Ask a Local #003- Libbi from The Loft
Each week we will be asking a local 10 questions, next up is Libbi you can often find her working in the family run restaurant The Loft....
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How long have you lived in St. Ives?
I have lived in St.Ives for 8 years now, I was only in Hayle before and came to school in St Ives.
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2
Where do you work in the town?
The Loft Restaurant has a cosy outdoor terrace perfect for dinner and cocktails.
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What is your favourite thing to do in St. Ives when the sun shines?
Sit at upper deck with a cocktail!! or sit on porthmeor and sunbathe!
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4
Feeling peckish, where do you head for lunch?
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Still hungry.. best place for dinner?
The Loft of course (or porthmeor beach cafe!). My favourite thing at the Loft is the chowder but everything on the menu is amazing.
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Favourite place to visit in Cornwall outside of St. Ives?
Newquay as I love the restaurants there!! Particularly recommend The Fish House Fistral, the food is delicious.
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Best thing about living in St. Ives?
Spending my childhood growing up on the beach!!
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If you could change one thing about St. Ives what would it be?
Affordable housing!
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What would you like to see in St Ives that's not already here
More nightlife - maybe a club?
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Would you ever live anywhere else?
I’d love to explore living in the city however I think I’d always love to end up back in St. Ives.
Any other burning questions? Pop in the comments below and we will add to our next 'Ask a local' blog post.