Experience the spirit of Seville, Spain, right here in Cuenca.

Dancer, Patty Salcedo, traces a timeless rhythm through Spanish castanets, alongside the soaring voice of tenor, Francisco Ortega Huerta.

Inspired by Zarzuela, opera, and international music, the spectacular performance honors a rich and enduring cultural tradition.

Friday, Feb. 20, at 7 PM (doors open at 6 PM)

$10 presale or $12 at the door

Email us today to make your reservation at: res@idiomartcuenca.com

Patty Salcedo Faggioni is a Spanish dance artist with over 50 years of artistic trajectory. Founder and director of the Patty Salcedo Dance Academy for more than four decades, she is widely recognized for her contribution to Spanish dance and traditional percussion, particularly castanets. Her work has been honored by cultural institutions in Ecuador and Spain.

Francisco Ortega Huerta is a tenor from Guayaquil with advanced academic training in vocal performance, including studies in the United States and Europe. He has performed widely as a soloist in works such as Messiah and Membra Jesu Nostri, and has directed and participated in numerous opera and chamber music productions. Alongside his performance career, he is active as a vocal coach and artistic producer.

Only at idiomARTE: Where creativity connects us

Mariscal Lamar 14-25 y Estevez de Toral

Cuenca, EC

idiomARTE, res@idiomartcuenca.com

City: Cuenca 

Discover the rhythm and magic of Spanish dance!

You’ll learn:

• Basic strokes (ta, ri, pi, pan)

• Coordination with both hands

• Rhythm, timing, and musical accompaniment

• Introduction to traditional dance

Feb 21, 2026

3 PM

Only $15!

Led by Patty Salcedo – percussionist and educator with 40+ years teaching traditional castanet technique.

No experience needed

Connect body, rhythm and tradition

Limited spots!

idiomARTE – Ma. Lamar 14-25 and Estevez de Toral, Cuenca

idiomARTE, res@idiomartcuenca.com

City: Cuenca 

Paco’s Blues is coming back to Common Grounds on Saturday, February 21st.

Come for the music and great company but most of all come on out to dance with us!

It’s going to be a great night, looking forward to seeing you.

Music kicks off at 5:30 PM and goes till later on.

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Saturday, Feb. 21st, 5:30 PM till later on

Common Grounds: Eduardo Crespo Malo y Gran Colombia

Cover $10

Paco’s Blues

Address: Eduardo Crespo Malo , Zona Rosa, Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador 

This sophisticated, 2 – bedroom condo in one of Cuenca’s premier luxury buildings near everything you love is a real winner.

Step into effortless city living in this light-filled, 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo located in one of Cuenca’s most sought-after luxury buildings. With 24/7 security, an on-site generator, an elevator, underground parking, guest parking, and a gracious lobby that welcomes you home, this elegant residence checks all the right boxes for comfort, security, and style.

Perfectly situated near Parque de la Madre, El Vergel, and the vibrant Parcaubamba neighborhood, you’ll be within walking distance to El Centro, top restaurants, cafés, shops, banks, and just a block from one of Cuenca’s leading hospitals—ideal for full or part-time residents looking for both convenience and peace of mind.

Inside the condo, the open-concept living and dining areas are bathed in natural light, framed by expansive windows that offer ever-changing views of Cuenca’s skyline and distant mountains. The kitchen features granite countertops, custom wood cabinetry, and generous storage space, while a large adjacent laundry room adds practicality. Included in the sale are the built-in oven, stovetop, and range hood, as well as all window treatments. Select furnishings and other appliances may also be negotiable.

The spacious primary suite offers privacy, comfort, and abundant closet space, with morning light pouring through oversized windows. The second bedroom—currently used as a media room—can easily be made into a guest room, office, or creative space.

This unit would also make a perfect long-term rental or Airbnb investment, thanks to its unbeatable location, quiet luxury, and secure, well-managed building.

Price: $160,000

Address: Avenida Paurcabamba y Manuel Calle, Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador

Please mention GringoPost when inquiring about this property. Property ID: RE-580197

I am the Realtor, Ashley:

Email: Ashley@ecuadoratyourservice.com

Phone or WhatsApp: +593 99 547 5116   

Mark your calendars and contact me directly for tickets!

We have a Movie!! Saturday, February 21 at 10:30 AM. Join us. Help us help others celebrate it too.

Cuenca Car Share, in support of the Cuenca Foundation, presents the movie “Hamnet” In English with Spanish subtitles.

Agnes lives peacefully with her husband and three children. She cultivates medicinal plants while William works in London. Fate deals them a cruel blow when their eleven-year-old son, Hamnet, dies suddenly after contracting the plague.

Remember, the Cuenca Foundation supports the needy. If you wish to make an additional donation, either at the door or by other means, please let us know that it is for the Cuenca Foundation. Just a thought – a $9 ticket with a donation means you don’t have to deal with “monedas” at the door. 100% of donations are given directly to the Cuenca Foundation.

Saturday, February 21st, 10:30 AM at Millennium Plaza.

Tickets are available now.

Tickets are ready to be delivered if you text me on WhatsApp at 098 699 5694. I will bring them to your place. Or you can pay on the day of the movie.

Please email me if you would like to be added to the movie group or require information for the bank transfer.

Please share it if you can’t make it, so someone else knows about it.

Thank you so much!

Emilio Morocho, +593 98 699 5694

City: Cuenca