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October TABLE OF CONTENT

6 ROCK

Aterciopelados

7 FLAMENCO

Compañia Flamenca José Porcel

ISSUE # 7

8 TROPICAL

Grupo Niche

9 URBAN

Bachatafest 2011

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10 KESTADC.COM GALLERY

Photos of concerts and DC nightlife

11 UPCOMING EVENTS

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Calendar of upcoming events

12 FEATURE

Vicente Fernandez

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14 FOOD

Caribbean Breeze

16 Mi PAIS Ecuador

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18 HEALTH

Toning your hips and thighs

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19 SPORTS

Andy Najar

20 STYLE

The Rise of the Poncho

21 FASHION SCENE

Andrew Nowell & Neiman Marcus

22 KESTA GIRL

Stephanie Llinas

24 NIGHTLIFE DJ Cholito

25 VENUE

Noche de Sabor Latino at Mango Mike’s

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ROCK pegados con esa cancion,” she jokes. Andrea is right; we can’t expect a band to keep their creative juices flowing and make mind-blowing new music when we keep asking for the same 20 year old song every time they visit. Nonetheless, Aterciopelados has found a way to meet us halfway by playing most of their classics like Florecita, Baracunatana, and Bolero Falaz at their concerts with a new twist to make them sound fresh.

Aterciopelados moshed their way into the Latin rock scene in the early 90s to send a clear message that Colombia could compete with the already established rock scenes coming out of Spain, Argentina, and Mexico. They offered a unique punk rock sound fused together by Andrea Echeverri’s throaty vocals and Hector Buitrago’s catchy bass rhythms. The band filled a void by sprinkling some much needed femininity into the male dominated 80’s Spanish rock scene headed by bands like Heroes del Silencio, Caifanes, Soda Stereo, and Café Tacuba. There’s no question that being fronted by a powerful woman has helped Aterciopelados’ thrive for over 20 years in this industry, however, their true secret weapon is their fearlessness to try new things.

and do what you truly love, write music.” She shares, “I’ve been able to juggle everything by starting a studio in my house. I make dinner, take care of my children, and then go into my studio and record music. It’s a great way to be with my family but still do what I love. It was hard at first, I had to learn how to use Pro-tools and other recording programs that I never had to worry about before, but it’s changed the way I write music. I feel in control and like knowing that what I’m writing and doing is solely mine.”

“There’s something about combining femininity with rock music that connects you more to nature, I call it the rocka movement instead of just ‘rock’,” explains Andrea Echeverri in a recent exclusive telephone interview with KestaDC. “The rocka movement also aligns itself to our pursuit of standing up for the damage we are causing to Mother Nature. It’s something really important to us.”

In this moment of reflection, we asked the million dollar question, ‘after 20 years, do you still consider yourself a Florecita Rockera?’

Andrea laughs and says, “Just like Celia Cruz is associated with ‘Azucar!,’ we’ll always be associated with Florecita Rockera! I’m not sure I ever was a Florecita Rockera, but that song and that album in particular was our big break and we’ll always be grateful for it.

It’s a magical song and people to this day still love it and ask us to play it at every show.

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It’s no secret that both Andrea and Hector have grown up in the past few years, both becoming a part of domestic life by starting families and becoming heavily involved in environmental activism for their native Colombia. We asked Andrea how starting a family has affected her inspiration for music and how she juggles it all, “Starting a family was a huge step and something that has been beautiful beyond words. Of course, you have to settle down a lot more, you can’t be on the road as much because you want to spend time with your kids, but at the same time there’s a need to express yourself

Andrea’s latest recordings are very organic; they capture real life and venture into new sounds.

“Andrea Echeverria 2 is all about me, my family, and my love for music. Some of my family members recorded vocals for it, my daughter’s drawings are the cover art, and I play all the instruments in it.”

Aterciopelados also recently put a new fresh twist on some old classics from Heroes del Silencio and Caifanes by participating in their respective tribute albums. “We loved that we got to pick our favorite songs and we were lucky no one chose them first. It was great to work on ‘Chispa Adecuada’ and ‘Para que no digas que pienso en ti,’ we love those songs.”

We asked Andrea what they have in store for fans for this upcoming show on October 7 at the State Theater in Falls Church, VA. “In 2011 we have a new band still led by myself in lead vocals and guitar and Hector Buitrago on bass and production, however, we have another female in the band, Catalina Avila, who joined us to do percussion. It’s a totally different feel for the band; all of our hard-rock songs have found new life under Catalina’s percussion. It’s really unlike anything we’ve done before, and gives it an even more feminine rocka sound. If you’re in the Virginia area, you won’t want to miss this show!” █

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FLAMENCO

By April Rose

hen a performer is true to the depths of their most inner artistic sensibility and deeply passionate towards leaving a lasting impression on their audience, what are you left with? Sweat dripping, heart pounding and breathless performers in front of an astounded and captivated audience who will attest to an unforgettable demonstration of choreography, storytelling and music compilation at its finest.

On October 28th and 29th at 8pm, George Mason University’s Center for the Arts’ lights will dim and the stage will be graced with an amazing performance by Compañia Flamenca and José Porcel, titled Gypsy Fire. A spectacular twist of classic flamenco dancing mixed with dramatic storylines, the Compañia Flamenca and José Porcel’s performance of Gypsy Fire is not to be missed! Alongside choreographer and performer, José Porcel, are the finest dancers of his company and a group of amazing musicians who all flow together to bring the spectacular performance audiences can expect from Gypsy Fire.

However, Compañia Flamenca and José Porcel did not become famous overnight.

Born in Sevilla, José Porcel began his passion for dance at only thirteen years old as he learned Andalusian folklore and flamenco styles of movement. In 1989, with the Ballet de Valencia, he made his first professional debut. Since then, his experience has grown and his performances have developed into a sensual combination of worldwide dance. The 1990s led to only more success for Porcel, as his dedication shined through and he went from a solo performer to directing his own Flamenco Company. But how does José Porcel keep astounding

audiences worldwide and continue improving his techniques? According to him, “I let my body flow by the sensation I feel and I express myself on the different moods I feel.”

Throughout his years as a performer, José Porcel has worked with such artists as José Granero, Victoria Eugenia, Juanjo Linares, Currillo, Manolo Marín, Javier de la Torre, Antonio Canales, and Pedro Azorín.

His first Flamenco work he directed was called “Te traigo al sur, Miguel.” Now a seasoned dancer and choreographer, José Porcel has travelled and toured in many places around the world, only perfecting his styles as the years passed on. José Porcel has

been lucky enough to travel the world, dancing with the best of the best in the industry. His career as a solo performer included his performances in “Los Tarantos” as he played Picaos, in “Medea” as the man of Medea, and in “Grito” as Soleá. His resume continues on as he was a premier dancer for the Ballet Nacional de España and played a soloist in Rafael Aguilar’s Company as they toured Germany and Switzerland.

As you can tell, Compañia Flamenca José Porcel has an exquisite artistic background grounded in hard work, which has led to the company’s great success and world-wide resonance as a remarkable dance company who has continuously grown and improved their performances. In addition, this isn’t the first time this group of amazing performers has graced the United States with their fire for the fine arts. Compañia Flamenca and José Porcel had such great success with their 2008-2009 tour, that they have returned to the United States and Canada for the year 2011-2012 to put on another sensational performance with Gypsy Fire. Gypsy Fire is said to be one of José Porcel’s best performances to date, which portrays the depths of the true gypsy spirit along with the most classical Flamenco dance style and movements paralleled with intense rhythmic beats. As for all of his shows, according to José Porcel, “The goal of every performance is to give my all, myself completely and with all the truth of the art of Flamenco. I would like to believe that the audience is filled with emotions at the end of the show.”

Audiences for the local performances at George Mason University’s Center for the Arts should have high expectations as they enter the theater. Be prepared for breathtaking choreography, vibrant colors, and intensely emotional performances.

Porcel puts every ounce of energy he has into his shows, leaving the stage drenched with sweat and passion. And don’t be surprised if you’re tempted to jump out of your very own seat as you’re taken over by the incontrollable urge to move along with José Porcel and his dance company. As his leaving remarks, José Porcel wishes for just one thing: “I hope that the audience recognizes the huge amount of effort that goes into each performance and they feel the Flamenco inside them.” █

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TROPICAL

By Gloria Turin

ourteen men line up in two rows wearing matching outfits, moving in unison. No, I’m not describing a baseball team out for a photo-op (the tip-off is the ‘moving in unison’), but one of the all-time great salsa dance bands, El Grupo Niche.

A musical institution on their homeland of Colombia, they’ve been making music since 1980, but don’t let those 30+ years fool you into thinking their salsa is in anyway staid or musty.

Full of energy, with split-second rhythmic timing and playful lyrics, the ‘CEO of Salsa’ is at the top of its game.

Grupo Niche was born as a new alternative for Salsa in a time when the music scene in Colombia was very poor. Jairo Varela, whose many roles include composer, arranger, director, vocalist and percussionist, introduced a style of an international flavor for Salsa lovers.

Valera’s mission has always been to make people dance and melt with his lyrics. Although the bands members have changed over the years, the sound remains the same: a heavy rhythm section consisting of congas, timbales, bass, the bandleader on piano, four vocalists (Elvis Magno, Eddie Saa , Jey Cadenas and Mauricio Castillo) offering rich chorus support, and a big brass section of trumpets, saxophones and trombones.

After becoming one of the major tropical acts in their native country, the group had the opportunity to participate in a Salsa festival at New York’s Madison Square Garden in 1986.

Grupo Niche’s new lineup debuted in 1987 with “Tapando el Hueco,” touring Europe for the first time in 1989. A year later, Puerto Rican singer Tito Gomez decided to leave the band, being replaced by Carlos Alberto Cardona from Colombia. During the ‘90s, Grupo Niche turned to romantic lyrics, leaving behind their traditional songs based on social issues. Because of this, they

gained a reputation as one of the most powerful live bands in the business, inspiring spontaneous dance fever at every one of their shows.

Internationally, Grupo Niche has walked through the largest venues in the world and has represented Colombia in countless concerts and shows and has visited countries like Ecuador, Peru, Panama, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, Curacao, Bahamas, Aruba and the United States, among others. Also, in their long and fruitful career, Grupo Niche has won dozens of gold and platinum discs for their excellent sales and has received countless awards from every corner of the world.

El Grupo Niche’s Golden era has been their whole career; from the very beginning until now.

Every song has been special because of its brilliant lyrics. Niche has songs like “Buenaventura y Caney,” “Cali Pachanguero,” “Una Aventura,” “La Magia de tus Besos,” “Se Parecio Tanto a Ti,” “Me Sabe a Peru,” and “Enamorada.” Grupo Niche promises to keep their unique style while adding a bit of spice to their new album; an album that’s current and appealing to both the new, and old, generations.

Recognized as the most important Colombian orchestra in their

history, Grupo Niche has sold, in its 30+years of existence, more than 15 million copies of their albums. Recently, Jairo Varela has announced the launch of his new album “Robando Suenos,” which will be in the national and international market in October. “Una Dia Despues” is just one of the twelve songs that make up this album, and according to Valera, is one of the best songs that Niche has ever recorded.

Highly disciplined and rehearsed down to the finest detail, El Grupo Niche will be performing on October 16th at the Salsaroom in Arlington, Virginia. This concert will be MEJOR QUE NUNCA! Niche promises to bring back the old hits, sure to add a ton of flavor to the dance floor, making a bridge between Latin America and The United States. So let’s not waste any time! Buy your tickets, get your shoes ready and I’ll see you on the dance floor! Que Grupo Niche va pa la historia! █ Quieres estar al tanto de sus projectos?

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URBAN

By Christina Cortés

If you consider yourself a bachatero, there’s no way you haven’t already heard about Bachatafest on October 16th at Galaxy Nightclub. Whether you’re going to Bachatafest to see Joe Veras, Yoskar Sarante, or Teodoro Reyes – or all of them – with these artists under one roof, you’re bound to see an incredible show! Each of the three bachata greats brings their own style and personal story to the table through their music. Whether belting out lyrics about intense, passionate love, or when that love has gone awry, Veras, Sarante and Reyes will have their emotions on display for the night.

With the strumming of guitars and beating of drums, they create an atmosphere of energy and romance. The history and life experience of these men will undoubtedly bring an element of greatness to the night not comparable to anything the DMV has seen before.

Joe Veras, who was born in May 1964 in the small town of Cotuí in la República Dominicana, had an instinctive interest in music since childhood. At a young age, Veras began singing in local town choirs, further developing his love of music. As a young adult, Veras moved to Santo Domingo to attend college, but eventually changed his mind and chose to pursue his music career full-time. His first break came at the age of 29, when he was signed to Darlenis Records and released his first production, Joe Veras Con Amor. His follow up albums Con Mas Amor and Asi Es La Vida gained him international recognition, reaching the U.S., and eventually aiding his move to J&N Records.

In 2003, Veras released Carta De Verano with

J&N, which featured Top Ten Latin Billboard Hit “Intentalo Tu,” which later won the artist the 2004 Latin Billboard for Tropical Airplay Track of The Year. With more talent than can be put into words and more hits than can be listed, Joe Veras will surely deliver his best at Bachatafest!

Moving on to Yoskar Sarante, born in 1970 in Villas Agrícolas, also in the Dominican Republic, the artist had humble beginnings and a deeply-rooted passion for music since childhood.

As a kid, Sarante remembers walking around singing at plazas and parks with his father, playing guitar as a way to earn some extra income. As he grew, Sarante participated in several children’s talent competitions, and as a young adult, joined the merengue group Melao. In the years that followed his Melao days, Sarante continued singing alongside other well-known artists until eventually choosing to cross over to the new bachata genre that was becoming more and more popular throughout all of Latin America and even the United States. Upon being signed to J&N Records in 1998, his first project with the label, Si Fuera Ella, was released, which immediately generated buzz about the artist. Since then, Sarante has continued to put out immensely popular albums and songs, including this year’s hit single “La Insulina.”

Finally, we have Teodoro Reyes, who was born in March 1954 in Nagua, República Dominicana. While gaining fame was no easy task for Veras and Sarante, Reyes has had to overcome one notable obstacle others have not – he was born blind. Obviously, Reyes has

never allowed his blindness to stop him from reaching great heights and accomplishing his goals. While in a school for the blind, Reyes’ love for music started to develop, but his passion for writing eventually led him to become a writer.

He combined his love of writing with that of music and began a career as a songwriter. One of the most famous songs that he has written, “La Hamaquita,” was sung by Dominican legend Fernando Villalona. After years of writing music for others, Reyes took it upon himself to pursue his own career in music, which has proven to be the right decision with his immeasurable successes. With hits such as “Vuelve Con Tu Papa,” which won him the Cassandra award in 1994, it’s a wonder why he didn’t choose to sing sooner!

With the rich talents of all three artists, and even more so if you are a bachata lover, you definitely cannot miss out on the opportunity to be in the presence of greatness at this years Bachatafest! █

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FEATURE

By Rosario Garcia

rowing up, my mother would wake my sister’s and I every weekend by blasting “Chente” from the stereo at the highest possible decibel. We knew that when we heard El Rey de la Ranchera crooning his hits “Lastima Que Seas Ajena” or “Volver, Volver” that it was only a matter of a time before we heard our mom’s footsteps coming up the stairs to let us know slumber time was over. Vicente Fernández was like a part of the family, and decades later, I still feel like I’m home on a Sunday morning helping my mom with breakfast whenever I listen to him.

Vicente Fernández is the type of success story that many people dream of embodying and look up to. He

grew up poor and started his artistic career by singing for tips on the streets of Mexico. He worked as a waiter, dishwasher, and a cashier but dreamed of becoming a Mexican icon like Pedro Infante. He went after his dreams and got rejected by record labels constantly in his early years. His first big break came from winning an amateur singing contest for a Guadalajara television station in 1954 after which he performed regularly for various nightclubs.

Fast forward to 1976 and Vicente Fernández cemented his throne as “El Rey” of the ranchera when he interpreted a song written by songwriter Fernando Maldonado that went against tradition: a macho accepts blame in a relationship and begs the woman to come back to him. “Volver, Volver” became a huge hit amongst the heartbroken everywhere.

No really, I dare you not to crave some tequila while listening to that song.

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ow in 2011, Vicente Fernández is a Mexican treasure who’s sold over 65 million copies and produced over 50 albums. In addition to his successful singing career, Vicente has had a prominent acting and producing career having starred in over 40 films. If there’s one thing that Mexicans love, it’s their ranchera music and charro movies, long romanticized by the caballeros of the revolution and rural cowboys.

Despite seeming to have it all, Vicente Fernández has lived a lot of the pain he sings about. In 1970 his father passed away minutes before Vicente was scheduled to go onstage. Although Vicente was devastated by his father’s death, he was determined not to let the crowd go without a show and managed to perform. By the end of that night critics were comparing him to Jose Alfredo Jimenez and Javier Solis. Years later his eldest son was kidnapped and released four months later after a ransom was paid. Vicente continued to tour and perform despite the

circumstances, always determined not to let his fans down. Vicente once told the Daily News that, to him, the Mexican Charro suit was like a Mexican’s second flag. “When I put it on, I become an ambassador,” he stated.

Although he remains the king of the ranchera, Vicente has evolved musically and is experimenting with new sounds. In his new single, “Volcanes Dormidos” he combines electric guitars with touches of Sinaloan banda for the first time in his career. The single is part of his new album “Otra Vez” which is scheduled to be released in November 2011. In this album, Vicente paired up with Mexican virtuoso Joan Sebastian who wrote and produced the songs for “Otra Vez.” The single

represents an important innovation in mariachi music, a creative step sure to entice younger audiences with its danceable rhythms.

Now, at the age of 71, Vicente is still delighting his millions of fans and packing arenas all over the world. He always starts a show by stating, Mientras ustedes aplaudan yo les seguiré cantando – As long as you keep applauding, I’ll keep singing. Vicente often tours with his son, Alejandro Fernandez, who is also a successful mariachi singer.

Even if you’re not of Mexican descent, Vicente Fernández is sure to entice you with his incredible vocals and star quality. “Chente,” as he’s lovingly called by his fans, will be performing at the Patriot Center in Fairfax, VA on October 30th, 2011 as part of his US Tour.

Don’t miss your chance to see Mexico’s living legend sing until the crowd stops applauding.

We warn you, it may be a long night! █

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FOOD

NUEVO LATINO CUISINE

By Manu Mayor

ometimes modern restaurants try too hard to fit in to the cutting-edge cuisine movement and leave the essence of the traditional dishes behind. The result may be an interesting, but ultimately unfulfilling experience. While there is something to be said for presentation and innovation, there is also something irreplaceable about a thick, if somewhat sloppy, traditional dish. There’s one place that’s got the balance just right—Caribbean Breeze in Arlington.

Caribbean Breeze is one of Chef Mike Cordero’s several creations in the area. Until recently, I wasn’t aware of how what I liked about Caribbean Breeze was connected to some of the other places I liked to visit. Do Toro Tapas, Malibu Grill & Café Salsa ring a bell? If you have been in the Arlington\Alexandria area for several years, then I’m sure they do. If you have been in that area for several years and they don’t ring a bell, then you really should get out more!

Mike Cordero has brought dishes that were considered exotic to our neck of the woods not too long ago, and prepared them with that special ‘Nuevo Latino cuisine’ flair, all the while remaining more ‘substance’ than show. Want to see the evidence? Go out and try some of the items right off their menu: Patacon Cali: Thin green plantains w/shredded beef, bell peppers, onions, jalapeño and tomato vinaigrette.

Caribbean Style Chicken Tamales: Chicken simmered w/sofrito and Latin spices wrapped in cornhusk.

Puerto Rican Alcapurrias: with Jalapeño Chimichurri Salsa “One of Puerto Rico’s National dishes”, green bananas filled with beef picadillo.

St. Lucia Skewers : with Avocado Salad & Caribbean DippingSauces Chicken marinated in Caribbean spices, Beef marinated in mojo and toasted sesame.

El Cubano: “Voted Best Cuban Sandwich” by Washingtonian Magazine. Their traditional Cuban style sandwich made with roasted pork, smoked ham, Swiss cheese & pickles. Served on pressed Cuban bread.

Crispy Puerto Rican Style Suckling Pork: Puerto Rican crispy suckling pig cooked for 48 hours. Served with oregano mojo, saffron rice and green pigeon peas.

Cuban Style Ropa Vieja: Shredded steak with roasted tri-color peppers, Roma tomatoes & onions. Served with rice, black beans and maduros.

Latin Style Stir-Fry : Traditional Peruvian dish w/Roma tomatoes, red onions, peppers and potatoes served with rice. Available with chicken, beef or seafood.

Arroz Con Pollo Nuevo Latino: White tender chicken & rice simmered in a light sofrito saffron sauce. Served with Puerto Rican red beans.

Cuban Style Bistec De Palomilla Nuevo Latino: Angus beef skirt steak with sautéed onions and Latin

spices. Served with white rice and black beans. *“Calle Ocho” Cuban Style Marinated Skirt Steak: with yucca fries, avocado, red onions & pico de gallo.

Those are just some of the highlights of a menu filled with the richness of traditional Latin & Caribbean meals, with the added craftsmanship of a modern student & teacher of the kitchen, Chef Mike Cordero.

As far as the venue itself, it’s as stylish as it is relaxed… much like its dishes. The high ceiling, wide spaces and huge windows surrounding the seating space make it feel as breezy as the name suggests. The patio, with an ‘urban waterfall’ included, only helps to stick with the theme.

Happy hour and night-fall bring out all the exotic drinks you desire and more than just a few dancers. When the tables give way to a dance floor, it becomes a full-fledged party on Fridays and Saturdays. When you don’t feel like heading out to the city, this Arlington spot more than does the trick. Good location, good food, good drinks and good parties; that may sound like a Caribbean destination and it is—a breeze of it. █

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By Maria Veronica Cevallos

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cuador, the second smallest country in South America, is located in the northern west coast of the continent. With 1200 miles of coastline, traversed by the Andes with the highest active volcano, Cotopaxi, jungles and the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador is one of the 17 mega-diverse countries in the world. The allure of Ecuador lies not only in its natural beauty, but more importantly, in its culture and people.

Literally named after the imaginary line that divides the northern and southern hemisphere, Ecuador was under Spanish rule

until 1822. Despite the obvious prominence of the Spanish influence in the culture, Ecuador is a country of diversity and a rich mixture of native, mestizo, European and African influence.

A trip to Ecuador will most certainly start in its capital city, Quito. Central Quito provides a well-preserved look at what life was like during colonial times. Places to visit in el centro historico (old town) include architectural wonders such as La Plaza Grande, the Church of La Compañía, El Panecillo and the monumental Basilica del Voto Nacional, the largest neo-Gothic basilica in the Americas. Outside of el Centro lies the ever-growing modern Quito, where a mixture

of parks and tall buildings provide the perfect contrast to old Quito. This is where the younger generations enjoy a lively night life with an abundance of bars, clubs, an emerging independent music scene, and new attractions such as Quito’s aerial tramway, TeleferiQo. Finally, just outside the city, you can find the famous Mitad del Mundo monument, and the first tastes of natural wonders of Ecuador: the hot springs at Papallacta and Oyacachi, and Paseochoa Wildlife Reserve, among others.

Typifying life in the Mountain region, along with Quito, Cuenca is a UNESCO World Heritage site, also popular among tourists. With its architectural beauty intact, Cuenca also is host to international dining,

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art galleries, cafes and bars, which also make it a great spot for socializing.

Baños, another great destination in the region, is good for numerous outdoor activities like hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and most famous for its hot springs.

Mitad de Mundo Monument

ast of the Andes Mountains and highland region lies the Amazonia or El Oriente, the Ecuadorian region containing Ecuador’s Amazonian jungles.

Sparsely populated but with almost 50% of Ecuador’s surface area, El Oriente is home to various natural reserves and indigenous groups such as the Quechau, Secoya and Huaorani among others. It is also home to the Yasuni National Park, the most diverse place on Earth, where you can still spot jaguars and harpy eagles roaming through the jungle. This is also the location of Tena, a city with two large intersecting rivers, and has become Ecuador’s kayaking and white water rafting capital, perfect for all the adrenaline junkies out there.

said to be more relaxed and free-spirited).

And in the heart of it all, Ecuador’s biggest and most populated city, Guayaquil. A true port city, Guayaquil is Ecuador’s business and manufacturing capital, and has recently emerged renewed from years of dedicated modernization and renovation as yet another tourist spot to visit. Guayaquileños are most proud of its cosmopolitanism and unique culture. A trip around El Malecón, the 1.5 mile boardwalk along the Guayas river, is the link to many of the city’s major attractions including the Anthropology and Contemporary Art Museum, a planetarium and theater, Las Peñas, Guayaquil’s oldest and beautifully restored neighborhood, and lastly, the Rotonda, Guayaquil’s iconic monument. Other spots of interest include El Mercado Artesanal and Mall del Sol, the perfect destination for the shopper in you, and nearby Puerto Moro where you can go dolphin-spotting.

Changing gears again, we find the Coastal region of Ecuador, La Costa, home to not only a completely different climate, but also a different demeanor (costeños are

622 miles west of the mainland coast is one of Ecuador’s (and the worlds) most precious jewel: the Galapagos Islands. Home to a group of young islands, the Galapagos

are famous for being the place that served to inspire Charles Darwin’s famous theory of evolution by natural selection. Like Darwin centuries ago, a trip around the islands will show you the amazing biodiversity of the islands, much of which only exist here, like the prominent and enormous Galapagos tortoise.

What you will notice in your trek around Ecuador is the intensely diverse culture from region to region, city to city. Nowhere is this more evident than in Ecuador’s cuisine. It’s a food lover’s paradise, and each region offers foodies different tastes and flavors. La Sierra with llapingachos (fried potato and cheese pancakes), locro de papa (a creamy, sweet potato soup with avocado and cheese), and hornado (whole roasted pig), and the most special, Cuy (roasted guinea pig). On the coast, you can taste a variety of fish, mollusks, and other sea creature dishes such as the popular river crab, and of course, ceviche, the recipe varying from city to city.

Of course, this is just a small overview of Ecuador’s hidden treasures. There are many more places to be discovered in this tiny country that will astound and marvel you almost as much as it has made Ecuadorians proud for over 200 years. █

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HEALTH

hat I like about these two exercises is that it doesn’t require for you to go to the gym! You can do these exercises at home, in your office, or at a park—all you need is the motivation to make time and get it done. Try these exercises three to four times a week, in addition to a regular cardio routine, and you’ll start seeing results in as little as a month!

by Jenny Osoria

Stand with feet hip width apart, hands out. Lower into a squat as if you were going to sit back in a chair, keeping your chest up and not letting your knees go past your toes, as shown. Stand back up, and then rise up onto your toes.

Lower heels and return to starting position. Do 3 sets of 15 reps each.

Standing upright, kick up left leg as high as you can and then bring your left leg back to standing position. Immediately step your right leg straight behind you in a lunge, bending your left knee to make a 90-degree angle. Push off your left foot and quickly return to standing, placing your right foot next to the left. Do this 15 times, switch sides and repeat for 3 sets.

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SPORTS

By Christina Cortés

s with most eighteen year olds, he is more than ready to leave soccer practice to go hang out with friends, yet he is different from most guys his age in that he is incredibly humble and somewhat shy. The biggest difference between him and his peers, though, is that most eighteen year olds aren’t professional MLS soccer players signed to D.C. United’s first team! Honduran native Andy Najar has come a very long way since being a young boy in his country, dreaming of one day becoming a futbolista like the ones he always admired. He is now one of only two Latino players on D.C. United’s first team, was blessed with the opportunity to play for la selección de Honduras, and is generating a lot of buzz within the entire soccer community.

Pihotos courtesy of getty images

Since being recruited and signed to United while he was still a junior at Edison High School in Alexandria and playing for the D.C. United U-18 Academy team, Andy Najar has made leaps and

bounds in his soccer career. In 2010 alone, Najar scored a team-high of seven goals in his first season with United (a combination of 5 MLS goals and 2 U.S. Open Cup goals), and won the award for 2010 MLS Rookie of the Year, 2010 D.C. United Volkswagen MVP, and the 2010 D.C. United Golden Boot – and yes, he did it all before his eighteenth birthday!

So far this year, Najar has scored a total of four goals and has made six assists, including a perfect pass to teammate Dwayne De Rosario which led to an incredible goal on September 24th at United’s game against Real Salt Lake. He was also called up to play for his country in two friendly matches against Colombia and Paraguay last month, fulfilling a dream he had eagerly wanted to make a reality.

He is without a doubt a star in the making, but only time will tell how far he will go in his soccer career. However, with such an amazing ability that’s already being praised, something tells me that Andy Najar has a very bright future ahead of him.

KM: What was it like being signed to D.C. United when you were only 17 years old?

AN: It was unbelievable! When I was a kid I always dreamed about becoming a professional soccer player one day, so to be signed at such a young age was incredible. It’s amazing being able to play with all my teammates, and I love playing for the club. I’m having a great time with D.C. United.

KM: How did you feel when you got to play for your country, Honduras’ national team?

AN: It was a great honor! I was a little nervous when I went to Honduras, but the people accepted me really well and it was a great experience.

KM: I have a question from a big fan of yours, twelve-year-old travel soccer player Reina Rivas.

She asks, “What has been the biggest obstacle in your soccer career and how did you overcome it?”

AN: At first it was hard when my parents brought me to this country. Everything was new and very different from Honduras. I had to adapt to my new environment, which was hard, but I started playing soccer here (in the US) and that helped. As time went on, things got easier and I never lost focus of my goal to play professionally one day.

KM: Where are you hoping your soccer career will have taken you in five years?

AN: I am not really thinking that far ahead. Right now I’m focused on playing well and working hard for United to be able to make the 2011 MLS Cup Playoffs.

I’m taking things one step at a time, and I know if I work hard for the club, great things will come.

KM: What advice do you have for young Latinos who dream about one day becoming professional soccer players like you?

AN: My advice for them is to keep practicing and working hard. You have to stay focused on your dreams and never give up. Anything is possible. █

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STYLE

by Daniela Guillen

Poncho’s have become, yet again, a fashion statement! They are not only warm and cozy, but versatile, too. The origins of the poncho are rooted in the indigenous culture of Central and South America. Traditionally worn by both sexes, the poncho served as protection from harsh weather and as a social indicator. Depending on the designs and textile, the poncho classified people by family, background and social status. Now that the poncho is back in style, the designs are a lot more modern and now come in different fabrics and lengths, but the traditional Andean designs can still be found. The poncho is best paired with jeans or leggings and an awesome pair of boots.

*Dre things ss u with a p fur pon cho!

1. ASOS Knitted Festival Poncho, ASOS.com $45.74 2. Minkpink “I Bolivia” Knitted Poncho, ASOS. com $155.51 3. Calvin Klein Poncho, Striped Knit Cowl Neck Poncho, Macys.com $78.00 4. Holmes Fringe Poncho, Diane von Furstenberg $895 5. Autumn Cashmere grey and wine cotton flame stitched swancho cardigan , bluefly.com, $108.00 6.

Fur Poncho, Zara.com $99.90 7. Autumn Cashmere, EXCLUSIVE Toggle Poncho, intermix.com $520.00 8. Diane von Furstenberg, Ahiga Turtleneck Poncho Sweater, $345.00 9. Women’s Striped Geo Poncho, forever21.com $14.80

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DMV FASHION

By Gedalia Vera

in the music culture of Hip Hop/R&B and Rock. After receiving a degree in Menswear Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City, Nowell has fine-tuned his skills at some of the most influential design houses in New York City.

Nowell’s Menswear collections are described as being modern, sexy, masculine, and edgy, all of which I can attest to being true after seeing his looks.

He has developed a solid reputation and a clientele that includes celebrities, professional athletes, recording artists and musicians and has even been featured in countless fashion and trade show events across the country. The masculinity of his suits is less easy to define – a cut that compliments the male physique; or a suit that broadens the shoulders and trims the waist, highlighting (or at least implying) an exercised body. His suits not only make the client look good, they make them feel good, giving them a real boost of confidence.

Top Images: Andrew Nowell Collection Bottom Images: Neiman Marcus Collection.

ashion has he power to make a social statement; a real ability to transform a person’s image. The designers in the industry have the pleasure of greatly influencing what direction fashion will go in. Miuccia Prada and Marc Jacobs are just two such designers-directional designers-known for remixing styles or inserting a vintage-flair into their designs.

Working five or six months ahead of the season, the press attends fashion weeks around the world, giving writers and enthusiasts the necessary arsenal to predict the trends they think the masses will really pick up on.

This month, I was delighted to have the opportunity to attend a couple Men’s fashion shows, a change of pace that I welcomed.

Andrew Nowell, a Menswear designer, previewed his Fall collection at the Fashion Expo held at the National Convention Center. The inspiration for Andrew Nowell Menswear is rooted

I got to experience a wonderful show at Neiman Marcus for a new collection, Lafayette 148 New York. The collection featured was for Fall 2011 by Edward Wilkerson. What began as a career in fashion has evolved into a life’s journey for the designer. Wilkerson’s collection has defined, very ladylike pieces, and a well-worth-mentioning dramatic coat collection. There’s no doubt that Wilkerson truly knows how to dress a woman. Lush fur vests, skinny leather pants and chocolate wrap belts were closet staples for the upcoming season, while gold cuffs, opera length gloves, and fur scarves seem to steal the show. Wilkerson’s collection is definitely made for the high powered executive, but can also work perfectly for the modern woman having lunch with her girlfriends. The Lafayette 148 collection ranges from a size zero to plus size and can be found at Neiman’s, Saks, and Nordstrom’s █

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Country: Barranquilla, Colombia Hobbies: Going to the movies and working out Favorite Restaurant int he area: La Limeña Favorite Quote: “Those who dream by day are cognizant of many things which escape those who dream only by night”. Edgar Allan Poe Photographer: Cameron (DCProstudio.com) Venue: Ozio Restaurant and Lounge oziodc.com

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By Christina Cortés

e’s known for being a club DJ, a promoter, having worked at tropa Zol, but more importantly, he’s known for throwing some of the hottest artists to the DMV! With over fifteen years of experience in the promotion industry, DJ Cholito is like the godfather of partying in our area. He’s had experience as both a club DJ who started out spinning at college parties, and as the owner of his own promotion company, COC Productions.

Throw in the knowledge he gained from working on the radio and you have a promotion mastermind!

KM: How did you start out DJing? C: I started out back sometime around 1994-1995 by DJing at Hispanic fraternity and sorority parties. Then I was working in local clubs until I left the club scene in about 2005 and I was working at El Zol part time.

In the promotion department (Tropa Zol) Later on I left El Zol and started my own promotions company, COC Productions.

KM: What inspired you to start COC Productions? C: I thought it was time for a change.

I still wanted to do something related to music and wanted to work closely with artists, so I thought I would try it out. Later I felt the need of a Business Partner, and asked Michael Flores to come aboard, my partner in crime, who was a sales manager at El

Zol at the time. After talking he became my business partner and we continued to make COC Productions stronger KM: Where does the name COC come from?

C: It comes from our old website, cacerolaOnline.

Com. We no longer have that site, but wanted to keep something similar and something that would be easy for people to remember, so we used the initials – COC. KML Where did Cacerola come from? C: I can’t answer that (laughs). Let’s just say It’s an old joke…

KM: What is something that a lot of people don’t know about you? C: A lot of people think that I’m El Salvadorian, and I love my Salvadorian people, but I’m actually Bolivian. I was born in Bolivia but when I was about six months old my parents moved to Argentina, and I grew up there until we moved back to Bolivia when I was 14 years old. Then in 1990 we moved here to the US. KM: So whose soccer teams do you cheer for, Bolivia or Argentina? C: That’s actually funny because when Copa America started in July the opening game was Bolivia against Argentina, and they were playing in La Plata, the city where I grew up. I love Argentina but I cheered for Bolivia, of course.

But I do like Argentina’s soccer teams. My son Diego is actually named after Diego Armando Maradona.

KM: What do you hope to accomplish with COC Productions in the next year or so? C: I really want to get involved with doing festivals. I would like to have my own festival, hopefully by next year, with lots of vendors and businesses, and of course lots of great artists.

KM: What songs do you have to play when your DJing in the club? C: I really don’t dj anymore but still like to be involved & with our dj team in the type of music we play at our venues like “Shuffling”

by LMAO because it gets people hyped up and it makes them want to dance. For merengue I really like “Que Buena Tu Estas” by Fuego; for bachata I like El Torito, and for salsa Tito Rojas and Marc Anthony. I like old school salsa more than new stuff, which is why I have to have Tito Rojas!

KM: Do you have any big events planned for us this month? Anything good for Halloween?

C: This month I have the first ever Bachatafest on October 16th at Galaxy Nightclub with Joe Veras, Teodoro Reyes, and Yoskar Serante. I also have something big coming for Halloween. There will be an artist, but I can’t say who yet – it’s a surprise! █

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VENUES

By : Gloria Turin

It’s Thursday night and you still have nothing to do? Why waste the night sleeping when you can be dancing the night away at Mango Mike’s?

Mango Mike’s is located in the heart of Alexandria, 20 minutes from DC but truly the best place to go if you want to stay local.

Because of its location, the place is visited by tourists and locals alike, all looking to take in beautiful Old Town and boogie the night away with a dose of pan-Latin culture that you can’t find just anywhere else.

To get you in the mood, this awesome establishment is adorned with three varieties of palm trees, tons of white sand, flowering oleander and hibiscus bushes. Inside, the bar is decorated with surfboards, colorful bottles and murals showcasing windsurfing and tropical scenes, as well as 42,000 pounds of limestone coral rock and dozens of tropical plants, giving this place a true sense of Sabor Caribeno!

This is the place you need to find yourself in if you want to practice your pasitos, find a good

mojito, drink a sub-zero Presidente beer or just to try your Spanish pick-up lines on someone.

Every Thursday night, Mango’s turns into a Latin Festival in the heart of Alexandria. Dj Jorge “El Pionero” and Dj Oscar “El Maestro” make sure the fun never stops with their fresh beats (great for a little booty shaking action).

They pump salsa, merengue, bachata, samba and reggaeton until the wee hours. And because they are the coolest Deejays in town, they are willing to take any of your requests throughout the night. Trust me, there is plenty of music to keep you going all night long.

If you are not much of a dancer, “Mango’s” has a 2 sided bar and a Tiki Bar where amazing Mojitos and drink specials are offered throughout the night. I am sure after a few drinks and the persistent rhythms you won’t be able to stay away from the dance floor. If your feet hurt and are scared to make a move? Do not worry! Mango Mike’s has plenty of seating areas for those who maybe just to need to take a break

and kick their feet up. Broke? If you are lady, you are lucky and get in for free; if you are a dude, you have a week to collect all your loose coins to add up to the small amount of $10, a price worth the night of endless fun you’re bound to have.

Thursday nights at Mango Mike’s have been rated as one of the hottest spots in the area. This is where you can find both dancers and music fanatics enjoying themselves with the best Latin music in town. Here, you are guaranteed a safe place to party and a little “sabor,” as well! So do not waste your time sleeping, turn your dreams into reality and check out this Caribbean paradise right here in our backyards. Este jueves todos los caminos conducen pa “Mango’s!” █ Mango Mike’s 4580 Duke Street Alexandria, VA 22304-2504 (703) 823-1166 www.mangomikes.com

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LOCAL TALENT and get frustrated. You have to start from the beginning and take it step by step.”

While salsa is SalsaFuego’s specialty, as their name suggests, their instructors also teach tango, bachata, merengue and paso doble.

SalsaFuego instructors do a world tour once a year where they showcase their skills. Cecilia is also one of the leading promoters for Peru’s annual Salsa Congress. “We are expecting to take about 50 to 60 students from the D.C. area to Peru for an amazing time in Peru’s 2012 Salsa Congress,” Cecilia tells us. “Trip to Macchu Picchu included!”

By Manu Mayor

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hat started as a ballet lesson at four years of age for Cecilia Villalobos, has turned into one of D.C.’s most prestigious dance companies and helped to grow Peru’s Salsa Congress.

Cecilia moved from Peru to Brazil after turning eighteen in order to pursue some serious dancing in one of Brazil’s famed dance schools. By the time she left, she was one of the school’s leading instructors. The school’s loss, however, was D.C.’s gain, as Cecilia took her skills to our city in 1996.

“When I first arrived to D.C. there were only a couple of salsa instructors. Today, there are around 40 to 60 in the area.”

D.C.’s Salsa explosion and Cecilia’s arrival was no coincidence. While she wasn’t the only instructor to get the Salsa movement going here, she was one of the first and certainly one of the best. Cecilia’s SalsaFuego dance company is widely known in the industry and always one of

the first to be called when acts like Marc Anthony, Jennifer Lopez, Gilberto Santa Rosa and many others are in town. “One experience that I will never forget was sharing the stage with Celia Cruz only one month before she passed away.”

Not every Salsa dancer can say that, or say that they performed at the legendary Madison Square Garden, except Cecilia of course.

According to Cecilia, the D.C. Salsa scene is very good for anyone looking to learn, but she warns, “with so many choices in instructors, it’s important to choose one with experience.

Inexperienced instructors might not spend enough time teaching the man how to lead properly to allow the woman to work on her finishing.” I asked Cecilia whether she really thinks an experienced instructor can teach anyone to dance, and by anyone, I meant even people with two left feet and Willian Hung’s sense of rhythm. “Whoever wants to dance can make it. It’s important that beginners don’t look at amazing dancers doing all kinds of crazy turns

Cecilia’s newest venture is BBLatinDisco, days where kids aged 3 to 12 can learn to dance Salsa and Hip-Hop, along with moves from their favorite Disney Channel videos. She is currently assembling her first SalsaFuego Kids dance team. If you have a little one with too much energy, this is the place to take them!

So let’s get down to what you all really want to know. What do you need in order to get on the dance floor and look awesomely good? “A good attitude and confidence.” Cecilia says.

So there you have it, straight from the expert’s mouth. All you need to do is bring the positive attitude. The techniques she will teach you will give you the confidence to get out there and look like an extra from “The Mambo Kings”...or better yet, a dancer from SalsaFuego!

Cecilia currently holds classes every Thursday at Mango Mike’s in Alexandria from 8 to 10pm.

For more info on SalsaFuego Kids or the trip to Peru’s Salsa Congress in 2012, check out SalsaFuego.com. █

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KE? KESTA HOROSCOPE Aries: Tony Vega says: “Como locos damos vueltas en la rueda de la vida sin siquiera darnos cuenta que uno mismo es quien la gira”

-”Uno Mismo”, Tony Vega

Taurus: Henry Santos says:

Libra: Foo Fighters says: “Has someone taken your faith? It’s real, the pain you feel you trust, you must confess”-”Best of You”, Foo Fighters Scorpio: Yoskar Sarante says: “Vale

“Y sueña con ver que tu corazoncito habra las ventanitas un poquito”

la pena , pedir perdon, decir te amo como lo hice yo, no hay que dejar que los rencores, ni el orgullo maten el amor” -”Vale la pena”, Yorkar Sarante

Gemini: 3 Doors Down says:

Sagitarius: Vicente says: “Vale mas lo dejemos así por favor los años vividos que queden las cosas en calma seremos volcanes dormidos”

-”Poquito a Poquito”, Henry Santos

“I’ve heard this life is overrated But I hope that it gets better as we go, oh yeah yeah”

GIVEAWAYS:

-”Volcanes Dormidos”, Vicente Fernandez

-”Here without You”, 3 Doors Down

Cancer: Julieta Venegas says:

“y poco a poco olvidar, el tiempo y su velocidad frenar el ritmo, ir muy lento, cada vez mas lento. -”Lento”, Julieta Venegas

Leo: Grupo Niche says “Una aventura es más bonita si no miramos el tiempo en el reloj”-”Una Aventura”, Grupo Niche

Virgo: Method Man says “Hands in the air like you just don’t care. You all get a share, there’s a party over here” ”Judgement Day”, Method Man

Capricorn: Cadena Perpetua says

“Algo esta mal la apariencia te vencio a la identidad”

-” Algo Personal”, Cadena Perpetua

Aquarius: Aterciopelados says “No necesito flash aunque sea de noche Porque no te apagas, eres de luz un derroche” -”El Album”, Aterciopelados

Pisces: Gianmarco says: “Porque

andas creyendo en otros esos que no quieren verme a tu lado y sin razón de ser”-”Hasta que vuelvas conmigo”, Gianmarco

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