A nossa história

À sombra majestosa das colinas de Monte Café, surge a história singular da Firma Efraim, uma verdadeira joia entre as antigas plantações de São Tomé e Príncipe. Fundada em 2002 por Manuel Catone Pereira, descendente de uma linhagem profundamente ligada à terra, a Firma Efraim floresceu no coração da região, onde o café é mais do que uma cultura, é uma tradição entrelaçada com a própria história de Monte Café.

As raízes da Firma Efraim mergulham profundamente na história da região. Monte Café, uma das mais antigas e emblemáticas roças do arquipélago, foi em tempos o epicentro da produção de café em São Tomé e Príncipe, chegando a representar cerca de 90% da produção nacional nos seus anos de ouro. Fundada em 1858 por Manuel da Costa Pedreira, a roça afirmou-se como uma força vital, uma sociedade agrícola cuja influência se estendeu por vastas dependências, cultivando não apenas café, mas também uma rica diversidade cultural.

Firma Efraim, inheritor of this legacy, is not just a company; it is a narrative in constant evolution. Since its inception, it has sought not only to thrive in the world of coffee but also to root itself in the community. Firma Efraim's mission transcends the commercial: it is the drive to develop Monte Café, revitalizing not only the soil but also the lives that cultivate it.

The story of Firma Efraim is a testament to the power of perseverance. Even after independence in 1975, the plantation continued to produce, adapting to changes in administration, remaining steadfast in its devotion to coffee and the community. Each cup of Firma Efraim's coffee not only tells the story of an aromatic beverage but also the saga of a resilient community.

And as the firm grows, its roots delve even deeper. The introduction of Guesthouse Efraim in 2016 is more than an expansion; it's an invitation for travelers to experience not just coffee but the entire splendor of Monte Café. Firma Efraim isn't just a coffee producer; it's a host, sharing the richness of its culture and the thrilling story of how coffee is grown, harvested, processed, and roasted.

On the journey guided by Firma Efraim, the dependencies of the former Agricultural Society Terras de Monte Café come to life again. From the vast fields that once were to the diverse culture brought by the Chinese coolies, each step in this narrative is a reverence to history. The guided tour isn't just a look back; it's a celebration of how the past intertwines with the present.

Firma Efraim isn't just a name; it's a vibrant chapter in the history of Monte Café. Every cup, every harvest, every initiative resonates not only in the cup but in the hearts of those who believe that coffee is more than a beverage – it's a shared heritage, a legacy that transcends generations. The story of Firma Efraim is the story of Monte Café, where the aroma of coffee blends with the essence of community.