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Where to buy groceries in Cuenca, Ecuador — from the bustling mercados and Feria Libre to Supermaxi and specialty stores. What to buy where, typical prices, and tips for finding the foods you miss from home.

Choosing where to live in Cuenca? A neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide covering rent prices, walkability, safety, vibe, and which areas suit retirees vs. remote workers vs. families.

What's the expat community actually like in Cuenca? How big is it, where do expats hang out, and how do you plug in? A realistic look at American and international expats in Cuenca, Ecuador.

Everything you need to know about moving to Cuenca, Ecuador as an expat — visas, cost of living, neighborhoods, healthcare, banking, safety, and the honest pros and cons from someone who did it.

ETAPA started repairing a major water pipe in Miraflores on Friday, and 12 neighborhoods will feel it through early April. If you're in Totoracocha, El Vergel, or anywhere on the east side, here's what to expect and how to prepare.

Heads up if you're in San Joaquín or Narancay: ETAPA is cutting water service this Thursday afternoon. No specific hours given (classic ETAPA), so fill your tanks now. Here's the full list of affected neighborhoods and what to do.

Holy Week runs March 29 through April 5 this year, and Cuenca goes all in. Candlelit processions through the historic center, fanesca at every restaurant, hotels already filling up. Whether you're staying or hosting visitors, here's everything you need to plan now.

Remember that 15% tariff we told you about? The US Supreme Court struck it down. Trump came back with 10% instead, which took effect today. About a third of Ecuador's exports are completely exempt. Here's the updated picture.

The White House raised tariffs on Ecuador from 10% to 15%, hitting shrimp, bananas, tuna, and broccoli exports. Ecuador's production minister is in damage-control mode, and the ripple effects could reach Cuenca's grocery shelves.