Ecuadorian restaurant owner, Carmen Itarba, speaks to us about her restaurant in Yawarkucha, Ecuador, which specializes in tilapia and caters to Ecuadorians and tourists alike.

Celebrated in Ecuador on November second, the Day of the Dead is a time for family members to gather together and pay respects through customs involving food, prayer and music, to deceased family members, whom they view as very much alive energetically.

Gorgeous flora and fauna, beautiful beaches, a pleasant climate and environmental consciousness are just a few of the reasons Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands are such a popular tourist destination.

Marcelo continues to edify us on the benefits of amaranth and quinoa for various parts of our minds and bodies.

Marcelo talks about the properties and benefits of quinoa and amaranth, "superfoods" which have been cultivated since ancient times but are currently gaining international notoriety as nutritional powerhouses.

The Tsáchila community has undertaken the task of opening its doors to foreign visitors, giving them the opportunity to learn more about their traditions and culture.

Residents of Otavalo, Ecuador, explain to us how they celebrate "Inti Raymi," an Inca Empire celebration in honor of the sun god, "Inti," and how it helps them to preserve their culture.

Ecuadorian "Poné," or shamans, utilize plants for their medicinal effects. In this video, we learn about some of their beliefs and wisdom.