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.

Who has shaped the person you’ve become? Who have you helped shape? What does being a mentor mean to you?

Our next StoryJAM explores “Mentors” — the people who guide us, challenge us, teach us, inspire us, or simply show up at the right moment. Maybe you have a mentor story to tell. Maybe you’ve been one yourself. Or maybe your idea of a mentor is something entirely different.

Our invited storyteller is LaRahna Hughes, a retired farmer, interfaith minister, writer, storyteller, and community builder who has made Cuenca her home since 2022. Her life has taken her down many...

Paradise Indian Restaurant invites you to join us for a celebration of our seventh anniversary here in Cuenca.

On Thursday, October 1, 2026, from 12:30 PM until 8 PM, we will offer a special buffet dinner featuring the delicious Indian cuisine that has been a favorite of the local community since we opened our doors in 2019.

Buffet menu details:

• Cauliflower Manchurian

• Onion pakora

• Channa masala

• Mutter paneer

• Butter chicken

• Chicken peeking style

• Naan

• Rice

Dine in – $15
Reservations are recommended for dine-in service. Regular menu items will also be available.

Discover the world of Jesus Kahlo, an undiscovered talent until now, at RestoPub La Yunta. Thursday, October 1 at 5 PM.

Get ready for his first ever art show, a vibrant exhibition that brings together Pop Art iconic characters, bold colors, and unexpected combinations—a fresh and exciting addition to Cuenca’s art scene.

Jesus Kahlo may be the only pop art artist working in Cuenca. His muse is Frida Kahlo, but he also celebrates popular culture icons such as Marilyn Monroe, comic book superheroes, Mexican Día de los Muertos figures, and more.

Jesus Kahlo combines different themes, symbols, and visual elements—such...

Room with private balcony and built-in closets, has an orthopedic foam, queen-size mattress and desk. Bathroom shared with one female who travels half the year.

A few blocks from Unidad Nacional and Remigio Crespo Toral. 1/2 block to the best neighborhood tienda, 1/2 block to a gym. 4 blocks to Batan Mall, 3 blocks to the Olympic pool and tennis courts, and Tomebamba River. Many good restaurants all around our area. Walking distance to Feria Libre El Arenal Farmers Market.

• Price includes a well-equipped large kitchen

• dining area

• laundry

• hot water

• high-speed fiber internet

•...

Pet-tiere – Your furry friend deserves the best, and so do you!

Welcome September! At Pet-tiere we celebrate the new month by pampering your pet as they deserve.

Throughout September enjoy discounts on all your purchases. We have everything your faithful companion needs to be happy, healthy, and pampered: premium food, natural treats, toys, beds, clothing, accessories, and care products.

We offer fast home delivery and you can pay from the comfort of your home. Every week we launch new products to keep spoiling your best friend.

We offer:

• Premium

• Super premium

• Ultra premium pet food

•...

When someone else’s drinking affects your life, it helps to know you’re not alone.

Al-Anon Family Groups offers hope, strength, and support to anyone whose life has been affected by a problem drinker. Our English-speaking group meets weekly in the heart of Cuenca.

Every Thursday, 10:30 AM, Mariscal Sucre 7-50, between Luis Cordero and Presidente Borrero — second building east of Parque Calderón. Enter the first door to the left of the garage, up one flight of stairs. El Sagrario, Cuenca, Azuay.

Meetings are free and anonymous. Anyone whose life has been affected by another person’s drinking — family members,...

Why choose Easy Visas-Cuenca – because we make the process of obtaining your temporary and permanent visas easy. Additionally, we provide services for visa transfers, citizenship, document translations and obtaining required documents from the USA.

We are dedicated to simplifying the expatriate experience for expatriates looking to relocate to Cuenca.

Our mission at Easy Visas-Cuenca is to provide unparalleled assistance and guidance to expatriates navigating the complex process of relocating to Cuenca.

We aim to streamline the visa application process, alleviate bureaucratic burdens, and offer personalized support to ensure a seamless transition for our clients.

Our commitment stems from our...

If you are relocating or simplifying your home and need to sell your furniture or appliances quickly and smoothly, I am here to help. I purchase well-kept, good condition items at fair prices, and I make the entire process easy and respectful.

I am especially interested in:

• Gently-used furniture

• All kinds of furniture

• appliances

• decoration

• everything you do not need anymore

• Refrigerators

• washers

• dryers

• kitchen supplies

• Appliances and household essentials

What I offer:

• Fair, transparent pricing

• Fast pickup and reliable communication

• No pressure, no hassle

• Professional...

We offer soups and creams made with cereals and vegetables, carefully adapted to your dietary needs and preferences. Enjoy healthy, nutritious meals tailored just for you.

Hello everyone! Are you looking for healthy and special meals to suit your balanced diet? We can help you with a variety of options, such as special soups and creams made with blended or whole grains, with vegetables, or with your choice of meats, or simply plain creams. We adapt to your dietary needs. You can order them freshly made or frozen. We prepare everything with completely natural and fresh ingredients, carefully selected for...

Come discover TerraBowls in Cuenca, a cozy café specializing in delicious açaí bowls, smoothies, coffee, breakfast, and brunch.

Our açaí bowls are made with a creamy açaí base, crunchy granola, fresh fruits, and your favorite toppings — including peanut butter, honey, and Nutella.

$6 each açai bowl

We also offer smoothies, coffee, and breakfast options, so there is something for every craving.

• Location: Agustín Cueva y Padre Julio Matovelle, same street as Subway in Remigio Crespo
• Hours: Monday through Saturday from 9 AM to 7 PM
• Menu and orders by WhatsApp at 098 728 2734
Delivery available

Our professional carpenters bring lasting quality, style, and function to homes and businesses in Cuenca and the surrounding areas. If you are looking for real wood furniture, custom-made wooden pieces or planning a larger renovation, our skilled carpenters deliver precision craftsmanship.

Our services:

• Custom furniture

• Framing

• Wood doors

• Wood windows

• Floating

• Kitchen cabinets

• Kitchen countertops

• Ceiling

• Shelving

• Decks

• Outdoor furniture

• Balconies

• Pergolas

• Painting interior walls

• Restoration experts

• Stairways

• General repairs

• Garage flooring

• Full renovations

• Antique restoration

We speak English

Paul,...

Hi! I’m Dr. Cristina Tenesaca, a licensed general physician based in Cuenca, Ecuador, providing personalized, compassionate, and affordable medical care for locals and expats.

Whether you need a routine check-up, urgent care, or help navigating the local healthcare system, I’m here to make your medical experience easier, clearer, and more comfortable.

Medical services available:

• General and preventive medicine
Routine check-ups, acute illness care, chronic disease management (high blood pressure, diabetes, etc.), lab orders, and prescriptions.

• Minor procedures
Ingrown toenail treatment, earwax removal, wound care, suture removal, and other office procedures.

• Medical coordination and guidance
Need a specialist...

30 years of clinical experience + 1998 Barbara Brennan Graduate

Private counseling, energy healing and integrated work in Cuenca

After 30 years of practicing counseling, coaching and energy healing in the United States, I have brought my work to Cuenca and am now accepting a limited number of private clients.

People come to this work when they are seeking greater clarity, emotional healing, a deeper understanding of themselves or their relationships, support through life transitions, or a new way of working with patterns that may no longer be serving them.

My approach integrates psychology, energy healing, somatic awareness, ancestral perspectives...

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We provide advanced painting solutions that will transform the look and feel of your home.

We offer professional interior painting, as well as exceptionally high-quality exterior painting services for houses and Apartments. We are a full-service painting company, and use only the highest-quality materials.

We deliver guaranteed and professional work inside and out, for a fair and competitive price.

Our services:

• Interior painting

• Exterior painting

• Stucco installation

• Ceiling painting

• Stucco repair

• Deck staining

• Wood refinishing

• Cabinets refinishing and painting

• Pressure and soft washing

• Gutters painting and repair

• Gutters installation

At Rose’s House Cleaning Services, we provide professional, reliable, and detail-oriented cleaning solutions for houses, apartments, offices, and vacation rentals in Cuenca. Our goal is to create clean, healthy, and comfortable spaces for our clients through exceptional service and attention to detail.

We offer regular cleaning, deep cleaning, move-in and move-out cleaning, and customized cleaning plans tailored to your specific needs. Whether you need a one-time service or ongoing cleaning support, you can count on us for quality results at affordable rates.

For more information, client updates, and examples of our work, visit our Facebook page: Rose’s House Cleaning.

Contact...

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.

Maybe it’s your shoulder when reaching into a cabinet.
Your lower back when getting out of bed.
Your neck when turning to look over your shoulder.
Or your legs feeling less steady when walking, shopping, or going up stairs.

Sometimes the problem isn’t just the pain. It’s what you’re starting to avoid because of it.

I offer personalized in-home physiotherapy in Cuenca, focused on two areas:

• Targeted Pain Physiotherapy
  For persistent or recurring muscle and joint pain — including the back, neck, shoulders, hips, and legs.
• Healthy Aging, Recovery and Independence
  For adults who want to maintain or regain their...

Marcelo Parra offers safe, reliable, and personalized transportation and assistance services in Cuenca and beyond. This is not a taxi service but a pre-arranged ride service for expats and visitors.

Day trips and excursions include:

• Gualaceo and Chordeleg artisan towns

• Ingapirca Inca ruins

• El Cajas National Park for hiking and nature

• Girón Waterfalls for adventure and scenery

• And more

Airport transfers provide comfortable on-time service to from Cuenca, Quito or Guayaquil

Assistance services include help with car registration, cédula renewal, utilities setup, medical appointments, vet visits, and more.

Transportation options include an SUV for up...

Winner of GringoPost Best Of – Courier for four consecutive years (2023, 2024, 2025, 2026).

Use our service regularly to purchase anything from the USA or anywhere in the world. Order from any brick-and-mortar store or shop online from platforms like Amazon, Etsy, eBay, and virtually any store globally.

How it works:

• Register on our website

• Place your order from any store

• Submit the “Notify Us” form with your order details

It is that simple.

To stay up to date, we recommend registering on our website if you have not already. You will automatically receive updates on:

We’re proud to share with you our collection of participants with vibrant lifestyle products and premier services who will be at Gran Feria Sabatino’s.

• Accessories, Artwork and Collectibles ~ handmade greeting cards, beautiful wood creations, macramé items, 3D printed novelties, watercolor works and scarves, crochet pieces, crafted candles

• Cards by Kim

• Cuenca Woodcrafts

• CuenCANNA Macramé

• JAS 3D Printing (New!)

• Madeira Woodworks

• Moscoso Fine Art

– Punto Jo Hecho a Mano Crochet (New!)

Tucusitos Candles

• Expat Services and...

Are you living in Cuenca and looking for professional assistance you can truly trust? With over 11 years of experience working with expatriates, Assistance in Cuenca has built a strong reputation based on honesty, efficiency, and personalized service.

We offer a wide range of services designed to make your life in Cuenca easier and stress-free:

• IVA refund for seniors: IVA refund is a personal benefit for adults over 65. This year, you may receive up to $144.60 per month. We can help you recover IVA from the past 5 years, with funds deposited directly into your bank account. Your...

Buying a vehicle brings freedom, convenience, and independence. But it also creates a financial risk many drivers underestimate until something happens.

In Ecuador, that risk is measurable. According to the Attorney General’s Office, 85,619 robbery reports were registered nationwide in 2025. The same official report recorded 15,529 cases involving injuries caused by traffic accidents. Behind every statistic is a driver who did not expect that day to become expensive.

A collision can generate repair bills in minutes. Theft can erase years of savings overnight. And damage caused to another person or vehicle can expose your finances far beyond the value...

Looking for a trustworthy helping hand to keep your home or workspace clean and fresh? At Rose’s House Cleaning, we take pride in providing reliable and personalized cleaning services for homes, apartments, offices, and rental properties in Cuenca.

We understand that every space is different, which is why we tailor our services to meet your specific needs. Whether you need regular cleaning, a deep clean, or help preparing a property for guests or new tenants, we are here to help with care and attention to detail.

Our goal is simple: to give you more time to enjoy a clean, comfortable,...

Gramm offers exquisite:

• cashews

• macadamias

• hazelnuts

• blackberry

• raisins

• almonds

• peanuts

• mint

• orange peel

• and passion fruit

Covered with pure organic dark chocolate. Our chocolate is 100% chocolate, without milk or hydrogenated oils, making it super delicious and healthy.

We provide delivery service.

To reduce plastic use, we use paper bags and invite customers to bring their favorite bags or containers to fill with the desired amount.

Visit us at Sucre 14_14 and Estevez de Toral near San Sebastian Park.

Our hours are Monday to Friday from 9:20 AM to 4:30...

Do you need help with your daily tasks? Mayra can help you. She is a trustworthy, responsible, and dedicated woman who is committed to every task you ask of her. She has previously worked with foreign clients and has always carried out her work in the best possible way.

If you need a reliable, local person to help you in your everyday activities/duties, do not hesitate she is ready to help.

Services offered:

• Light household tasks and organization.
• Care and assistance for people with disabilities and care for older adults.
• Medical accompaniment: support during doctor visits.
•...

I am delighted to recommend Dr. Ignacio Carmona of OptiMex whose dedication to excellence in eye care has been evident in every interaction I have had with him.

From the moment you step into his practice, Dr. Carmona creates an atmosphere of comfort, trust, and professionalism. His thorough examinations, careful attention to detail, and ability to tailor solutions to each patient’s unique needs set him apart in the field. Dr. Carmona not only provides accurate diagnoses and effective treatments but also takes the time to ensure patients fully understand their eye health and options.

What truly distinguishes Dr. Carmona is...

I’m moving and need to completely clear out my apartment, so I’m selling everything!

Bonus: Everything is less than 1 year old! Some items are only a couple of months old and everything has been well cared for. The home is smoke-free and has had no pets or small children.

There are lots of items available, including:

• Beds

• Couch

• TV + Blu-ray player

• Kitchen table + chairs

• Stove/oven

• Refrigerator

• Washer/dryer combo

• Espresso machine

• Kitchen supplies and small appliances from $1

• 3 bicycles + helmets

• bike lock

• pump

•...

• Practical

• stylish black metal utility cart

• perfect for kitchens

• dining areas

• cafés

• restaurants

• or workspaces

Dimensions: • Height: 81 cm

• Length: 71 cm

• Width: 41 cm

• Shelf Height: 33 cm each

Features: • Durable metal construction

• 3 spacious storage levels

• Smooth-rolling caster wheels for easy mobility

• Convenient side handle for transport

• Modern black finish

• Easy to clean and maintain

• Ideal for storing kitchen appliances

• cookware

• dishes

• beverages

• office supplies

• or everyday essentials

$130

We are located at Gran Colombia...

• Beautiful solid wood kitchen island cart

• brand new

• crafted with a sturdy

• timeless design

• Perfect for kitchens

• dining rooms

• BBQ areas

• restaurants

• cafés

• or as a stylish serving station

Dimensions:

• Height: 87 cm

• Length: 72.5 cm

• Width: 50 cm

• Shelf Height: 54 cm

Features:

• Solid wood construction

• Spacious butcher-block style top surface

• Large lower shelf for storage and organization
• Smooth-rolling caster wheels for easy mobility
• Locking wheels for added stability and safety
• Stainless steel side handle for convenient movement

•...

Ideal for those seeking a natural, plant-based probiotic supplement, far stronger than shelf-bought supplements. This formula was developed by Dr. William Davis, cardiologist and NY Times best-selling author of “Wheat Belly”, “Undoctored”, “Super Gut,” and his newest book “Super Body”. Tested by thousands of users, with amazing results.

His patients claim this is very effective for dealing with a wide range of digestive issues like SIBO and IBS, inflammation, mood swings, and gut-brain-immune symptoms. Unlike most probiotics, this product is made with special strains based on years of research into the gut microbiome, along with a very long fermentation time...