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Day: November 18, 2021

Considering a move to Ecuador

Hi! I am an American looking to relocate next summer or fall. Looking for recommendations for visa lawyer, moving company, realtor, and such. I have a small amount of stuff to ship from the States; trying to get it smaller. Probably stay in a furnished place until I find what I’m looking for, then move

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This year we are doing something different.

For five years we have been providing services to those affected by HIV in Ecuador. While the need for HIV care in Ecuador is a high priority, by sheer necessity our services have expanded to include much broader issues: homelessness, hunger, etc. On November 30th, we are showcasing what we do and why. You will

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A little fairy godmother

I am excited to tell you about the last dream we fulfilled just yesterday. Our fairy godmother this time, was someone relatively young, 12-year old Paola. She was willing to fulfill the dream of a boy named Luis Miguel, who had not been able to study during the last two years of the pandemic; not

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You can give joy to a child this Christmas

For the 3rd consecutive year, I request your support for collecting new or used toys (in good condition), clothing or with what you want to support to celebrate the Christmas party for 210 children who organize the Fundación Amor a La Vida, who work with the indigenous community of Carabuela, Otavalo. For collecting your donations,

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Looking for 2 bedroom apartment for rent

Looking for 2 bedroom, semi-furnished apartment for rent in Cuenca, $450-$500, Must allow pets. Looking for a furnished, or unfinished apt on the 2nd floor or higher, near the river. A park would be great. Have one dog. Looking for all utilities included. Flexible for the right property. Long-term lease. Thank you for reading. David

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Used packing boxes needed

Need packing boxes and supplies. Used, etc. Any help appreciated. Phone number is also WhatsApp number. Andrew Jordan: 096 943 6858. Call after: 9 AM. City: Cuenca

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Give home to this cute dog

My mom’s got three dogs, but she hasn’t got enough space to keep them all. So, she’s giving away a beautiful, friendly, and playful dog. She’s very intelligent and loves to play with people. If you’re interested in giving her a family, or looking at some photos of her before you make your decision, please

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Mujeres Con Exito garage sale donations needed

We are planning a garage sale, December 4th from 9 AM to 1 PM. If you have gently used clothing, scarfs, coats, shoes, jewelry, purses, art, household goods, furniture or miscellaneous, we would love to take it off your hands and sell it to raise money for our services at Cuenca’s only women’s shelter which

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Piano lessons

Piano lessons: Teacher with over 20 years of musical and performing experience. Extensive background in teaching children and adults Beginners, intermediate or advanced Musical theory – Sight reading Classical, blues, pop, rock Learn “fun and easy shortcuts” for adults Lessons in my home or yours / My home is close to Ordoñoz Lasso and Americas.

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Housekeeping/cleaning, etc.

When you need someone to clean your house or apartment or help in the garden with plants and general maintenance, baby sit the children, go to the market, care for the pets, stay in your home when you go away or assist with errands, call me. My name is Laura and I have been helping

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Manicurist/pedicurist

Hi, my name is Gabby, I am an experienced manicurist/pedicurist and I come to your home and perform these services in your home. My vaccinations are current and I take all hygiene precautions, i.e. mask, etc. My services are reasonable: $7 for a manicure and $15 for a pedicure, including travel within the city. Please

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November is the black month in Bluebox

Bluebox rewards your loyalty. Visit us at any of our offices in Cuenca or Manta and receive a 10% discount on all your annual cash payments, in insurance for your vehicle. We have up to a 15% discount. Bluebox offers the best private insurance in Ecuador, we have special rates for expat clients in Ecuador,

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The perfect Christmas gift to friends and family

Wouldn’t it be nice to give your family or friends some beautiful outdoor photos this Christmas? I’m offering an outdoor photo session for only $25 and it includes 10 or more edited photos that you can have printed out or send in digital form. Text me or call on WhatsApp for more info. Misicata Annica:

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About Face by Sharron Cobb

I have been administering facial treatments and procedures to Expats in Cuenca for 5 years. I created a line of chemical-free products for myself and my clients. At the encouragement of several clients, I am now offering my products to the public. Dead skin is a culprit for wrinkled, lifeless, dull skin. Dead skin can

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Pretzels

Our pretzels are the best with different toppings…and also in our breakfast…make the best combinations. Visit us! Bolivar 9-88 y Padre Aguirre Jennifer Galarza 099 022 5984

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Furniture reupholstery services

We are confident about the reupholstery services we provide. We are happy to give references from our satisfied clients. We are specialists in every aspect of furniture, which our clients appreciate. If you’re looking for a professional upholsterer in Cuenca, contact us. Why choose our services? We pay unique attention to details. Affordable Prices Years

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Problems with your landlord? Licensed attorney can help

Now that rents are going up after being depressed from the pandemic, some unscrupulous landlords are issuing illegal eviction notices to expats who do not know their legal rights under the law. Even if you have a written lease, it may not be legally enforceable under Ecuadorian law if it does not contain certain elements

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Carpentry, Aleppo Furniture and Design

We are manufacturers. We make and design furniture to your taste and needs and we work with wood, melamine and its derivatives. We have 20 years of experience. We have a showroom and workshop. We have verifiable references with foreign clients. We speak English. @aleppo_fd Av. Ordóñez Lasso and las totoras street, #1313 Fernando Morafermora180774@gmail.com0987818622@aleppo_fd

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Driver

Hi, my name is Edwin I’m from Cuenca. I’m available as a driver for anyone who needs to go shopping, medical appointments, buy something, movings, facilitator. Please be aware; use a facial mask. Thank you. Cuenca-Ecuador Edwinedwinbarreto645@gmail.com096 335 4020

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Cuyabeno Rainforest Reserve: The best of our Amazon Region

Cuyabeno Rainforest Adventure: This program can be for 4 Days/ 3 Nights or 5 Days/ 4 Nights The Cuyabeno National Park in Ecuador’s Amazon Region is one of the most spectacular places on earth. Over 602,000 hectares of primary rainforest with an incredible variety of Neotropical wildlife: river dolphins, caimans, anacondas, monkeys, spiders, and butterflies

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Recommendation for Jonathan Mogrovejo, web design

Good experience. Jonathan is knowledgeable and easy to work with. He is prompt at returning emails and calls and works with you to get the right website for your business. Overall a good experience and my Website was up and running in no time. Address: Cuenca, Ecuador Contact information: jonymogrovejo@gmail.com Recommended by Regina Weitzel: gigiweit@hotmail.com

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Recommendation for Diana Vera, end of life and medical facilitator

I had Diana help preparing and registering End of Life papers. The painful part is filling in the forms (not her problem). Once I provide her with the answers to the forms, which she provided, she had the proper forms prepared, an appointment made with a notary to have the forms officially stamped, escorted me

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Bacon, bacon, bacon

We have 4 presentations of our delicious bacon: * 250 grams thin sliced * 250 grams thick sliced * 500 grams thin sliced * 500 grams thick sliced Our tienda is open Tues -Thurs 11 AM – 4 PM. We are located at Mariscal Lamar 22-40 Luis Pauta Can’t come to the Tienda? Shop at

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Efá Clásico

Good morning dears, Our workshop offers a variety of sourdough bread. If you want to place an order we will leave the contact and we will deliver it to your home. We offer you 100% whole wheat bread, turmeric, chia and walnut, walnut and blueberry bread and many more. My name is Patricio and if

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Thanksgiving at Bistro Yaku

To celebrate Thanksgiving Day with our American friends, chef Cristina has created a special menu that we would like to share with you all. This will be our first Thanksgiving at Bistro Yaku, and we are excited to help you celebrate this day with your friends and family. We are offering a 4-course menu plus

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Tanta la Madre Masa

We want to send you a warm greeting from Tanta la Madre Masa. I hope you are well and safe. We are baking new products and always with security measures. It is important to remind you that our breads are sugar free, free of animal products, without chemical preservatives, lactose free and very low in

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Northern Roots this Friday at Santorino’s

We are happy to have this amazing band in Santorino’s again! #NorthernRoots will join us this Friday, 19th at 5 PM. It’s gonna be a fun afternoon and night. Enjoy this great concert with a delicious meal: cocktails 2×1, handmade pizza and much more! Mark your calendar: this Friday, 19th, from 5 PM. We hope

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Ecuador’s Music, a journey

La Guarida pays tribute to Ecuadorian music with a very special concert: Music from Ecuador Dinner/concert with Juan Manuel Ochoa and Luis Carrión Thursday, November 18th at 7:30 PM Doors open at 6 PM Reservations with dinner are required Admission $8. (100% of your admission fee goes directly to the artists). Reservations: 099 806 8071

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Luvimar, Double D’s and Pei’s Potstickers today

Hello everybody. I hope you’re doing amazing. Today is the day. Lots of delicious goods for sale, which will also give you great ideas for superb appetizers for the holidays to come, thanks to the amazing skills of Pei, with her delicious Potstickers and buns, and Double D’s with a wide variety of goodies. Come

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Paste ups of the Street

The DNC crew is having an exhibit! Kolo will host these incredible street artists for 20 days in Dec. Please come meet Kevin, Tony and Taruki, showing and selling the street art form that grew out of the pandemic and lockdown. Come own a piece of art and put a bit of street in your

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Thanksgiving Dinner at Don Colon’s

Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner with all the trimmings. Every year best turkey in town. Make your reservations, Nov. 25th., $12.95, Sucre y Beningno Malo, Cuenca. Don Colon: doncoloncampos@gmail.com 099 827 0703

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This Saturday, bazaar at Common Grounds

Hello Everyone, Common Grounds is once again hosting a local artisan bazaar. Ensure you mark your calendars and come out and enjoy some local shopping with friends. Are you a local vendor/artisan who has nice, amazing or delicious items you are looking to sell? Do you want to get your items in front of more

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Saturday Morning Language Exchange

Dear Community, We kindly invite you to join our language exchange group Spanish-English/English-Spanish. The sessions are aimed at people willing to improve their conversational skills putting them into practice in a realistic environment and with native speakers. The sessions are guided by a bilingual facilitator (a teacher with extensive experience in the field) who proposes

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Wood-fired pizza night

Everyone loves pizzas but certainly nothing beats an excellent wood-fired pizza. La Guarida has a beautiful brick oven and we are excited to fire it. Come join us. We’ll feature the classics and more: Margarita Arugula and Home-made sausage 4 Cheese Shrimp Vegetarian and many more. Join us on Friday. Reservations are not required. We

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Delicious and homemade – Vivaldi Ice Cream from Carlos

Do you enjoy delicious homemade ice cream? Made with all-natural ingredients. Real cream, real sugar, real eggs, real fruit. No chemicals added. I have the following flavors available for you this week. Enjoy. New this week 500ml – $6 Blueberry Pie Ice Cream Vegan option 500ML – $7 Vanilla Vegan Ice Cream with Cashews

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Arrebol Gallery reopening

Arrebol International Art Space has reopened its door after some time because of the pandemic. We invite you to visit us and enjoy our magnificent work at the Cuencan artists Rodrigo Jara and Jorge Chalco. An exposition that we believe will be memorable because of the quality and imagination of the artists. Until November 30,

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