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1. What, not who, is “Lisa Asada” and why might it best to have a friend handy when ordering it?
2. What’s should an Expat know about Donuts here?
3. How common are “Panaderias” (Bread Stores) in Ecuador and why?
4. How common are Chinese restaurants, how good is their food, and what one dish can one almost guarantee will be on the menu?
5. How easy is it to find yogurt here and what should one know before buying it?
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1. What is “Cazuela” and where is it most commonly found?
2. What is Golf sauce, what is it not, and what should one expect when it is served?
3. What are “Salchipapas”?
4. Between Quito and Cuenca it is common to see rotisseries on the side of the road. In addition to the chicken there is often a meat that looks like what? What should a person know before trying it?
5. How do McDonald’s hamburgers taste here, compared to the U.S. and what U.S. chain is 4 times bigger here?
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1. On the freeway, yes they have freeways here, there is a sign that says “Falla”. What does that mean, and what are some things a driver might want to do?
2. Out on the street, an Expat couple looks for a restaurant serving breakfast. What will they likely find?
3. When speaking to a shop owner the owner will occasionally reply, “¿Mande?” What did they just ask?
4. What is the Registro Civil and of what use is it to Expats?
5. When ordering a steak, what are the common words used to describe how done the customer wants the steak to be?
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FAAN (Fundacion Familia Amor Animale) is delighted to share with Cuenca High Life Animal Lovers our latest magazine for FAAN-atics (Volunteers, Donors, and Adopters) who are working to build the first US standard shelter in Ecuador and make Cuenca known as “The City that Cares” about Animal Welfare.
In this issue, read a first-person account of creating your Last Will and Testament in Ecuador and an introduction to our “Heir of the Dog” Program; Discover what dogs teach us and learn more about the emotions of your pet.
You can also read about and sign up for our incredible June Events (a 50th Birthday Celebration Tea at Madame’s at 4 PM, today this Friday, May 26th) and an amazing day trip to the Tarqui mountains Saturday, June 3rd from 9 – 3 PM
You will enjoy Mimosas and a Continental Breakfast at the home of one of our Cuenca volunteers, walk with a play with the FAAN dogs at their temporary shelter, enjoy the peace and tranquility of the Tarqui countryside, and be hosted by an Ecuadorian family for a traditional, vegetarian lunch. If you haven’t yet visited the FAAN shelter join us on June 3rd! We’re a fun-loving pack of animal lovers working tirelessly to change the face of animal welfare through rescue, sanctuary, prevention, adoption, and education.
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1. An electronic document asks for the Provincia, Cantón, and Ciudad. To what is it referring?
2. A woman is walking down the street with a basket full of what looks like potato chips. She continues to yell, “¡Chifle! ¡Dulce! ¡Chifle! ¡Dulce!” What is she selling, and of what three things should an Expat be aware?
3. When asking for a cubeta of eggs at a local tienda, the owner will often ask, “Criollo o no?” What is a cubeta of eggs, what is “Criollo”, and how much is a standard price for each?
4. When backing into or driving out of a parking space, an attendant or a “vigilante” will often say, “¡Delelelelele!” What are they saying, and what will the “vigilante” desire when the car leaves?
5. What is the proper pronunciation of the word, “Ecuador”?
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1. How does one add a diacritic to a word in WhatsApp, and why might that save a person a good deal of money?
2. A store clerk tells a customer that they need to go to a Banco de Tornillos (Bank of screws). What is he / she recommending?
3. After returning an empty Botellón to a tienda owner, the customer is directed to a stack of full ones. What is the customary price for such an exchange, and of what should the buyer beware?
4. What’s a “cable” and how hard are they to find here?
5. What is IESS and why do many Expats find it better than the alternative?
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Thinking of Moving to Ecuador? Take this Short Quiz (#25)
1. A recipe calls for evaporated milk. Will that be an issue? What about condensed milk?
2. At lunch time a waiter hands the Expat a menu. Why might that be an issue?
3. When is Skype preferable rather than making a normal phone call?
4. One person loves barbequing with charcoal, the other with gas. Will either be able to enjoy their passion here in Ecuador?
5. A store clerk or government official asks for your 2nd “Apellido” (Last Name). What is the correct response?
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1. When printing a page from the computer, here in Ecuador, the printer jams. What could very likely be the problem?
2. When buying some tomatoes, the shop keeper asks “Riñón (Pronounced Reen-yón) or del arbol (Áre-bowl)?” What’s the correct answer?
3. A visiting youngster says they only eat Frosted Flakes for breakfast. What could be said to the youngster?
4. At a U.S. style Grocery store, an employee helps take the bagged food to one’s car or waiting taxi. Is it customary to tip them for this service? If so, how much?
5. In Cuenca, a popular Expat retirement community, it is very common for people to say that it is safe to drink the water. Is that true?
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Most health insurance providers in Ecuador don’t require medical examinations before signing up for insurance; they trust the good faith of the client. This makes it crucial to declare all pre-existing conditions on your application. Failure to do so may result in your pre-existing conditions not being covered.
When visiting a physician, it’s important to specify when the symptoms of your discomfort began. For instance, if you have been experiencing stomach pain for more than two or three months, then get diagnosed with a gastric ulcer, it’s essential to disclose the date when the symptoms began. If you contracted health insurance only one month before, the insurer will request additional information from your physician to determine whether the diagnosis of the gastric ulcer is an unreported pre-existing condition or not.
It’s essential to understand the rules and regulations regarding pre-existing conditions before purchasing health insurance. Always declare all pre-existing conditions and ensure your physician fills out your reimbursement forms correctly. Your insurance agent can also provide guidance and assistance, avoiding any possible misunderstandings.
In summary, understanding pre-existing conditions is a critical aspect of purchasing private health insurance. By ensuring that you declare all pre-existing conditions and provide accurate information to your physician, you can enjoy peace of mind and receive the best healthcare possible.
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1. A person gets so ill that leaving the house is questionable. What two options might the patient have in Ecuador that they probably would not have in the U.S.
2. What is the Ecuadorian Equivalent of Medicare and what impact might this have on an Expat?
3. An Expat finds regular 7-Up and Sprite for sale at $2.00 / can. Is this a good price?
4. An Expat finds numerous gyms in the country for around $30/mo. Why might they roll their eyes at this option?
5. After a delicious meal at a restaurant, the waiter clears the table, but fails to bring the check. Why?
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1. What is a cedula and why does it matter?
2. At an American Style grocery store, the check-out clerk hands the customer their receipt, their change, and several smaller pieces of paper. What are these and what should one do, or not do with them.
3. An Expat just loves those memory foam bathmats. What options do they have should they decide to move here?
4. An Expat decides to have all of their documents translated into Spanish before arriving to Ecuador? Is this wise or foolish?
5. Whether moving or visiting Ecuador, what is one important thing a person should do before purchasing an airline ticket?
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1. What is a botellón and why might they be important?
2. What are some considerations before deciding whether to bring a container or not?
3. An Expat has an antique gun collection that has been in their family for generations. How likely is it that they will be able to bring it into Ecuador?
4. What is an apostille? When are they needed? How might the answers to those questions be the difference between $100’s vs. $1,000’s of dollars?
5. Why are Panama hats common in Ecuador and why might it be unwise for an Expat to bring this up at a dinner party?
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1. At an expensive barbeque joint a group of Expats are seated immediately, while there is a line of about 20 Ecuadorians waiting to be seated. Why and what is the appropriate way to react?
2. When driving on the road, there is a square sign with black numbers inside a red circle. What does that mean? What if there is a “t” after the number? What if the words “LIVIANOS” is below it?
3. What is a “paro” and what impact might it have on an Expat?
4. What’s the correct way to ask for cherry tomatoes?
5. It is fairly easy to find land or homes with fabulous views. What are some things to take into account with these views?
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Never before done or granted to NEWBIE Expats in Cuenca, the “Find Health in Ecuador Dental Clinic” is now providing BOTH their first Dental Cleaning & Teeth Whitening FREE by ‘Dr. No Pain’ (Dr. Andres Pacheco), that of course being besides every Expat’s ALWAYS FREE Consultation, plus naturally of course to receive the AGAIN ALWAYS very careful, gentle and tender touch of “Dr. No Pain” (Dr. Andres Pacheco) as per any Dental services you need done now and at all times ahead!
Just send your email to the ‘Find Health in Ecuador Dental Clinic’ today at info@findhealthinecuador.com OR message via WhatsApp to +593 98 392 9606 so as to schedule yours FREE today (ALSO ALWAYS we respond in minutes to hours at most and even do so on holidays/weekends) 🙌!!
Email Address: info@findhealthinecuador.com
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Physical Address: Edificio Medimagen (Second Floor), Av. Pumapungo & Av. Paseo de los Cañaris, Cuenca, Ecuador 010105
Website: www.findhealthinecuador.com
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Never before done or granted to Expats in Cuenca, the “Find Health in Ecuador Dental Clinic” is now providing 1 FREE Tooth Extraction (non-complicated/non-surgical type) to ALL Expats by ‘Dr. No Pain’ (Dr. Andres Pacheco), that of course being besides their ALWAYS FREE Consultation and FIRST FREE Dental Cleaning, plus naturally of course to receive the AGAIN ALWAYS very careful, gentle and tender touch of “Dr. No Pain” (Dr. Andres Pacheco) as per any Dental services you need done now and at all times ahead!
Just send your email to the ‘Find Health in Ecuador Dental Clinic’ today at info@findhealthinecuador.com OR message via WhatsApp to +593 98 392 9606 so as to schedule yours FREE today (ALSO ALWAYS we respond in minutes to hours at most and even do so on holidays/weekends) 🙌!!
Email Address: info@findhealthinecuador.com
WhatsApp: +593 98 392 9606
Phones: 098-392-9606 / 07-410-8745 (Ecuador) OR 1-941-227-0114 (USA)
Physical Address: Edificio Medimagen (Second Floor), Av. Pumapungo & Av. Paseo de los Cañaris, Cuenca, Ecuador 010105
Website: www.findhealthinecuador.com
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1. After paying for a meal in dollars, an Expat looks at his change and sees one that says “Ecuador” on it. What should they do?
2. At dinner party an Expat is offered an alcoholic beverage. Clearly visible are some high-end Gold Label brands. What should the Expat do?
3. After dinner, a host offers coffee. After a guest accepts, the host asks, “con leche or Americano?” What have they just asked, and what’s the correct answer?
4. After using the toilet in Ecuador, what is the one thing that should absolutely not be done – particularly if one is a guest at someone’s house? What should absolutely be done?
5. After deciding to move to the Cordillera, a person goes looking for a Queen-sized down comforter. What’s the Cordillera, how likely is one to find a down comforter, and what is the Ecuadorian way to say, “Queen-sized”?
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1. There’s an HDTV with a price tag of about twice what they cost in the U.S. Is that a good price?
2. There’s a good football game on TV this afternoon. What are the chances a person in Ecuador will be able to see it?
3. A German Beer is being sold at around $3.75 a can. Is that a good price?
4. What are some advantages and disadvantages of using Skype in Ecuador?
5. After ordering delivery from one’s favorite restaurant, the Moto driver calls and asks for the “Ubicación”. What’s a Moto driver, what is an “Ubicación”, and what’s the format they generally prefer?
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It felt like a major drug deal on Tuesday when we arrived at the door of Ital Deli in the Industrial Park and it really was! A drug of kindness! Ital Deli donated to FAAN this week through their Challuabamba store, 160 pounds of Prime Pet fresh animal food that will feed our cats in community foster homes and our 160 dogs at the shelter.
FAAN President, Jose Gomez who cooks for the dogs every day was over the moon and after a long day at the shelter in Tarqui rushed over to our house so we could “make the drop” and keep the fresh food frozen. Thanks to FAAN Volunteers, Ken Lucero and Roz Reymers for making this big deal happen.
At FAAN (Fundacion Familia Amor Animal) we’re on the lookout for businesses “dealers” who want to work with us in raising awareness and funds for the building of Ecuador’s most modern and sustainable animal shelter. (Sponsorship, Products, and Materials, Gift Certificates for our Fall Gala, and Hosting of FAAN Fundraising Events).
It will take a village to transform animal welfare in Cuenca and our business and community partners in Cuenca and around the World are vital.
Be part of making Cuenca known as the “City that Cares” by contacting us or reaching out to businesses you know and do business with us to be a FAAN Business Partner.
Let’s make the next deal.
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