please help. Thanks in advance, Pauline: pbfarren21@yahoo.com . City: Cuenca

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Honey, I shrunk the…

…merino wool cardigan. I love this cardigan and have always been careful with it but for some reason it made it into the dryer. Sooo, does anyone know an expert at unshrinking wool. I have seen some YouTubes on how this is done, I tried it but I was not as successful as I had

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Nebraska Hypoallergenic steam cleaning

Branches in Quito and Manta and now in Cuenca offering high-quality professional steam cleaning, using only all-natural plant based hypoallergenic shampoo, in combination with industrial strength cleaning equipment imported from the US. Cleaning services offered for: RugsUpholstered furnitureMattressesAuto interiorsCurtainsWe are fluent in English. Reasonable rates. Call now for a free estimate. Also: Handyman servicesElectricianPlumberCarpentryLandscapingSurveillance system

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Domestic work and pet care

Hello, I can help you with shopping, cleaning and caring for children and pets, for $20 for 4 hours. I am a sociology student at the University of Cuenca. Francisco Cisneros. Deni Carrion: 099 509 5380

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A unique experience among desert, local community, and mountains.

Two incredible days of adventure, where we will visit the only desert in the central Andes, walk through trails surrounded by mountains and visit indigenous communities that will welcome us with a smile. We will get to know closely a project of social support to the indigenous community. And to close with a flourish, we

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New products have arrived at Luvimar

Hello everybody. I hope you’re doing amazing. You wanted Tahini, so I searched and searched until I found the real Lebanese tahini, imported to Ecuador from Samih Hassan Al-Yaman & Sons. 1 lb for $6.75 Also, hot sauces by Trappey’s. Louisiana original recipe, 355 ml $4.95 and the Red Devil cayenne pepper hot sauce, 355

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Furniture reupholstery services and repair

We provide reliable and professional upholstery restoration services. Scratches, stains, and discolorations may look like big trouble but they are no problem for us. You can trust your sofas and antique pieces to us. We will restore your treasured pieces to its original condition. We have a special offer for this month: Bring your old

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Personalized yoga classes at home with Carol Lozada Calle

My name is Carol, I´ve been a yoga teacher around 5 years and practicing for almost 10 years. We are Vibra Vital Yoga + Arte and this last month we were giving face-to-face classes. We have our studio in Batan and el Oro, at the very corner, and also this personalized class can be in

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La Mia Mascota February special on food for urinary difficulties

This month we are running a sale on prescription food for dogs who have urinary problems. Our Royal Canin Urinary 5/0 products in three presentations – normal, moderate calories, and ageing – are now available at 15% off for Cash and Debit Cards There is no discount for credit cards. We can advise you on

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Phisiotherapy Center

Dinamic Phisiotherapy Center. Helps you with all kind of pain like: -Neck and shoulders-Sprains-Low back pain-Fractures-Uncontracturing Massage Av. de las Américas y José Vinueza. February 2nd, from: noon to 1 PM Max Cedillo: dinamicfisioec@gmail.com 099 297 6489

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Make your life in Cuenca easy

Hello Everybody, My name is Paúl González and I am very happy to offer my services to the community as a general facilitator. I have experience in facilitating medical appointments, rental agreements, home relocation, bank accounts, setting medical appointments with IESS, civil registry business, writing your accusations in the Domestic and Violent Crimes Unit, and

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Mat Pilates en RumiSol

Mat Pilates classes work on strengthening your core and your balance. No experience is required. The classes are taught in English with Ludwig, our Pilates instructor. The next cycle of classes begins on Tuesday, February 23rd. The cost is $25 a month for 8 classes. 10 to 11 in the morning. Please call, email, or

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Ecuadorian Amazon, it closer than ever with 40% off the Best Lodge

Best lodge in Ecuadorian Amazon 50% off The best Lodge of the Ecuadorian Rainforest offers special of 40% off until April, 2021: Sacha Lodge This rate includes: accommodation, all meals, private guides: 4 nights/ 5 days: $690 p/p in double room & $790 for single room3 nights/ 4 days: $590 p/p in double room &

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Galaxy first class Galapagos Yacht reduced prices continue 2021

Promotional prices Galaxy yacht first class: 2021http://www.galaxyonboard.com 4 days / 3 nights program:Baltra IslandSanta Cruz Island: HighlandsSantiago Island: Sullivan BayBartolome Island: BartolomeSeymour Island: SeymourSanta Cruz Island: Bachas Beach Available: March 6 to 9March 30 to April 2April 10 to 13April 17 to 20April 21 to 24April 24 to 27May 1 to 4 Price p/person Residents

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Travel into the heart of the Andes

Our new private tour to the Central Andes is a great mix of natural highlights (Quilotoa, Cotopaxi and Chimborazo) and local culture – from a cooking workshop to rural hikes, visiting artisans, stays in quiet and cozy lodges. Day 1 Cuenca – Devil´s Nose – GuamoteAM Private transportation Cuenca – stop at Devil´s Nose viewpoint

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Transpo Ecuador

I’m Jon and I take up to 4 people and all your luggage to or from Guayaquil – Cuenca for $95. I also do daytrips to Chordeleg, Ingapirca and trips to the coast. Let’s book Transpo 705 Putters Green Way. 24/7 Jon F Labouef: jlabouef@gmail.com 098 494 9008 / 07 285 6866

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Celerity fiber optic by Puntonet

-Are you having issues or slow service with your network? -Do you want to get a better deal with your internet service provider? -Have you had your contract for over 1 year and still get the same speed for the same price? -Do you need to move your service to another location? -Do you need

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Recommendation for Klever Services, transportation

We needed to pick up an item at Mt. Sinai pharmacy and called Patrick (Patricio or Klever) to help. He was in Challubamba and had already committed to a project there, but told me he could come at a specific time to pick us up and take us round trip to the pharmacy. When that

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Recommendation for Rafael – baker, bakery

I’ve been ordering for a while now from Rafael. He has great sourdough, classic round or rectangular loaves. He has a professional slicer and the sourdough comes in mild/regular or sharp (which I really like!) I recently tried his peasant or “Country” bread and it brought back memories and was fantastic. He also made for

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Move for Health (post #5) from DEFY

Last week we examined the wonderful benefits our brain receives from exercise. This week we’ll see what the Mayo Clinic and the American Heart Association have to say about the benefits of exercise. According to the Mayo Clinic (http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/exercise/art-20048389?pg=2) exercise can improve our lives in the following ways: Exercise controls weight. Exercise boosts HDL cholesterol

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Free-range grass-fed organic eggs

Happy hens!! Free-range eggs, free of antibiotics, hormones, and stress. All natural. $8 for the carton (30 eggs) delivered $4.50 1/2 carton (15 ) 8 AM – 5 PM, Cuenca Alex Duran: 099 378 4886

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This week’s special: Shepherd’s Pie + free dessert for $6.50

Craving some homemade food? We got your back. Chef Narcissa from EAT has a special menu this week: Shepherd’s Pie with Salad + free dessert for only $6.50. It’s 100% lamb meat, so good. Dessert options include: -Cheesecake -Mocha Walnut Pie -Apple Crisp -Death by Chocolate We also have our regular menu with delicious sandwiches

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Welcome to Negroni Rooftop

We already open the best place in Cuenca Visit us and enjoy our delicious breakfast from 10 AM to noon. Taste our varied gastronomy and an extensive menu of cocktails, wines and spirits. With the best view of our historic center, we are waiting for you. Monday to Sunday from 10 AM to 10 PM,

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Valentine’s at Hotel Victoria – El Jardin Restaurant

Still don’t have a Valentine’s Day plan? Make your reservation for Valentine’s Day today, we await you with open arms. Request more information by calling 09 930 9913 / 07 282 7401 or visit us at Calle Larga 6-93 and Presidente Antonio Borrero, Hotel Victoria. We have all the biosecurity measures. #gSantaAna #Cuenca #Ecuador #cocktails

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TexMex delivery: taco combo and pollo verde chili soup

Please place your order by 6 AM Tuesday for lunch delivery or by 11 AM for dinner delivery. Lunch delivery between 12:30 and 1:30 PM. Dinner 4 to 6 PM delivery. Build your own taco kit.soft corn tortilla or flour tortilla Served with fresh salsa, guacamole, sour cream and chips. Mixed Tacos $9 4 tacos

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Nathaly Vivas, chef; we cook your favorite food, weekly service

Hi Everyone, My name is Nathaly Vivas. I am a chef. I offer you my chef services at home. ~We cook your favorite food at home~ My services consist of: I design your menu with American/Asian/Mediterranean/European/Latin American food or what you want to eat. I make your shopping list and, if you prefer, I can

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Yummy New York Cheesecakes, brownie, cookies, cakes, pies and more

Hi beautiful people, the best cheesecake is now in GringoPost. °Medium cheesecake $15 (6 or 8 portions) Strawberry, blueberries, blackberry, raspberry, Nutella, Dulce de leche, chocolate, pasión fruit, kiwi °Large cheesecake $20 (12 or 14 portions) Strawberry, blueberries, blackberry, raspberry, Nutella, Dulce de leche, chocolate, pasión fruit, kiwi. Brownies 4 x $8 6 x $12

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Tex – Mex, California burritos and more by chef Nathaly Vivas

Hi GringoPost community. This is our Tex-Mex and California menu °Large Tex-Mex or California Burrito Beef, chicken or veggie * 4 large burritos x $24 * 8 large burritos x $48 °Small Tex-Mex or California burritos Beef, chicken or veggie * 6 small burritos x $18 * 12 small burritos x $36 °Beef, chicken or

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Gramm Bulkshop / chocolate covered Nuts

Because we all deserve something good, something special and delicious, Gramm brings you, some exquisite Pecans, macadamias, hazelnuts, Golden Raisins, almonds, peanuts, Orange peel covered with pure and organic chocolate. Our chocolate is 100%, chocolate, without hydrogenated oils, super delicious and healthy. You can contact us on 099 505 9604 or grammbulkshop@gmail.com. Or visit our

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Are you looking for the best products for a superb breakfast?

We offer – Smoked pork bacon as thick as you like – Organic Eggs (free range hens) – Highlands gourmet coffee – Bratwurst sausages We also offer artisan chorizos – Turkey – Argentinian – Pork chorizo with basil – Pork chorizo with rosemary La Karlota Delicatessen – high quality products: – Beef cuts – Chicken

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Thai Connection specials

Facts about Thailand: Males were all Buddhist monks for a while. There was a time when all young men in Thailand (including royalty) were required to become Buddhist monks–even if only for a short period of time–before they turned 20. This practice is not observed as it used to be these days, however. Our specials

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Café Ñucallacta – Fun new products

We are Cuenca’s very own artisan coffee roaster. We use some of the best coffee in Ecuador and roast in small batches so that you receive at its optimum in flavor and aroma. We have four roast levels. The light, medium, and medium dark are at $5.99 per 400 grams and the dark roast is

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Smoke and Bones Thursday TexMex special

This Thursday is Smoke and Bones TexMex. In addition to my sour cream chicken enchiladas, mole beef enchiladas and big burritos, I will be delivering New Mexico-style pork adobada chili stew with a side of street corn salad and corn tortillas. Order by noon on Wednesday for delivery Thursday between 3 and 6 PM. Enchiladas

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