A Cry for Help

Can I request something from you? I’m in a bit of a bind and maybe one (or all) of you could provide some assistance.

In about a month I will be dusting off my passport, braving the wilds of U.S. airport security, and heading to Ecuador. It’s all super lovely except that I’m supposed to be this Traveling Taste Bud food writer, and I know close to nothing about Ecuadorian food.

This is where you come in. Your sister-in-law is from Ecuador, or your chunky roommate from college, or your little cousin’s second grade teacher or something. You just found an Ecuadorian cookbook you love or you spent half a year in Quito in the late 90’s after a messy break-up. The point is-- some of you out there know a lot more about Ecuadorian food than I do and I want you to give up the goods.

I’m not picky; I’ll take links, cryptic messages, and hazy photos.

Whatever you got.


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21 comments:

  1. The romantic query letter and the happy-ever-afterJanuary 20, 2010 at 6:56 PM

    Ecuador, how fun.
    I'm of little help but maybe a fellow blogger Jessica can be offer some pointers this is from her blog it was posted in July http://jlee629.blogspot.com/2008/07/ecuadorian-food-yum.html
    Warmest regards,
    Simone

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  2. Foodie with Little Thyme!January 20, 2010 at 7:58 PM

    Sorry, no help here! Good luck!

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  3. Fresh Local and BestJanuary 20, 2010 at 8:52 PM

    I haven't been to Ecuador, but I'm excited for your trip! I can't wait to see all of your great adventures!

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  4. MatteoJanuary 21, 2010 at 1:20 AM

    I'm sorry I don't know nothing about equador recipe!!!!I'll search the internet for you and post the link I find!!!

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2010 at 7:23 AM

    Sorry daaaaahling, this is out of my depth. An ex boyfriend's dad was from equador, all I remembered is he liked stake LOL.

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  6. Jen LassondeJanuary 21, 2010 at 7:51 AM

    I spent 10 days there and all I remember is arroz con pollo (which we cut up a whole chicken (that originally had feet and all ICK) to use in the recipe)... and another seafood dish which I did not eat.

    We brought a lot of peanut butter and ate that on fresh bread from the panaderia each morning. MMMM was the bread good. There was also a lot of fresh fruit.

    Wish I had more for you. Be very careful when you go there- do not carry ANY valuables- even a watch. They will be stolen- and never go anywhere alone. Promise me!

    Jen

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  7. PatJanuary 21, 2010 at 8:19 AM

    I sent Zack the contact information, but forgot to mention that Rodolfo loves to cook and has happily done some in-the-kitchen lessons for American co-teachers that resulted in cheery photos on FB and good looking food. Be sure to make contact with them!

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  8. DevonJanuary 21, 2010 at 6:45 PM

    Nice work so far everyone. Thanks for your support.

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  9. VelvaJanuary 21, 2010 at 7:38 PM

    Sorry Devon, I don't have a clue. However, sticking close to the locals will expose you to many wonderful things. You are going to have a fabulous time.

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  10. Simply LifeJanuary 22, 2010 at 5:56 AM

    I don't have much help to give but can't wait to hear about your experience!!!

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  11. theUngourmetJanuary 22, 2010 at 11:35 AM

    I wish I could help! Good luck!! :)

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  12. AnonymousJanuary 22, 2010 at 2:10 PM

    Wish I could help - I've never had Equidorian (sp?) food before. I've never even been out of the country, and sadly the furthest west I have been is Iowa :(

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  13. DolceJanuary 22, 2010 at 3:08 PM

    I don't have info... but I will check out with any friends and pass information on if I get anything!!

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  14. BarbaraJanuary 22, 2010 at 4:23 PM

    Wish I could help you, but you will get huge numbers of responses from our fellow bloggers!

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  15. The Cooking PhotographerJanuary 23, 2010 at 7:14 AM

    Hi Devon,

    How fun! I wish I could help, but I've never been there or know anyone who has.

    And I got that walnut pasta recipe from my friend Rhonda's MySpace. I've never made anything like it before either. If you ever want to know where the recipes come from I write a tagline with credit at the bottom of each post.

    Laura

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  16. JennJanuary 23, 2010 at 3:13 PM

    Hi Devon,

    Thanks for visiting my blog. How nice that you get the travel. I'd love to travel if I could. Hopefully soon I'll be able to.

    As for your request on Ecuador, I wouldn't be much help on that subject. I did once have a classmate from the country, but we've lost touch over the years. No no luck from me.

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  17. shazJanuary 24, 2010 at 3:26 AM

    Oh how exciting! Good luck Devon, and I too am sorry but I don't have any experience at all with Ecuadorian cuisine. Love to hear all about it when you get back.(Um, is it where guinea pig/cuy is a delicacy?? Or is that elsewhere in South America?)

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  18. Christo GonzalesJanuary 24, 2010 at 5:47 AM

    I used to know someone there but we fell out of touch -I guess that wont help !

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  19. NamithaJanuary 25, 2010 at 7:52 AM

    Sorry that I can't be of any help...:( Good luck Devon !! Waiting to hear about your culinary adventures :-)

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  20. TKWJanuary 25, 2010 at 8:35 AM

    Know zippo about Ecuador, but excited to hear about all of your adventures. xoxo. Safe travels, sweetie.

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  21. Schnitzel and the TroutFebruary 2, 2010 at 5:32 AM

    Where was I last week? Missed this, but I am so excited for you. Will be waiting to hear what excitement you will bring us. Be safe.

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