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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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Tijuana Flats Closes South Florida Locations After Bankruptcy Filing

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 23, 2024

Central Florida-based Mexican restaurant chain Tijuana Flats closes nine South Florida restaurants after filing for bankruptcy.

NYC’s Prince Street Pizza Opening Restaurant in Miami Beach

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 23, 2024

New York City’s famous Prince Street Pizza is opening its first permanent Miami location in Miami Beach this fall.

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Morgans Restaurant Relocates to Allapattah After 14 Years in Wynwood

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 23, 2024

After more than a decade, Morgans, one of Wynwood’s most popular brunch restaurants, has relocated to Allapattah with a new vibe.

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From Ecuador to Miami: La Pata Gorda Opens First U.S. Restaurant in Coral Gables

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 22, 2024

Popular Ecuadorian seafood restaurant La Pata Gorda has opened its first U.S. restaurant in Coral Gables on Miracle Mile.

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Lost Boy & Co.’s South Beach Restaurant Joliet Closes After One Year

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 22, 2024

South Beach seafood restaurant Joliet has suddenly closed down, making it the second seafood restaurant to do so this month.

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This South Beach Bar Was Named One of Best New Spots for Cocktails in the U.S.

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 19, 2024

South Beach’s Medium Cool bar is about to upgrade from “medium cool” to “very cool” thanks to this new prestigious award.

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Lucali Executive Chef Opens Bar Luca in Miami Beach

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 19, 2024

Bar Luca in Miami Beach has opened, offering Italian-American specialties, craft cocktails, and grilled cheese sandwiches.

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Largest Jamaican Patty Franchise Opens First U.S. Restaurant in South Florida

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 19, 2024

Juici Patties’ first U.S. location in Hollywood has lines of people out the door daily waiting to try its Jamaican classics.

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This Wynwood Restaurant Serves Some of the Best Fried Chicken in America

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 19, 2024

Le Chick in Wynwood is recognized as one of America’s top 25 restaurants for fried chicken – and we’re not surprised.

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Three Miami Restaurants Earn Michelin Stars, One Loses Star

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 18, 2024

EntreNos, Ogawa, and Shingo earned a one-star rating from the Florida Michelin Guide. Check out the full list of winners.

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Award-Winning Chef Nina Compton Brings New Orleans’ Compère Lapin to Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 18, 2024

Savor New Orleans without the plane ticket at award-winning chef Nina Compton’s Compère Lapin residency in Miami.

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Miami Accent Named One of the Sexiest in the U.S.

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 17, 2024

Supposebly Miamians have one of the sexiest accents in the U.S. Pero like, bro. Now we’re heated.

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Fort Lauderdale Bakery Sells Low-Dose THC-Infused Treats Fresh From the Oven

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 17, 2024

Mama Munchies in Fort Lauderdale is a one-of-a-kind store that sells more than 50 varieties of cannabis-infused edibles, including freshly baked cookies made in the onsite kitchen.

Icebox Cafe, Oprah’s “Best Cake in America,” Closes in Miami Beach After 25 Years

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 17, 2024

Once home to the most famous cake in America, thanks to Oprah Winfrey, Icebox Cafe in Miami Beach has closed after 25 years.

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Best Miami 4/20 Food and Munchies Specials 2024

By Rachel Costa and OthersApril 17, 2024

From a taco covered in Fruity Pebbles to a doughnut with bacon, here are the best 4/20 food deals in Miami for the munchies.

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Oceanfront Rooftop Bar Nubé Opens on Fort Lauderdale Beach

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 16, 2024

The owners of Giselle, Rosa Sky, and Yolo have opened Nubé, an oceanfront rooftop bar and lounge in Fort Lauderdale.

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New Coral Gables Publix Approved Despite Community Pushback

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 15, 2024

The City of Coral Gables Commission has approved a site plan for a new Publix Super Market near Miracle Mile on South Le Jeune Road.

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The Most Viral Birthday Cake in Miami Is a Work of Art

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 11, 2024

This 28-year-old self-taught baker is making the most viral cake in Miami – all from her home kitchen.

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Miami Restaurant Tâm Tâm Lands Michelin Bib Gourmand Honor

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 11, 2024

Vietnamese restaurant in downtown Miami T’m T’m is now a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant.

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Miami’s Camila Cabello, New Face of Bacardi, Shares Her Favorite Rum Recipe

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 11, 2024

Grammy-nominated and Miami-raised artist Camila Cabello is the new face of Bacardi rum ahead of her new album, C, XOXO.

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Jimmy Butler Collaborates With the Salty Donut to Bring Back Croughnuts

By Rachel Costa and OthersApril 10, 2024

Miami Heat’s Jimmy Butler traded his Heat jersey for an apron to work alongside the Salty to create one of the most delicious doughnuts yet.

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Barcelona in Miami: The Fourth Best Bar in the World Comes to Miami Beach

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 10, 2024

Paradiso from Barcelona, the fourth best bar in the world, is popping up at Matador Bar in Miami Beach.

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