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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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No Scotland, no fiesta: Inside the Tartan Army takeover of Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 23, 2026

Fans of the Scotland national team, called the “Tartan Army,” have arrived in Miami and are ready to party. Here’s where.

7 hottest Fort Lauderdale restaurants opening this summer

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 16, 2026

From a pizzeria to a new brunch spot on Las Olas, here are the 7 hottest restaurants opening in Fort Lauderdale this summer.

Century-old Miami River landmark to become new surf and turf spot

By Olee Fowler and OthersJune 16, 2026

A 108-year-old Miami River landmark will become a swanky surf and turf restaurant by the restaurateur behind Kiki on the River.

12 best boozy brunches in Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 12, 2026

From al fresco buffets to ones with rooftop views, here are the 12 best bottomless brunches in Miami as of June 2026

Coral Gables mom’s home bakery becomes a neighborhood sensation

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 3, 2026

With Cuban pastries, Italian breads, and cinnamon rolls, a Miami mom has turned her creative outlet into a local sensation.

11 new Miami restaurants everyone’s talking about right now

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 2, 2026

From a viral grocery store to a swanky spot in Coconut Grove, here are the 11 new Miami restaurants that opened in May 2026.

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Key West gets its first Michelin-recognized restaurants

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 29, 2026

Two beloved Key West restaurants have just made history by being the first Michelin-recommended eateries in the Florida Keys.

Miami restaurant becomes first kosher eatery to earn Michelin Star

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 28, 2026

A North Miami restaurant has earned a Michelin Star, making it the world’s only kosher eatery to hold the distinction.

Michelin-starred omakase restaurant opening new Coral Gables café

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 27, 2026

The team behind Michelin-starred omakase spot Shingo will open a new Japanese café on Miracle Mile in Coral Gables, on June 4.

Beloved Brickell cocktail bar closing after a decade

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 27, 2026

A beloved Brickell bar will close its doors on Saturday, May 30, after a decade of great ramen and cocktails, shocking locals.

17 best waterfront restaurants in Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 25, 2026

From Biscayne Bay to the Miami River, these 17 Miami waterfront restaurants offer great views, cocktails, and sunset dining.

15 most Miami Memorial Day weekend foods of all time

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 22, 2026

From Pub Subs on the boat to Sports Grill wings at your primo’s, here are the foods that define Memorial Day weekend in Miami.

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Fort Lauderdale Is Finally Getting NYC Slice Culture

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 14, 2026

Fort Lauderdale’s first New York-style pizza slice shop will open on Las Olas this winter with grab-and-go slices and NYC vibes.

15 New Miami Restaurants Everyone’s Talking About Right Now

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 12, 2026

From a viral sandwich shop to a sleek steakhouse, here are 15 new Miami restaurants and bars that have opened since April 2026.

Beloved South Miami Breakfast Spot Closes After 28 Years

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 11, 2026

A longtime South Miami breakfast spot has suddenly closed after 28 years in business, shocking local customers who cherished it.

Beloved Fort Lauderdale Brunch Spot to Close After 15 Years

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 1, 2026

A beloved Fort Lauderdale brunch restaurant will close on Sunday, May 10, after 15 years, leaving longtime customers crushed.

5 New Fort Lauderdale Restaurants Opening Spring 2026

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 29, 2026

From Black Star Bakery to Skinny Louie, here are 5 new restaurants opening in Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton this spring.

New Happy Hour Spot Coming to CocoWalk in Coconut Grove

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 28, 2026

A new happy hour and brunch spot is coming to the former Planta Queen space on the second floor of CocoWalk in Coconut Grove.

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14 Best Mother’s Day Brunch Spots in Miami

By Olee Fowler and OthersApril 27, 2026

From beautiful brunch buffets to prix-fixe menus with a view, here’s where to have brunch on Mother’s Day in Miami 2026.

Where Ernest Hemingway Ate and Drank in Key West

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 24, 2026

Where Ernest Hemingway ate and drank in Key West in the 1930s, wrote novels, and fell in love with the Conch Republic.

Legendary Monty’s Founder Honored with Key to the City of Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 23, 2026

The legendary founder of Monty’s in Coconut Grove, Monty Trainer, is given the key to the City of Miami for his lifelong work.

Two Miami Bars Ranked Among the 50 Best in North America

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 23, 2026

A Cuban cocktail bar and a hidden aperitivo bar in Miami have just been ranked among the top 50 bars in North America 2026.

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