Join us for a great afternoon of friendship, chat, and delights of the British tradition of Afternoon Tea.

Every Wednesday starting at 4 PM come and treat yourself to a delightful experience.

Indulge in a selection of English tea leaves with new flavors and enjoy as many cups as you like.

For the savory part this week, we offer:

• Ricotta and caramelized onions parcel

• Turkey and cucumber

• Roast beef and mustard

On the cake selection:

• Lemon trifle

• Shortbread

• Chocolate éclair

• Dates with 70% cacao...

Río and Sierra and Flora Caffé invite you to an intimate evening of handcrafted cocktails and culinary pairings.

Join us on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, from 5 to 7 PM for a special tasting experience featuring three original cocktails created with Río and Sierra’s small-batch spirits and liqueurs, handcrafted in Cuenca.

Each cocktail will be paired with a specially created appetizer from Flora Caffé’s chef, designed to highlight and enhance the flavors of the cocktail...

From fresh herbs to healing treasures.

What if you could learn how to preserve the gifts of nature and enjoy their benefits long after they’ve been harvested?

Join us for the second session of The Healing Garden, where we’ll explore the beautiful art of:

• Drying herbs

• Macerating plants

• Preserving and conserving herbs

p class="ept-compact-bullet">• Simple traditional techniques to help extend the life of medicinal plants

This will be a hands-on and creative experience where you’ll learn, experiment, and discover how plants can be transformed into wonderful preparations to enjoy and preserve.

Wednesday, September 30 

2–4 PM...

Would you like to improve your Spanish with confidence, at your own pace, and guided by someone with experience? If so, keep reading!

I am an online Spanish teacher for adults (18+) with experience since 2006. I work with a complete program for all levels, which I carefully adapt to your personal goals: conversation, grammar, work, travel, certifications… whatever you need!

My classes have a clearly communicative approach, so you can speak Spanish from day one and use it in a practical, natural, and effective way.

Why study with me?

Over 18 years of experience...

Tigrillo is an exquisite dish from Ecuadorian cuisine. It is a traditional and flavorful meal that showcases the rich culinary heritage of Ecuador.

Hello everyone! We would like to offer you an authentic, exquisite, and signature traditional dish of ours called Tigrillo. It is made from boiled and mashed green plantains mixed with fresh cheese and pork cracklings (chicharrón). It is served with a beef, chicken, or pork stew (bistec) and a fried egg—prepared exactly to your liking to suit your preferences...

Why choose us?

Full English support: we speak your language! Enjoy excellent customer service whether you visit the store or text us online.

Whether you need a quick fix, an upgrade, or a brand-new device, we are here to serve you with top-quality service.

Our services

Expert Repairs: Cell phones, laptops/computers, and gaming consoles (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo).

Software Solutions: Full software restoration, system resets, and OS updates.

Apple Sales: Genuine iPhones and accessories (cases, chargers, screen protectors, and more).

Visit or contact us

Come visit us on Don Bosco Avenue and Bartolomé Ruiz Street, just two blocks before Supermaxi Supermarket...

Experience authentic Mexican flavors this week at El Pedregal Azteca in Cuenca.

• Fresh mole made in-house with rich, spicy depth

• Mexican lunch special for $5.95 from Tuesday to Friday featuring a different dish each day with generous portions

• 2x1 margaritas every day, made with real tequila and strong, fresh flavors

• Handmade corn tortillas prepared fresh daily

• Tequila and mezcal 3x2 promotion to explore our collection

• Rooftop open for lunch, dinner, drinks, music, and margaritas in the heart of Cuenca

Come for the mole. Stay for the margaritas...

Every week is a great week at La Guarida. Reserve your spot now by calling or texting: 099 806 8071.

Film #694: "My Father’s Shadow"

Thursday, October 1st

Doors open at 5 PM · Film at 7 PM · Dinner reservations required.

Weaving high-stakes political tension with rich personal dynamics, "My Father’s Shadow" is a masterpiece of contemporary cinema, elevated by Sope Dirisu’s commanding performance.

A powerful story about fathers, sons, memory, and the profound depths of what families leave unspoken.

Jazz dinner with Esteban Encalada Jazz Quartet

Friday, October 2nd · Anytime after 5 PM · Dinner reservations required...

If you’re an expat living in Cuenca, dental care may work a little differently than what you’re used to back home. Here are a few things worth knowing:

Ask for a treatment plan.

Before starting major work, make sure you understand what is recommended, what it involves, and the expected cost.

Don’t choose a dentist based only on price.

For complex treatments, look for a specialist with specific training and experience in the treatment you need.

Keep your dental records...

• My name is María Peñafiel

• an Ecuadorian lawyer fluent in English

• Spanish

I offer legal and translation services for residents, newcomers, or anyone needing help with legal documents or paperwork in Ecuador.

Services include:

• English-Spanish document translation

• Powers of Attorney (POA)

• Purchase and sale agreements

• Lease/rental agreements

• Wills and other legal documents

• Contract review and drafting

• General legal guidance in Ecuador

• Assistance with everyday procedures such as setting up internet, TV, phone services, and communicating with local providers or institutions when language is a barrier...

Reliable, safe, and professional private driver and tour guide service with over 15 years of experience assisting expats and travelers throughout Ecuador.

Transportation services include:

• Airport transfers in Cuenca

• Quito

• and Guayaquil

• Hourly or full-day private driver

• Medical and legal appointments

• Grocery shopping and errands

• Furniture and appliance transport

Private customizable tours available in:

• Cuenca area: Gualaceo, Chordeleg, Sigsig, San Bartolomé

• Nature and culture: Cajas National Park, Girón (El Chorro), Laguna de Busa, Ingapirca

• Alausí: Devil’s Nose Train (Nariz del Diablo)...

We offer tours to the Galapagos Islands with over 15 years of experience working with tourists.

Our tours include:

• Accommodation with air-conditioned rooms

• Hot showers

• Breakfast buffets

• Lunches

• Bilingual guides

• Experience working with seniors and people of all ages

We provide affordable and fair prices with different payment options available. We are happy to share our tour itineraries to show how we compare with competitors.

I am Ecuadorian and have lived in Galapagos. It is an amazing experience!

Thank you for joining us.

Maria CF, cuencafriends@gmail.com 593 99 447 1149

Address: Galapagos, Ecuador ...

Great question…

Start with Global Safe Insurance Brokers!

There are many options to choose from, and every person’s needs are different. Some people want a low-deductible… others want a high-deductible…

Do I prefer In-Network or Out-of-Network? How do I access my claim?

These are just some of the differences, and questions you may have. Global Safe can answer all of them for you!...

Sometimes you need someone who is not part of the story.

Someone who does not already have an opinion about what you should do.

Someone who is not going to make it about themselves.

Someone who is not caught up in the same dynamics you are.

Someone who can listen closely, ask better questions, and offer alternate perspectives.

Living abroad changes more than your address. You may have built a life here, found your people, learned your way around, and settled into a rhythm — only to discover that living somewhere new has a way of rearranging you...

Dear friends of Gramm, we share some benefits of buckwheat:

• Without gluten

• Source of omega-3 fatty acids

• Source of vegetable protein

• Rich in B vitamins

• Rich in insoluble fiber

• which helps improve intestinal function

• balance the intestinal microbiota

• and reduce insulin spikes

• According to studies, buckwheat helps reduce blood pressure, improve lipid profile, and reduce the risk of colon cancer

• Good concentration of copper

• magnesium

• manganese

• and phosphorus

• Magnesium promotes muscle relaxation and helps prevent cramps in athletes during intense physical activities

• Source of antioxidants...

With Cuenca's vibrant high-altitude sun, protecting your eyes is essential. That is why we highly recommend Photochromic Lenses (Transitions). These intelligent lenses adapt automatically to changing light—staying crystal clear while you are indoors and darkening into stylish, high-protection sunglasses the moment you step outside into the sunshine. It is the ultimate convenience for exploring the historic center or hiking in El Cajas!

Exclusive expat offer:

• 30% off complete frames when you upgrade to photochromic lenses

• Free comprehensive eye exam included with your purchase

Care in your language:

English-speaking certified optometrist available...

Our experts skilled team transforms ordinary spaces into exquisite living environments that reflect your style and meet your functional needs. We offer our professional experience in every project we develop, helping the client choose the best options on the market for an excellent result.

No project is too small or too big for us. From a small repair in your home to large projects like remodeling an entire apartment, we can help you with all your needs.

Our services :

• Remodeling

• Full bathroom renovations

• Full kitchen (cabinets/countertops)

• Full interior renovation

• Painting interior and exterior...

If you are looking for a company that professionally and impeccably cleans your furniture, here we have the solution.

We are a professional upholstery cleaning service and we’re here to refresh and clean your furniture, bringing new life to your living space.

We have over 12 years of experience in the market cleaning furniture.

We offer upholstered furniture cleaning services for commercial and residential customers.

• Professional vacuuming

• Powerful pre-spray treatment

Agitation if needed. If there is pet hair, our time saver is a rubber-fingered brush to remove pet hair...

27 years of experience in hair care.

October Pink Month - Beauty unites us in the fight.

Exclusive Pink Month bonus.

All services include:

• Detox

• Products

• Vegan products

• 18 proteins

Special stellar promotion:

Stem cell treatment

• Deep reconstruction + nutrition + extreme shine

Special combos:

• Combo 1: Cut + wash + vegan blow-dry – $25

• Combo 2: Root touch-up + cut + wash + blow-dry – $45

• Combo 3: Highlights + wash + protein treatment – from $100

We work with vegan products.

Appointments required to reserve your spot...

Would you like to learn or improve your Spanish? If so, I can help you! I am a certified and experienced teacher from Cuenca, and for years I have taught Spanish to people of different nationalities and different levels.

My teaching approach depends completely on my students: their level, their goals, their needs and their preferences. So, each student decides if we are going to focus on the development of: speaking, listening, reading, writing or on the improvement of any other aspect of the language as grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, etc...

IdiomARTE is officially open! For the next month, we are trying out different hours to find when visitors are most likely to come, explore, and stay awhile.

Our goal is to have both floors open when people are most likely to enjoy them.

Hours for this week:

1st floor:

• Monday: 3 to 7 PM

• Tuesday to Saturday: 11 AM to 1 PM and 3 to 7 PM

• Sunday: 11 AM to 1 PM

2nd floor:

• Tuesday to Friday: 11 AM to 1 PM and 3 to 7 PM...

What happens to your donations of clothing and household items at Hogar de Esperanza? First and foremost, your donations are provided directly to individuals and families in our community who are most in need. we carefully ensure that each item reaches someone for whom it will make a meaningful difference.

Any additional items that remain after these direct donations are sold in our Esperanza Thrift Shop. All proceeds from sales at the thrift shop go directly back into supporting Hogar de Esperanza’s vital programs and services, continuing our mission to assist those facing poverty, illness, and other challenging situations...

Is your computer running slow, or are you looking to upgrade your tech?

At Computers2Gamers, we offer top-notch technical support and a wide variety of tech products to keep you connected and working smoothly. Whether you need a quick fix for your laptop or a custom-built high-performance PC, we've got you covered!

Our services and products include:

• Computer repair and maintenance: fast and reliable diagnostics, cleaning, virus removal, and hardware fixes for all brands of laptops and desktops.

• Custom PC builds: powerful computers tailored to your specific needs and budget for work, design, or gaming...

Hey everyone! I’m Alejandro.

Some of you may already know me, and for those who don’t, it’s great to meet you!

I provide professional gardening services in Cuenca for homes, apartments, terraces, patios, balconies, front yards, backyards, and gardens of all sizes. I’m truly passionate about plants, landscaping, and everything related to nature.

Whether you need regular garden maintenance, pruning, planting, weeding, a complete garden clean-up, want to refresh your existing garden, or are looking to start from scratch, I’d be happy to help bring your outdoor space to life...

Elsa is a very talented massage therapist - book her today! My husband and I both received wonderfully relaxing massages with Elsa while we were living in Cuenca. And all from the convenience of our own apartment. She makes house calls and brings all the tools she needs with her, including a foldable massage table and massage oils. She has a very gentle touch that is soothing and eases stress from the body like magic!...

Selling a new greenhouse; only 4 months in use. It is perfect if you have room in your yard to plant flowers or vegetables.

Dimensions: 8.2 ft x 6.9 ft x 6.7 ft.

Structure: Galvanized steel.

Plastic: Transparent to let the sun in, so no artificial lights are needed.

Fiber: Covered with specialized greenhouse fiber to prevent insects from coming inside, keeping your crop safe.

Structure is detachable, making it compact and easy to assemble and transport...

You said that you were waiting for a dip to load up – and here it is!!

The silver market has offered you a fleeting gift. You know that you should be stacking. Now is the time! Despite the crazy paper price, there still is a structural deficit of silver in the world.

Contact me today to arrange a purchase of 1 Troy ounce Inca Mint silver rounds. We can meet at the Sunrise Cafe or almost any restaurant of your choosing. ( $Pricing varies with your volume purchase.)...

Selling a new greenhouse, only 4 months in use. It is perfect for growing microgreens, hydroponics, flowers, or vegetables.

Dimensions: 8.2 ft x 6.9 ft x 6.7 ft.

Structure: Galvanized steel.

Plastic: Transparent to let the sun in, no artificial lights needed.

Ventilation is adjustable to keep it warm on cold days and fresh on hot days.

It is secured with a double layer of plastic and fiber that repels insects.

Fiber: Covered with specialized greenhouse fiber to prevent insects from entering, keeping your crop safe.

Structure is detachable, compact, and easy to assemble for transport...

Rustic countryside sanctuary in Cuenca-Sidcay

Escape the noise and find your perfect balance of peace, harmony, and productivity in this stunning, fully furnished countryside villa.

Located just 25 minutes from downtown Cuenca, this majestic property is nestled within a spectacular 2.5-acre (107,600 sq ft) private estate.

“The house is located within a private, premium estate shared with only four other luxury villas, offering both total security and an exclusive atmosphere.”

It offers an idyllic, highly secure sanctuary that is completely pet-friendly and perfectly optimized for digital nomads, remote workers, or families looking for a premium weekly getaway or Airbnb...

Discover this exceptional, one-of-a-kind apartment perfectly positioned overlooking the beautiful Yanuncay River. Bright, spacious, and filled with natural light, this elegant home offers the perfect combination of comfort, style, and an unbeatable location.

Located in 1ro de Mayo avenue Edificio 4 Ríos.

The apartment features 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, with 109 m² (1,167 sq. Ft.) of interior living space, plus a 14 m² (150 sq. Ft.) private terrace offering beautiful river views...