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Mar 02, 2026
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We are among The World’s Best Coffee Shops 2026 for a second year in a row

For the second year in a row, The Folks has been named among the World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops 2026, officially ranking #88 in the world. This recognition places The Folks among the best coffee shops globally and reinforces our...

Dec 29, 2025
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Decoding Coffee Flavor. Part 1: How Acidity, Sweetness, and Body Shape Your Cup

This article is the first part of a two-part deep dive into the science of coffee flavor. In this opening section, we explore two of the three fundamental pillars of sensory perception in coffee: acidity and sweetness. These elements form...

Oct 19, 2025
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The Folks Coffee Line: Meet Abraço, a Costa Rica Microlot Masterpiece

Some coffees make you stop mid-sip and think: this is different. And that is exactly the feeling we want to capture with our new coffee line, Abraço at The Folks. Meet Abraço, a coffee roasted by the Folks in Lisbon...

Sep 30, 2025
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The Folks Pomegranate Kombucha

What Is Kombucha Really? Our process of making kombucha begins with a humble mix of tea (usually black or green) and sugar. But the transformation happens when it’s introduced to a SCOBY (Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast). This jelly-like...

Sep 08, 2025
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We Made It to the Top 100 Coffee Shops in the World!

Yep, you read that right. Out of thousands of cafés worldwide, we made it to the list — and we’re beyond proud to put Lisbon on the global coffee map

Jul 17, 2025
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Why We Obsess Over Specialty Coffee at The Folks

We are The Folks, a Lisbon-based small-batch coffee and brunch chain driven by knowledge, technology, and hospitality. Through our commitment to sourcing exceptional coffees, we strive for both quality and sustainability. We are pushing the boundaries of coffee excellence with...

May 23, 2024
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Celebrating Two Years of The Folks

We're thrilled to celebrate The Folks second anniversary! In just two years, we've achieved so much, and we couldn't have done it without you. - Five Cafes: We've opened five cozy spots across Lisbon city centre.- Collaborated with DAK...

Dec 27, 2023
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Lisboeta: Our first collaboration with DAK Coffee Roasters

We're beyond excited to announce our first collaboration with DAK Coffee Roasters in celebration of The Folks' first anniversary in May 2023

Dec 27, 2023
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From One to Five: The Folks Journey in Lisbon

In May 2022, we embarked on an exciting adventure with the opening of our first cafe in the heart of Chiado, Lisbon.