Money Matters

Our first trip to Ecuador someone advised us to bring small bills. We thought really? But its the best for sure and we were thankful for the advice. Try to keep things under $20. I have had success in spending a $50 once at TIA (mercado here in Cotacachi) but for the most part ones, fives and tens are welcomed… Read More

Eatery – La Parrilla De Alberto (Cotacachi)

Great food at super low prices Take a baby step further into Ecuador. Discover the food court next to the Cotacachi bus station. I have eaten there regularly for almost a year and never had a problem with the food. My good friends, Roxy and Alberto Albancando operate “La Parrilla De Alberto” at the end of the food court by… Read More

Eatery – Punto Clave (Cotacachi)

Suzie Guerra from Colors & Flavors Restaurant has opened a new (additional) restaurant on Leather Street — next to Monica’s Supermercado. Debbie and I were there yesterday for one of the specials … a submarine sandwich, a few chips and drink for $1.50 … very good. She has many sub selections, ice cream from Ibarra (the real deal made by… Read More

Eatery – G & M (Otavalo)

New restaurant in Otavalo (G & M) Julian and I had such an incredible meal at a new restaurant in Otavalo that I felt I just had to pass it on. This restaurant is called “G & M” and is located just a short walk away from the bus station. When leaving the bus station, take a right on Bolivar… Read More

Eatery – SWEET & SOUR (Cuenca)

SWEET & SOUR RESTAURANT Sucre y Borrero Phone 07 2845561 Here you can have nice lunch per $2.50 if you are in downtown, common food nothing different but it tastes good Sandra

Eatery – BALCON QUITEÑO (Cuenca)

BALCON QUITEÑO Sangurima 6-49 y Borrero Phone 2831928 Other branch: Ordoñez Lasso 3-11 y Los Pinos (I was here and can recommend this one, this is near of Hotel Oro Verde in Cuenca) – Phone 072822581 This is nice place to eat and they have different kind of food: ecuadorian, italian, chinese, the sea food its so delicious and prices… Read More

Eatery – LAS MONJAS (Cuenca)

LAS MONJAS RESTAURANT Borrero 6-41 y Juan Jaramillo Phone 07-2822750 Reservations: 0998214096 lasmonjas_restaurante@hotmail.com Really good, you can ask for the options with quinoa, those are interesting and very delicious. Good desserts. Sandra

Eatery – Tiestos (Cuenca)

Some information I have for Cuenca, specially one of the best place to eat is “Tiestos” .. every body that would go there will love the food … it’s just wonderful: TIESTOS (the best one… more than yummy and outstanding), Address: Juan Jaramillo 7-34 y Borrero Phone: 07 – 2835310 / Cel 087233063 jcsj71@hotmail.com (owner) tiestosjj7-34@hotmail.com www.tiestosrestaurante.com You must go… Read More

Chiropractors in Ecuador

Quito: Dr. Patrick Bullock, Parker Chiro College, 1994 Urb La Primavera II, Calle Magnolias, Lote # 5 y Miguel Ángel Quito Cumbaya, Ecuador Email: bullock0005@yahoo.com http://doctorbullock.com/ Phone: 593 (2) 355-1171 Cell: 0992542216 Dra. Francia Valladares, Parker Chiro College, 2000 Centro Quiropráctico Equinoccial Alemania, 925 y Mariana de Jesús Quito, Ecuador Email: francia@rocketmail.com Phone 593 (2) 323-7903 cell phone 096000-594 Dr.… Read More

Estate Planning

Many clients of our office are interested in the process of estate planning. Ecuador´s law in reference of that matter, is quite different from the US. Maybe we can run a conference to explain the process of estate planning, taxes, etc. In any event, Jack, what I want to inform you is about the fees that a person putting together… Read More