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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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Pasta

Can’t Get Into Carbone Miami? Its Sister Restaurant Is Opening in Coconut Grove

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarDecember 3, 2024

Those struggling to make a reservation at Carbone in South Beach can visit its sister restaurant in Coconut Grove this month.

Miami Restaurants That Opened and Closed November 2024

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarDecember 2, 2024

In November, 18 restaurants opened in Miami, including Mai-Kai, Jon & Vinny’s, Foxhole, Tina in the Gables, and Casa Gianna.

Miami Grocery Stores Open on Thanksgiving

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 27, 2024

If you’re running on “Miami time” this Thanksgiving, here’s every Miami grocery store open and closed on Thanksgiving Day.

Family-Owned Doughnut Shop Saves Miami Business After Community Outcry

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 27, 2024

A family-owned doughnut shop from Broward has saved a Miami business and its employees after loyal fans were left heartbroken.

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Where to Order Thanksgiving Dinner to Go in Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 27, 2024

From Graziano’s to markets like Joanna’s Marketplace, here are the best Thanksgiving catering and takeout spots in Miami.

Jon & Vinny’s Miami Pop-Up Brings LA’s Italian Hotspot to the Magic City

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 26, 2024

Popular Los Angeles Italian spot Jon & Vinny’s is now open in Miami at the Rubell Museum for a residency with its great pasta

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10 Best Bagels in Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 26, 2024

From old-school shops like Bagel Emporium and Bagel Express to newcomers like El Bagel, here are the ten best bagels in Miami.

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Miracle Mile Lands James Beard Award-Nominated Caracas Bakery

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 25, 2024

Coral Gables is seeing an influx of hot new bakeries, and it’s about to land its most awarded bakery yet – Caracas Bakery.

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Miami’s Last Standing Melting Pot to Close After 39 Years

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 25, 2024

After 39 years of gouda memories, Miami’s last standing Melting Pot restaurant will close its doors in Kendall this month.

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What Makes a Magical Ball? The Culinary Team Behind It All

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 22, 2024

The culinary team behind the 29th annual InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball created a delicious culinary experience.

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The Famed Mai-Kai in Fort Lauderdale Has Officially Reopened

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 22, 2024

The legendary Mai-Kai Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has officially reopened this weekend with its iconic Polynesian show.

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The 5 Most Popular Miami Restaurants Locals Love to Hate, According to Readers

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 20, 2024

From cold appetizers served with sparklers to impossible-to-book spots, here are five popular spots locals love to hate.

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Famed South Beach Restaurant China Grill to Reopen After 12 Years

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 13, 2024

Legendary Asian-fusion restaurant China Grill closed in 2012 but will reopen at Bal Harbour Shops in the next two years.

Miami’s Andiamo Pizza to Be Replaced by Burger Spot in 2025

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 12, 2024

One of Miami’s most beloved pizza shops, Andiamo Pizza in the MiMo district, is moving after 23 years in the fall of 2025.

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Classic Fort Lauderdale Chinese Spot Shutters As Owners Retire

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 12, 2024

A longtime Fort Lauderdale staple for Chinese food beloved by generations of families has closed its doors after 28 years.

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Pour One Out: Late-Night Spot El Taquito Closes After 15 Years

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 7, 2024

The last dirt-cheap, hole-in-the-wall spot in Coconut Grove has closed after 15 years of late-night tacos on Main Highway.

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Berry Good News: Knaus Berry Farm Cinnamon Buns Are Back!

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 7, 2024

This will spice up your day: South Florida’s beloved Knaus Berry Farm cinnamon buns are back for the season in Homestead.

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In Little Havana, Trump’s Cuban-American Base Sounds Off at Versailles

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 5, 2024

Why do Cuban Americans who vote for Trump gather at Versailles in Little Havana on Election Day every four years? They must.

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Election Day: Miami Restaurants Offer Food Deals and Freebies

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 5, 2024

Check out the full list of Miami restaurants and fast food chains offering free food with proof of an “I Voted” sticker.

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New Mega Publix in Kendall Opening in 2025. Here’s What to Expect

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 4, 2024

A two-story mega Publix will open across from the Falls in Kendall sometime in 2025 that is rumored to have a “Publix Pours.”

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Beloved Mojo Donuts Closing All Miami Stores After 8 Years

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 4, 2024

After 8 years of serving creative doughnuts, Mojo Donuts will close its Miami locations, breaking patrons’ hearts in the 305.

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The Best Food We Ate in Miami Last Month

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarNovember 1, 2024

The five best things we ate in Miami last month include a delicious agnolotti, perfect carpaccio, and chocolate Nutella dessert.

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