Tag: Andes
Locro de Papa, Quiteño Comfort Food
I can’t think of a dish that is more emblematic of Quito than Locro de Papa or Potato Soup....
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The Mysterious Puruhanta – A High Altitude Lake in Imbabura
For seasoned Ecuadorian travelers, the northern province of Imbabura evokes beautiful images of...
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The Best Hot Springs Near Quito, Ecuador: Papallacta
The best hot springs near Quito lie about an hour outside of the city in the small town of...
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Catzos – Sierra Snack Food
I almost couldn’t believe it when I saw catzos con tostado for sale at the local Killa Raymi...
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The Flowering Guayacanes: A Photo Essay
Flowering Guayacanes: A Photo Essay Each year following the first downpour of the rainy season,...
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Alto de los Idolos in Southern Colombia
During our trip through Southern Colombia, we visited a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its...
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Our First Look At Ancient Stone Statues in Isnos, Colombia
The smallest of the three sites, Alto de las Piedras gives just a taste of what the San Agustin Archeological Park offers visitors to Colombia.
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Quinoa Salad with Mangoes and Curry Dressing
Whole Foods had mangoes on sale last weekend – those tiny mangos that turn bright yellow...
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Hiking The Trails at Laguna Mica
While Laguna Mica may not physically be far from the hustle and bustle of the capital...
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Taita Chimborazo and Mama Tungurahua
If you’re traveling in the Sierra, you are likely to hear legends about the ancient spirits,...
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Pichincha Province, Ecuador
The Pichincha Province of Ecuador is home to so many wonderful places that I dedicated many...
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Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador
Ecuador Por Mis Ojos Recently, the Instituto Geografico Militar of Ecuador and I released a book...
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