A Taste of London’s Craft Scene: Unveiling Flour & Folk
On a bright street near the canal in Hackney, Flour & Folk has quietly become a local favourite for people who care about how things are made. Part bakery, part cafe and part community hub, it champions fine ingredients, old-school techniques and seasonal treats that feel personal rather than produced at scale.
What Makes It Special: A Focus on Craft and Community
Founders Maya Patel and Tom Ellis started Flour & Folk from a shared love of stone-milled flour and wild yeast. The bakery uses heritage grains sourced from small UK farms and a long-ferment sourdough starter that gives loaves a deep, nutty crumb. Coffee comes from a single-origin roaster in East London, brewed to order, and the short menu changes weekly to reflect what’s best at the market.
Must-Try: Crusty Sourdough and Rhubarb Almond Tart
Order the country sourdough, still warm with a crackling crust, spread with cultured butter. For something sweeter try the rhubarb almond tart while it lasts. In the evenings the space shifts to low light and natural wine, with a rotating list from small producers across the UK and Europe. Tastings and pop-up pairings on Wednesday nights make for a mellow after-work plan.
Plan Your Visit: Practical Insights
Address: 1 Lockwood Street, Hackney Wick, E9 5BF. Open daily 8am to 5pm, with wine evenings until 9pm on Wednesdays. It is a 10 minute walk from Hackney Wick Overground, with bike parking and step-free access. Weekends fill up quickly, so arrive early for pastries or book a sourdough workshop on Saturdays to learn the starter method yourself.
Flour & Folk represents the kind of local business London needs: passionate, transparent and connected to its neighbourhood. It is a small place with big flavour and a warm welcome for anyone curious about craft food and drink.
