Guayasamin Wines

Guayasamin wines are imported from Chile (yes, I know, Guayasamin is an Ecuadorian artists, not Chilean), and are just a really good line of economical wines. We have been struggling to find a good, everyday bottle that we like, and Guayasamin offers great flavor, a lower percentage of alcohol (12 as opposed to the 14 you find in most other Chilean and Argentine reds), a variety of varietals, and only cost about $10 per bottle.

Where: You can find them at your friendly local Supermaxi.

Average Price: $10/bottle

El Otorongo - Galeria Cafe Cultural

Location: Av. 3 de Noviembre (next to the Otorongo Plaza)

Tel: 2832527 or 2823987

Hours of operation: Monday - Sunday 10:00am - 1:00pm/3:00pm - 8:00pm

Services: Enjoy (and purchase!) wonderful art made exclusively by Ecuadorian artists, while you have a glass of wine, a cup of coffee, homemade tamales or homemade ice cream (amongst other delicious offerings), all at very reasonable prices. El Otorongo is a very friendly, relaxed environment and worth going to alone for an afternoon read or to work on the computer (they have wifi!) or with your friends. Magy is the owner and is a lovely woman! She puts on intercultural nights the first Thursday of every month where for $5 you get a welcome drink, a tamale and coffee. They have some sort of local, art-related activity, and everyone has a good time.

Average Plate Price: Tamales are $1.80, and coffees and teas range from $1-$2 (very reasonable prices!)

Customer Service Review (out of 5 stars): 5 stars