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Nicole Lopez-Alvar is the food editor of Miami New Times, a position she has been honored to take on since December 2023. Prior to her work at Miami New Times, she was a digital journalist covering breaking news, restaurants, arts, and culture at WPLG Local 10 News and WSVN 7 News. When she’s not writing about restaurants and chefs for her day job, Nicole can be found blogging about food on her personal Instagram account. Nicole received a BS in communications from the University of Miami, where she studied broadcast journalism. 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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The 6 Worst Miami Publix Stores Ranked, According to Readers

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 12, 2024

From a Publix called “the ninth circle of hell” to one that may need a valet, here are the six worst Publix markets in Miami.

Riverside Market South Among Wave of Restaurant Closures in Fort Lauderdale

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 9, 2024

Riverside Market South in Fort Lauderdale has closed after nine years, and there are more closures where that came from.

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Shakira Spotted Dining at This Miami Beach Restaurant With Mystery Man

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 9, 2024

Pop superstar Shakira was just spotted having dinner with a mystery man at this beautiful waterfront Miami Beach restaurant.

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The 10 Best Omakase Restaurants in Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 8, 2024

From restaurants that feel like Japan to fresh nigiri at affordable prices, these are the best omakase spots in Miami.

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This Spot in Sunrise Might Make the Best Dim Sum in South Florida

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 7, 2024

A Chinese restaurant in Sunrise that serves more than 80 varieties of steaming hot dim sum out of rolling carts is going viral.

Wynwood Staple J. Wakefield Brewing to Close After Nearly a Decade, Plans to Relocate

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 6, 2024

The end of an era: J. Wakefield Brewing in Wynwood will close on October 28, but plans to reopen in a new location soon.

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Flanigan’s New Tailgate Apparel Selling Faster Than Its Ribs

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 6, 2024

Flanigan’s dropped a tailgate line of Miami Dolphins and Miami Hurricanes-inspired merchandise just in time for game day.

Family-Run Mediterranean Restaurant Tur Kitchen Closes in Coral Gables

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 6, 2024

After four years on Giralda Avenue, Mediterranean restaurant Tur Kitchen has closed to the disappointment of its customers.

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Drake’s Favorite Hot Chicken Sandwich Chain Opens in Pembroke Pines

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 5, 2024

Dave’s Hot Chicken has opened in Pembroke Pines, and with fans like Drake, you know its spicy chicken tenders are good.

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Old Greg’s Pizza Has Closed Indefinitely – But Vows to Reopen!

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 2, 2024

Old Greg’s Pizza, famed for its delicious sourdough crust, has closed in the Miami Design District but plans to reopen soon.

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Miami Restaurants That Opened and Closed July 2024

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 1, 2024

In July, 13 restaurants opened in Miami, including Felice Brickell, Bar Tulio’s, Elia, Noe Sushi Bar, Kojin, and Piegari.

Wildest Miami Spice Deals You Can’t Afford to Miss, Including $35 Prime Rib & Escargot

By Michelle Muslera and OthersAugust 1, 2024

The best Miami Spice 2024 deals are at Bouchon Bistro, Elastika, Cote, Pastis Miami, Joe’s Stone Crab, Klaw, and Papi Steak.

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All the Restaurants Participating in Miami Spice 2024

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 1, 2024

List of every Miami Spice 2024 participating restaurant in Coral Gables, Brickell, South Beach, Coconut Grove, and more.

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Two Miami Spots Make Yelp’s Best New Restaurants in the South List

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 31, 2024

Two Miami restaurants are ranked as the best new restaurants in America by Yelp according to reviewers online.

Boca Raton Deli Goes Viral for Making One of the Best Chicken Caesar Wraps in Florida

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 31, 2024

A loaded chicken Caesar salad wrap from a Boca Raton deli has gone viral on TikTok with fans calling it the best in Florida.

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The Baked Brie Is Back! Team Behind Perricone’s Opens Pecorino’s in Downtown Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 30, 2024

Former Perricone’s staff open a ghost kitchen to sell Perricone’s favorites like baked Brie, chicken salad, and chicken parm.

Iconic Miami Sports Bar Duffy’s Tavern Sold for $4.5 Million

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 30, 2024

The site of iconic Miami sports bar Duffy’s Tavern has sold for $4.5 million after serving beer and chili for nearly 70 years

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Sixty Vines to Open First Miami Location Downtown This September

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 29, 2024

Popular wine-on-tap restaurant Sixty Vines will open in Miami bringing vineyard vibes and charcuterie to the Magic City.

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Founder of Drunken Dragon to Open Mediterranean Restaurant in North Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 26, 2024

The founder of Drunken Dragon will open a new waterfront Mediterranean restaurant called Yaya with a boater’s club in Miami.

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Florida Publix Goes Viral for Wine and Beer Bar, Burrito Station, and Food Court

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 26, 2024

New Publix in Florida goes viral for its draft beer and wine bar, popcorn stand, burrito bar, soda bar, poke, and açaí bowls.

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It’s About Time: Venerable Cuban Sandwich Chain Goes Viral

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 25, 2024

A Miami Cuban restaurant chain is going viral for its wraps and Cuban sandwiches, which are some of the best in the U.S.

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’90s Are Back: Every Pizza Hut Buffet in the State of Florida

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 24, 2024

Florida is secretly home to nostalgic Pizza Hut Buffets serving all-you-can-eat pizza, pasta, salad, and dessert for lunch.

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