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Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Nicole Lopez-Alvar is the Food and Drink Editor of Miami New Times, a role she has proudly held since December 2023. A born-and-raised Miamian, she covers the city’s ever-evolving dining scene, from buzzy new openings to the local institutions that define South Florida’s food culture. Before joining Miami New Times, Lopez-Alvar worked as a digital journalist at WPLG Local 10 News and WSVN 7 News, where she covered breaking news, restaurants, arts, and culture. She holds a B.S. in communications from the University of Miami, where she studied broadcast journalism. Outside the newsroom, she shares her passion for food on Instagram, documenting her favorite bites across Miami and beyond. Readers might have seen her on the 23rd season of ABC’s The Bachelor and the sixth season of Bachelor in Paradise.

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New Miami Restaurant Wins Michelin Star: What to Know

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 17, 2025

A new Midtown Miami restaurant has won a Michelin Star during the Florida Michelin Guide Awards in Orlando for its omakase.

Fort Lauderdale Upscale Restaurant Wins Michelin Star, City’s First

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 17, 2025

A Fort Lauderdale restaurant has won the city’s first-ever Michelin Star during the Florida Michelin Guide Awards in Orlando.

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Is Fort Lauderdale Set to Land its First Michelin Star Restaurant?

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 17, 2025

We predict these Fort Lauderdale spots may win a Michelin star at the Florida Michelin Guide Awards on Thursday, April 17.

Here’s the Broward Restaurant Where William Levy Had Drunken Meltdown

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 16, 2025

Actor William Levy got arrested for drunken behavior at a Weston family-friendly steakhouse, and social media is losing it.

7 Best Publix Pub Sub Sandwiches Ranked

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 16, 2025

From the classic Italian Pub Sub to the legendary Chicken Tender, here are the seven best Publix sub sandwiches ranked.

14 Best Last-Minute Miami Easter Brunch Spots

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar and OthersApril 15, 2025

From bottomless mimosas to brunch buffets, here are the 14 best restaurants for Easter brunch in Miami on Sunday, April 20.

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Fat Joe Names His Favorite Miami Publix Staple and He’s Not Wrong

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 9, 2025

Lean back? Nah, lean into this: Fat Joe has just confessed his devotion to this particular Publix staple, and we’re proud.

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Miami Restaurants that Opened and Closed March 2025

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 8, 2025

In March, 18 restaurants opened in Miami, including Maple & Ash, Aviv, Uchiko, Wan’s, Shiso, Eddie & Vinny’s, and Van Leeuwen.

3 New Miami Restaurant Openings To Know: Steak, Seafood, and More

By Ayi Santos and OthersApril 4, 2025

From a popular Brazilian steakhouse to a tiki hut seafood spot, here are three new South Florida spots you need to know about.

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2025 Miami James Beard Award Finalists Announced

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 2, 2025

A hot new hotel bar with delicious pizza in downtown Miami and a celebrated Miami chef are James Beard Award 2025 finalists.

Miami Steakhouse Makes 15 Best U.S. Restaurants List

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 2, 2025

A new Miami steakhouse has just landed in Food & Wine‘s Top 15 U.S. Restaurants list for its steaks, pasta, and vibes.

Popular Fort Lauderdale Restaurant Evicted, Allegedly Owes Employees Thousands

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 1, 2025

A popular Fort Lauderdale restaurant has been evicted after a TikTok video exposed it for allegedly owing employees thousands.

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$12 Cafe Bustelo?! Miami Sounds Off on Wild Publix Prices

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMarch 28, 2025

A Reddit post is going viral after a man posted a photo of a wildly pricey brick of Café Bustelo coffee sold at Publix.

7 Most Anticipated Miami Restaurants Opening This Spring

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMarch 24, 2025

From Prince Street Pizza to Shiso in Wynwood, here are the 7 Miami restaurants opening this spring that we’re excited about.

10 Best Cuban Sandwiches in Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMarch 13, 2025

Choosing the best Cuban sandwich in Miami is serious business – here are 10 must-try spots that’ll settle the debate for you.

4 New Miami Restaurants Added to Florida Michelin Guide 2025

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar and OthersMarch 12, 2025

Four brand new Miami restaurants have been added to the Florida Michelin Guide, including a hot new Italian aperitivo bar.

Sparkling Margarita Brand Gets a Glow Up with Alix Earle, $3 Million Boost

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMarch 11, 2025

Social media powerhouse Alix Earle joins celebrity-backed sparkling cocktail brand SipMargs with hopes of tequila domination.

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Every New Fort Lauderdale Restaurant You Need to Try

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMarch 10, 2025

From Catch & Cut on Las Olas to the rooftop patio of Earls Kitchen + Bar, here’s every hot new restaurant in Fort Lauderdale.

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Miami Restaurants that Opened and Closed February 2025

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMarch 5, 2025

In February, 11 restaurants opened in Miami, including Claudie, D’s Sports Bar, Rosemary’s, Timbr, and La Grande Boucherie.

Photos: Kendall Mega Publix is Now Open. Would You Like a Tour?

Photos: Kendall Mega Publix is Now Open. Would You Like a Tour?

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarFebruary 27, 2025

The new Publix in Kendall has it all-popcorn, dining tables, and fruit galore-but where’s the burrito bar? Here’s 6 takeaways.

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Hospitality Mogul Lands $15 Million Deal With Iconic Miami Seafood Spot

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarFebruary 18, 2025

Hospitality guru Roman Jones has landed a $15 million deal with Casablanca Seafood, marking the beginning of a new era.

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Miami Sushi Spot BondSt Is Coming Back by Popular Demand

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarFebruary 18, 2025

Famed South Beach sushi spot from the 2000s BondSt is reopening in Miami after closing its intimate, dark dining room in 2013

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