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Sabrina is intelligent, confident, and has an attitude that she is ready to take on the world. She is highly creative, has a great personality, is fun to work with, and she speaks English.
Sabrina will graduate as a lawyer from the University of Cuenca in three weeks. I mentioned that she is very intelligent. She will be graduating as the class Valedictorian, or the top student, so she has superb legal knowledge.
She has helped me with many legal aspects like drafting and reviewing contracts and giving me advice on Ecuadorian law when I need it. Her legal advice is actually better, and more useful, than many lawyers, and her cost is much more reasonable.
She’s not only smart but she is also very diligent and very efficient, and she has a great problem solving ability.
I know you will enjoy working with Sabrina for your legal and facilitator needs.
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Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at the FAAN (Fundación Familia Amor Animal) Whether you’re cuddling up with your forever friend or searching for a new furry companion, we’re here to celebrate the unconditional love our animals bring into our lives and to say thank you.
Without you, there would be no dream of a new and modern animal shelter and making our city of Cuenca known as “The City that Cares” about animal welfare.
We hope to see you Thursday at idiomART from 5 – 7 PM at the opening of Dogs, Art and Love. Please RSVP at info@FAANecuador.org
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Experience the essence of the Ecuadorian Amazon at La Guarida Cuenca on Friday, February 16th, from 5 – 9 pm. Renowned Chef Paul Orellana from Nunkui Restaurant in Macas will take you on a gastronomic voyage through the rainforest’s rich flavors.
Chef Paul, an expert in Amazonian cuisine, will present a captivating menu of seven dishes, each showcasing the region’s culinary treasures. Beyond indulging your palate, this dining experience offers insight into Amazonian culture. Chef Paul’s commitment to supporting indigenous communities ensures that many ingredients are sourced directly from Ashuar villages, preserving local traditions.
At La Guarida, we are privileged to host Chef Paul and his culinary mastery. Join us to relish the Amazon’s enchantment in every dish, immersing yourself in a gastronomic adventure like no other. Reserve your seat for just $27.50 per person and be part of this unforgettable celebration of Ecuadorian Amazon’s vitality.
Secure your spot now by calling 099 806 8071. Find us at Mariscal Lamar and Luis Pauta.
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80’s Vibe will be performing at Common Grounds on Saturday, February 17th @ 6:00PM. Dance the night away to Donna Summers, The Pointer Sisters, The Jam, Golden Earing and many more. There is a $7 cover charge for this show, come and enjoy food and drink Specials. William Maher keyboards, Kristin Grzegorek, Carlos Cabeza guitars, Jeff Jones drums. Common Grounds is located at Eduardo Crespo Malo y Gran Columbia, we hope to see you there!
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High-dose Vitamin C is crucial to a healthy body and contributes to your immune defence by supporting and directly stimulating various cellular functions of both the innate and adaptive immune systems.
Vitamin C is an essential antioxidant and is responsible for many functions in the body. While not all of our oral supplements are fully absorbed, IV delivery of Vitamin C ensures that 100% of the vitamin is bioavailable. In addition, when given high doses, Vitamin C converts from an antioxidant to an oxidative therapy.
Failing to get enough vitamin C can result in deficiencies that may result in poor wound healing, easy bruising, bleeding of the gums, and anemia. In addition, since vitamin C aids in iron absorption, a severe deficiency may cause scurvy, a disease categorized by extreme weakness, bruising, bleeding, and lethargy.
I may suggest a high-dose vitamin C IV drip if:
You spend a lot of time in the city, travel a lot, and are frequently exposed to pollution
You suddenly feel run down
You have gastrointestinal issues
You have a chronic infection
You have a vitamin deficiency
You have problems with malabsorption
You have recently undergone chemotherapy
Benefits:
Helps clear infections
Strengthens the immune system
Helps prevent degenerative diseases
Protects the body from free radical damage
Decreases oxidative stress in cells
Cost of IV $50 + a $5.00 transportation fee
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Join us on Thursday, February 15th from 6 – 8 PM for
an evening of dogs, art and love. The show opening of Leah
Bolger’s benefit art exhibition and sale will help FAAN (Fundación Familia Amor Animal) to build the first and most modern animal shelter in Ecuador.
By now you know the FAAN-ATICS Love a Good PAW-TY so for sure there will be music and wine in our favorite art center as you enjoy meeting the dogs of the FAAN shelter through the eyes of the artist and caregivers at the shelter. Write us and help our PAW-TY planners with your RSVP at info@FAANecuador.org
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80’s Vibe will be performing at Common Grounds on Saturday, February 17th @ 6:00PM. Dance the night away to Donna Summers, The Pointer Sisters, The Jam, Golden Earing and many more. There is a $7 cover charge for this show, come and enjoy food and drink Specials. William Maher keyboards, Kristin Grzegorek, Carlos Cabeza guitars, Jeff Jones drums. Common Grounds is located at Eduardo Crespo Malo y Gran Columbia, we hope to see you there!
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Anyone know about the likelihood of me using my Ecuadorian grandmother’s citizenship as a basis for requesting Ecuadorian (dual) citizenship as an American whose mother was forced to renounce Ecuadorian citizenship when she naturalized as a US citizen? (My dad was American). Has anyone done this? How hard/easy was it? Thanks in advance!
Carolita
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As Carnival season arrives, so does the potential for health risks. With my experience in healthcare, I’ve noticed an uptick in emergencies during this festive period, including heatstroke, dehydration, sprains, and food and alcohol intoxications.
Precautionary Measures:
Hydration and Sun Protection: Prolonged exposure to the sun necessitates ample hydration and sun protection to ward off heatstroke.
Avoiding Sprains and Injuries: Crowded and irregular terrains call for cautious navigation and comfortable footwear.
Food and Alcohol Safety: High temperatures and unsanitary conditions increase the risk of food poisoning, while excessive alcohol consumption may lead to intoxication. Choose your indulgences wisely to prevent these issues.
How I Can Assist:
Based in Cuenca, Ecuador, I offer comprehensive healthcare services tailored to your needs, including holistic family care, chronic disease management, minor surgical interventions, child and adolescent health assessments, and precise intravenous treatments.
House Calls: I provide house calls post-Carnival for those preferring the privacy of their home, available Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 10 PM, and weekends from 8 AM to 5 PM.
Contact Me: For those in Cuenca seeking medical advice or care, reach out. Fluent in English, I’m here to support both the local and international community.
Enjoy Carnival responsibly, knowing health support is readily available for a safe and joyful experience.
Dr. Juan Carlos Cárdenas
Contact: +593 099 305 8074
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Dear expats, you no longer need to go to government offices to obtain your visa, we can do it for you with a POA.
In addition, we facilitate the process for visa transfers, cedulas and licenses.
If you need a will, EOL or POA, contact us for more information.
About us:
We have a solid standard of honesty and transparency in all the processes and services we offer. These characteristics demonstrate our responsibility and commitment to our clients. During all these years of experience we have satisfactorily resolved all clients needs and we have successfully processed all types of Visas and legal documents for Expats from different nations.
Our Team:
Luis Urgilés, is a retired judge and former President of the Provincial Court of Justice of Azuay, Master in Administrative Law, Commissioner of the ombudsman’s office in Azuay, Academic advisor and teacher of the masters in constitutional, political and administrative law of the Eloy Alfaro University, District Delegate of the State Attorney General’s Office Azuay, and more.
Indira Urgilés, has held positions as Ecuadorian Central Authority of International Adoptions at MIES (Ministry of Social Inclusion), National Attorney of Adoptions and Legal Status Clarification and Foreign Affairs Specialist. Honest and strong professional skilled in case study, legal interpretation, languages, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, and more.
Karina Urgilés, She has worked for more than 10 years with foreigners, providing visa services, wills, real estate, etc., She is the founder and administrator of Expat Community Ec.
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With live Jazz featuring: “The Jim Gala Quartet w/ singer Mariangel Mundary”!
Saturday, February 10th! —Jazz for Lovers!
Jim Gala (piano), Mariangel Mundary (vocals), Christian Torres (bass), Freddy Abad (drums)
Music: From 6:00pm to 9:00 pm
Reviews:
Jazz Ecuador: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Jim Gala is a great talent, among the greatest jazz piano players alive. His creativity and musical depth enrich one’s soul. His trio is the amplifier of the universe. Destiny needs you; keep creating!” —James Hill, jazz trumpeter, composer& arranger
“Cuenca is blessed to have such an artist in Jim Gala. I’ve played with some of the greats on both sides of the Atlantic, yet I have never heard such a transformative unique jazz pianist as Jim Gala. Simply put he’s a true musical genius.” —Bill Scott, Broadway Singer, & Arranger
“Jim Gala is one of my musical idols. He is a real soul man. No one plays like him.His musical philosophy, sensibility and taste are impeccable. He changed my life with his music. I actually quote him often and wrote about him in my book.But, maybe I’m laying it on too thick. He’s down to earth and just a cool dude.I may have to go all the way to friggin’ Ecuador just to see him again before I die.” —J. Riley Cain, Pianist, composer & Arranger
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Dear Expats in Cuenca and all Ecuador,
My name is Alina and I am currently volunteering for the non profit organisation FUPEC (Familias Unidas Por las Enfermedades Catastróficas). The foundation works for people with catastrophic diseases, especially cancer.
At the moment we have a program for this February that’s called ,’Ferrero dorado’ that stands for golden February and means that this month is dedicated to make the people aware of all types of cancer and FUPEC organized a lot of programs for the patients. One of these is for children with leukemia that will receive little boxes with fun toys and other materials.
As you can imagine, that type of work is not always very easy but when you see how thankful the children and patients are, it makes everything worth it.
The heart of our foundation are the people that volunteer and we can always need more help. On the way you can practice your Spanish with the patients. So if you would like to help us realize our programs for the people that need it the most, then we welcome you into the family that always accompanies you.
Sincerely Alina (volunteer in FUPEC)
Feel free to contact us here
tel. 098 703 2442
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Three years ago a big white dog, dragging a huge chain cutting cruelly into her neck, showed up outside our gate. Because our lease did not allow us to keep her, we had her spayed, vetted and Jo Austin helped us place Sky in foster care.
A year later, we placed Sky with Carmita Avila and Rescate Animal Cuenca. Sky was not an easy dog to rehome. Big, expensive to feed, Sky ran away every chance she got. She didn’t like other female dogs. Otherwise, she was kind, loving, gentle, great with kids and cats.
Carmita sent Sky to a trainer for the running. Finally, the right home adopted Sky and she is now happily a part of her Forever Family.
I am very grateful to Carmita and her group.
Rescate Animal Cuenca is a grassroots organization of foster homes. Local Ecuadorians, they aren’t as well known or well publicized and supported in the Expat community. Since 2013, they have placed over 1700 deserving pets.
They have much need of food, medicines, veterinary expenses, etc. To help, they are holding a raffle and need volunteers to sell/buy tickets and/or make donations.
Won’t you help deserving pets like Sky find – and give – love and happiness?
You can donate via PayPal at:
rescateanimalcuenca2013@gmail.com
Donations can also be made directly through Carmita at Banco Pichincha. You can reach Carmita to donate, buy or sell raffle tickets at:
carmin-15@hotmail.com
099 945 4563
Sky thanks you and so do I!
Doreen Dvorin
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The National Institute of Cultural Heritage (INPC) and the Agroecological Network of Austro, invites Cuenca expats to join a tasting and marketing event promoting traditional sweets of the Carnaval season. The event features two culinary experts, Tatiana Rodríguez and Carlos Bacacela.
Date: Friday, February 9,
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Place: Auditorium at Casa de las Palomas, Benigno Malo 6-40
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The dogs of Fundación FAAN are pretty excited about our upcoming art show at idiomART with the donated art collection by Leah Bolger. Each vibrant art piece has been named for a particular FAAN shelter dog and benefits from the show will help us to build Ecuador’s most modern animal shelter. Noel Batista from Trio Noan will be performing at the art opening and guests treated to a welcoming glass of “Wine to the Rescue”. This is a free community event. Donations for our shelter dogs are always welcome.
To highlight the exhibit, we also have during the month of love, a special FAAN creative salon and Art History Discussion on “Dogs in Art Through the Ages” on February 27th from 11 AM – 1 PM. Enjoy a fascinating art history discussion that explores the bond between humans and canines for thousands of years. Then work together to create a collaborative community art piece for the new shelter.
A $20 session donation includes a brown bag snack.
Save your space for both events at info@FAANecuador.org or through idiomART
Support the Arts! Support the Dogs.
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Please share this with you Cuenca football friends!
Nómadas Bristó is the place to be for Super Bowl fans in Cuenca! The combination of a professional 6ft x 9 ft LED screen, a great sound system, delicious Super Bowl food, and a football pool is a fantastic setup for a memorable game day experience. Plus, the fact that it’s a fundraiser hosted by Social Vision adds an extra layer of goodness to the event.
We’re hoping that the Super Bowl Fundraiser at Nomadas Bistro is a huge success, both in terms of creating a vibrant atmosphere for football enthusiasts and in supporting our charitable cause. Wishing you an exciting Super Bowl!
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Due to circumstances beyond our control, our show at Chill & Chela has been cancelled. Our next show will be at Common Grounds on Saturday, February17th at 6:00PM. We hope to see you there!
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Sabrina is intelligent, confident, and has an attitude that she is ready to take on the world. She is highly creative, has a great personality, is fun to work with, and she speaks English.
Sabrina will graduate as a lawyer from the University of Cuenca in three weeks. I mentioned that she is very intelligent. She will be graduating as the class Valedictorian, or the top student, so she has superb legal knowledge.
She has helped me with many legal aspects like drafting and reviewing contracts and giving me advice on Ecuadorian law when I need it. Her legal advice is actually better, and more useful, than many lawyers, and her cost is much more reasonable.
She’s not only smart but she is also very diligent and very efficient, and she has a great problem solving ability.
I know you will enjoy working with Sabrina for your legal and facilitator needs.
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Exceptional Repertoire of Classic Danceable Music, Performed by World Class Musicians!
BLUES • JAZZ • SAMBA • ROCK • FUNK
Some artists performed include:
Albert King, Antonio Carlos Jobim, BB King, Charlie Parker, Earl Klugh, Eric Clapton, Jaco Pastorius, Jimi Hendrix, John Scofield, Joe Cocker, Jeff Lorber, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Pat Martino, Robben Ford, Stevie Ray Vaughn, The Meters and The Neville Brothers (New Orleans Royalty), with Classic Jazz and Samba, John Chapman’s original blues songs, and more.
John Chapman – Vocals and Guitars
John Chapman is a versatile full-time professional guitarist, singer-songwriter, composer, and music producer with 45 years of guitar-playing experience from the greater New York City area, USA.
Some performance credits include Billy Johnson (Santana, Maze), Celso Alberti (Steve Winwood), Daryl Johnson (The Neville Brothers, Emmy Lou Harris, Daniel Lanois), Frank Martin (Sting, James Taylor, Madonna), Graham Hawthorne (David Bern, Bon Jovi, Faith Hill, India Arie).
Francisco Polo – Drums, Percussion
Frank Polo is a veteran professional from Venezuela with 50+ years’ of experience on drums and percussion.
Some of Frank’s credits include:
-Timpalista de la Orquesta Sinfónica de Carabobo Venezuela por más de 35 años..
-Timbalista itinerante de la Orquesta Sinfónica Municipal de Caracas..
-Timbalista de la Orquesta Sinfónica Metropolitana de Bogotá..
Christian Tenorio – Bass Guitar
Christian is a session musician on six-string guitar and bass guitar, sharing stages with outstanding musicians such as Tadashi Maeda, Jim Gala, Su Terry, Michael Lee, Matt Greisen, Freddy Abad, Patricia Martínez, Esteban Encalada, Christian Torres, Pedro Ortíz.
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