Anita Marie gourmet coffee was inspired by my mother, Anita, who defines love, generosity and gratitude and has a true passion for coffee. My hope is to honor Anita and the wonderful linage of woman, who helped shape her and to return their gifts to the world.

Anita grew up in a small suburb of Heredia Costa Rica, Santa Lucia, a humble town in central Costa Rica where enjoying a cup of coffee with family and friends is a way of life. Anita's love for coffee and gratitude for life stated at a young age. Her mother, aunt and grandmother were all loved in their community and were embraced as the defacto mothers to all.

Anita attended elementary school in a 100+ year old adobe dwelling, which was once the home of the President of Costa Rica. He lovingly donated his home to the community of Santa Lucia, which was in need of a place to educate the local children. This special location had an everlasting influence on Anita's love for coffee. The school was perched on a hillside surrounded by a coffee plantation. After school, Anita worked in the coffee field and learned the art of selecting the finest beans "grano de oro" and the old age techniques of extracting the coffee beans from the fruit, roasting and brewing. The school is now a cultural museum representing the "Tico" way of life.

At Anita Marie we hand select our 100% Arabica Beans, roast, and package our coffee with the same love for life as my mother. We’re confident that you will taste this love with every sip of Anita Marie coffee. Anita always gives from her heart so with every purchase of Anita Marie gourmet coffee 1.5% percent will be given back to helping those in need.