
A Fresh Chapter for Cascade: Fern & Folio Opens Its Doors
In the heart of Cascade, a new kind of café experience is quickly becoming a local favorite. Fern & Folio officially opened its doors for its grand opening weekend, and if the immediate turnout is any indication, this cozy spot is exactly what the community has been waiting for.
From the moment you walk in, Fern & Folio feels unique in the best way. It’s not just a coffee shop. It’s a warm, inviting space filled with greenery, shelves of books, and fab food for breakfast and lunch. Whether you’re stopping in for that morning caffeine fix or looking for a place to unwind, the atmosphere encourages you to slow down and stay awhile. In fact, that's one of the reasons why their coffee is so smooth and tasty.
Coffee lovers will appreciate the café’s intentional approach to brewing. Using the pour-over method, each cup is made fresh to order, resulting in a clean, smooth flavor. It may take a couple of extra minutes, but the results are worth it. Fern & Folio proudly serves Purity Coffee: they're an organic, third-party tested brand known for being free of mold and micro-toxins, as well as bird-friendly.
While classic options are always available, their specialty drinks are already generating buzz. During both the soft opening and this opening weekend, popular menu items sold out more than once, a promising sign for any new business. The café is already adjusting to meet demand, ensuring guests can get their favorites moving forward.
But Fern & Folio isn’t just about drinks. The menu also features breakfast and lunch options made with carefully selected ingredients. Sourdough bagels and English muffins are sourced from The Earthen Loaf, a bakery known for high-quality, flavorful breads. From simple toasted options to more elevated café-style creations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Fern & Folio.
Open Thursday through Monday from 6:30 AM to 2 PM, Fern & Folio offers breakfast in the morning and transitions into lunch later in the day, with drinks available all day long. It’s a schedule that fits perfectly into both busy mornings and relaxed weekend outings.
Looking ahead, Fern & Folio is already planning ways to bring the community together. Events like their upcoming Art Club night are designed to create connection and creativity, adding even more to what the space offers beyond coffee. They even have a book signing already scheduled for the cafe.
For Cascade, Fern & Folio is more than just a new business; it’s a gathering place, especially when you consider The Cave: Events and Tours sits directly underneath it. A spot to sip, shop, read, and connect. It's easy to see that as Fern & Folio continues to settle in, this café is just getting started.

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