Throughout November, the Christmas Angel Tree is visiting your favorite local ferias and restaurants in Cuenca.

If you prefer the personal touch of browsing physical tags and choosing an entire family household to sponsor together, visit our volunteer elves at the upcoming stops this week. Sponsoring an individual child costs $30, and keeping siblings together ensures an equal, joyful holiday morning for the household. All surplus funds go directly toward Christmas food kits for our 160 beneficiary families.

Our in-person lineup for the next two weeks:

• Sabatino’s Feria (just west of Otorongo Plaza): November 7 from 10 AM to...

Date: Sunday, November 08, 2026
Meeting: Cuenca, Parque San Sebastián, 8 AM

Let’s explore our neighboring city of Azogues by bicycle, riding through its lush rural landscapes and vibrant urban streets. This unique tour follows the historic path of the old Ecuadorian railway, taking you through charming countryside scenery.

Enjoy a blend of nature, history, and adventure as you pedal along the former tracks that once connected the region—now transformed into pathways for residents and perfect for cyclists and explorers alike.

Details:
Distance: 40 km
Difficulty: intermediate
Duration: 4 hours
Max height: 3479 masl.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to spend a morning as a Wildlife Caretaker at the Yurak Allpa sanctuary.

You will join the team of raptor experts. You can participate in their flight training and enjoy the impressive experience of holding a bird of prey on your arm. This amazing moment will also allow you to learn more about these fascinating predators and why they were rescued by the refuge.

You will be able to enter the tapir enclosures with the sanctuary’s caretakers. You will help them with their daily tasks, such as feeding and brushing the tapirs. They also love...

Rusty Wright has played shows, festivals and honkey-tonks all over the world. Luckily for us he and his wife Laurie (also a musician of renown) have moved to Cuenca.

Paco Lightfoot is a blues musician born in Spain and long time resident of Cuenca.

Come out, sit back, and watch these two playing some acoustic Delta Blues and Americana on Thursday November 5th at Bistro Yaku (one of Cuenca’s great acoustic music venues).

Thursday November 5th
Starting at 5:30pm and going until later on.
Cover: $10.00
Bistro Yaku: Luis Cordero 5-66 y Honorato Vasquez, Cuenca, Ecuador

About Reservations:
For reservations msg 098 748...

Rusty Wright has played shows, festivals, and honky-tonks all over the world. Luckily for us, he and his wife Laurie, also a renowned musician, have moved to Cuenca.

Paco Lightfoot is a blues musician born in Spain.

Come out, sit back, and watch these two playing some acoustic Delta Blues and Americana on Thursday, November 5th at Bistro Yaku, one of Cuenca’s great acoustic music venues.

Event details:
• Date: Thursday, November 5th, 2026
• Time: Starting at 5:30 PM and going until later
• Cover charge: $10
• Venue: Bistro Yaku, Luis Cordero 5-66 y...

Join us at R’ Gourmet for a very special week and month filled with unique culinary experiences and special offers. Celebrate with us and enjoy our exclusive menu and events throughout the month.

This Wednesday, November 4th, the French Dip is back on the R’ Gourmet table for just $9.50.
Roast beef with caramelized onion and melted mozzarella on crusty bread, served with our 72-hour reduction broth for dipping every bite. Served with a generous portion of Coleslaw, Fries like no one else and a house craft beer of your choice (extra charge for IPA) or a soft drink....

Need dependable transportation with a personal touch? I offer private transportation services in my comfortable Hyundai Creta SUV. This is not a taxi service—I provide personalized, pre-arranged rides for individuals, families, and visitors.

Why choose me?

• 9 years of professional driving experience

• Fluent in English and Spanish

• Honest, punctual, and committed to your safety and comfort

• Clean, comfortable, air-conditioned Hyundai Creta SUV

• Transportation by appointment

• Airport transfers

• Medical appointments

• Shopping and errands

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Sightseeing tours in and around Cuenca

Whether you’re a local resident, visiting Ecuador, or...

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,...

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...

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

November is here with everything! This month comes loaded with new surprises, products, and amazing discounts for the beloved pets at home.

Stay tuned to our social media, because many new things are coming. Remember that our service is fast, reliable, and safe, with professional veterinary advice to take care of those you love most.

We offer:

• Premium, super premium and ultra premium pet food

• Healthy snacks for dogs and cats

• Cat litter, accessories, beds and toys

• Carriers, health, and care products

We proudly...

● Alcoholics Anonymous: Mon, Tues, Wed and Friday’s at Noon. Saturdays at 9.30 AM and Noon. AA meetings are “Open meetings” open to anyone.

● ︎Al-Anon: meetings at 10:30 AM on Thursday

● NA Meeting: Fridays at 1:30 PM

● Women’s 12-Step Meeting, “Sisters in Serenity” (Open to all 12-Step programs) at 10:30 AM Wednesday

● Overeaters Anonymous (OA): meetings at 10:30 AM Tuesday︎

7-50 Mariscal Sucre, between Luis Cordero and Presidente Borrero, second building east of Parque Calderón. Enter the first door left of the parking garage, and we’re up one flight of stairs above the restaurant, Calderón Café...

Currently, there is no movie scheduled for November, but we are working to bring you something exciting soon.

If you have any suggestions for new movies we can show, please text me.

Please note the change of venue: from now on, our movies will be shown at the Mall del Alto theater, located just above Mall de Rio. This theater features a high-quality screen with the latest technology, better seating, and a full bar.

We will announce our next movie soon and look forward to seeing all of you loyal fans.

If you want to be added to the movie...

Thanksgiving and Christmas are just around the corner. Many things can affect the health of your pet, so be mindful of what you leave near them. For example, a lady left a piece of cinnamon toast on a table while visiting her sister. The dog quickly ate it and suffered great pain, requiring a vet visit with anxious moments to follow.

If your pet has been poisoned by another animal, such as through a bite or ingestion of toxic substances, it is important to act quickly. Rabies is a serious concern, so keep your pet’s rabies vaccinations up to date....

We offer delicious vegan specialty food including humitas and tender corn tortillas. Perfect for those seeking plant-based traditional flavors made with care and quality ingredients.I use only high-quality ingredients like vegan butter and lard. I don’t use strong seasonings that could affect our health, and I always try to cater to everyone’s preferences. You can choose to have the humitas steamed or fried, and the corn tortillas fried. It’s ideal for sharing with family and friends, or even when you’re alone. You can enjoy it with your favorite beverage or serve it however you like.

Options available for each lot...

At Nómadas Puertas del Sol, enjoy our brand-new monthly special all November long: the genuine Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich.

• Premium-grade beef, cooked juicy and tender
• Served in a real, handcrafted Italian roll, perfectly toasted on the outside and soft on the inside
• Melted, gooey cheese bringing it all together
• Served with a side of golden, crispy French fries

Price: $11.25

Location: Nómadas Puertas del Sol, Calle Manuel Albornoz and Los Cedros

Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 8 AM to 3 PM (Closed Mondays)

Stop by and grab yours before the month ends! We cannot wait to see you.