Expat Life
By Stephen Vargha Being an ecologically or environmentally responsible person is becoming more popular as climate change has become more evident, and our oceans get filled with plastics. Many people are trying to reduce their own adverse influence on ecology and the earth to the minimum. A small shop on Hermano Miguel, in El Centro,...
By Jeremiah Reardon From the vantage point of our fifth-floor apartment and its ample patio, I enjoy the panorama of the Andes’ green hills to the west, changing from sun lit to shadows cast by clouds. They give me a secure feeling because our water comes from its streams, and much of our produce and...
By Stephen Vargha A three-month long art exhibit just opened up in Cuenca that Boris Ordóñez considers to be the most important one his curated gallery, OFF Arte Contemporáneo, has ever had. “Of all of the artists that have been exhibited here, Garry is in a class all by himself,” said Boris. “Making it even...
By Stephen Vargha Family is the root of a Cuenca restaurant’s name. Many misinterpret its true meaning. “Co. means companionship, friends,” said Jose Ibañez. Jose is the owner of Calvo & Co., a west side restaurant that is famous for its gourmet hamburgers. “Calvo is Spanish for my bald head,” said Jose. “A lot of...
By Laura Brown Vegan diets have become increasingly popular over the years, especially among people looking to improve their health. Indeed, a growing body of evidence shows that plant-based diets (including vegan diets) can have many benefits for health, and have been linked to lower heart disease risk alongside decreased body weight and cholesterol levels....
By Bani Amor “What time are we headed to Playas tomorrow?” I asked my mom at her cousin’s house in Guayaquil. “Seven in the morning,” she replied. “So eight, Ecuador Time,” I quipped back. She looked up at me for a moment from the mountain of luggage she was attempting to unpack — clothing for...
By John Keeble Cuenca expat Jean McCord, caught in limbo between Cuenca’s hospitals before being helped by Ecuadorian and expat communities, is recovering from surgery and beginning the long road back to full health. Her experience is a warning for every expat. She said of her ordeal: “I have been healthy throughout most of my...
By Susan L. Hart Twenty-plus years of traveling and living abroad have taught me that the world is full of surprises, and it’s the incongruous bits you discover in unexpected corners of it that are the real travel treasures. This was absolutely the case this past November 30th! I was privileged to be part of...
By Stephen Vargha Cuenca is becoming a more diverse city. And that includes its music. “I was surprised how many people are following us around,” said Anayvis Beltrán. “People have told us how impressed they are with our music.” Anayvis is part of Trio NoAn. The 35-year-old from Havana, Cuba is the singer of the...
By John Keeble One of Cuenca’s most respected American residents has been caught in an agonizing health trap that is a warning to every expat. Jean McCord, well-known in writing and church circles, has been left, through no fault of her own, with only the generosity and help of others as a lifeline. On Friday,...
By Jeremiah Reardon A favorite expression of my Irish American mother went, “It’s a wonderful life if you don’t weaken.” A native of Coaldale, Pennsylvania, Genevieve’s family relocated to Millville, New Jersey, to find work during the coal strike of 1902. They rented their home to folks in exchange for making the mortgage payments. Well,...
By Jeremiah Reardon Cuenca just celebrated its two hundred and second year of independence from Spain. Founded in 1557 the Spanish built its churches on the ruins of Incan temples. As nine-year expat residents, my wife Belinda and I note how proud Cuencanos are, a pride born in close knit family life with a deep-rooted...
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Week of June 30
Constitutional Court Sets Criteria for Deportation of Foreigners Amid Migrant Rights Debate.
Ecuador’s Economy Grows 1.2% Despite Decline in Exports and Household Consumption.
Ecuador Appoints Cristian Espinosa as Ambassador to U.S., Bolstering Diplomatic Relations.
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