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Nicole Lopez-Alvar

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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Coral Gables Institution Caffe Vialetto to Close After 26 Years

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 16, 2025

After 26 years in Coral Gables, Caffe Vialetto, a beloved Italian restaurant known for its fusion food, will close its doors.

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Wildest Miami Spice Deals You Can’t Afford to Miss

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 10, 2025

Miami Spice 2025 is back with three-course menus at Miami’s hottest spots, like Uchi, Kaori, Delilah, and Queen, for just $60.

10 Most Booked Miami Restaurants in July 2025

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 8, 2025

From a Mediterranean hotspot to a waterfront bar, here are the 10 most booked restaurants in Miami, according to OpenTable.

Is Gibson Room on Coral Way Closed? Here’s What To Know

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 8, 2025

The Gibson Room has paused dinner service for summer renovations but will launch “Summer Sessions” dinners starting July 11.

11 Best Matchas in Miami, Ranked

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 5, 2025

From the cold foam-topped matcha from Honey Veil to the creative iced ones from Maman, here are the 11 best matchas in Miami.

Video: Miami Food Trucks at Alligator Alcatraz Spark Controversy

Video: Miami Food Trucks at Alligator Alcatraz Spark Controversy

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 3, 2025

Viral video allegedly shows Miami food trucks entering the pop-up Everglades immigrant detention center; urges a boycott.

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Video: Peek Inside New Pompano Publix With Epic Ramen Bar, Poke Bowls

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 2, 2025

Ramen fans in Broward are ecstatic because the new Publix in Pompano Beach has the viral ramen bar, poke bowls, and more.

Two Miami Pie Shops Make Best Pizzerias in U.S. Ranking

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 2, 2025

Two Miami pizza shops have been ranked as the best pizzerias in the United States by a prestigious Italian pizza publication.

13 Best Breakfast Diners in Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 2, 2025

From Jimmy’s Eastside Diner and Deli Lane to Bagel Bar East and Lots of Lox, here are the 13 best breakfast diners in Miami.

Miami Restaurants that Opened and Closed June 2025

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 1, 2025

In June, 14 restaurants opened in Miami, including Chop Steakhouse, Aguasal, Huey Magoo’s, Vice City Pizza Pop-Up, and Eataly.

RedFarm Closes in Coconut Grove After Just One Year

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 30, 2025

Less than 18 months after opening, Chinese restaurant RedFarm has closed in Coconut Grove after generating initial buzz.

Highly Anticipated Edgewater Whole Foods Finally Opens

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 27, 2025

The Whole Foods in Edgewater is finally open, and it has a lounge upstairs, the largest cheese section we’ve seen, and more.

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Chef Valerie Chang to Leave Maty’s in Midtown Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 26, 2025

Award-winning chef Valerie Chang’s Peruvian restaurant Maty’s will temporarily close as she embarks on the next chapter.

Miami Is Unhinged After New Pollo Tropical ‘Platter’ Price

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 25, 2025

Miami Pollo Tropical fans on Reddit are going off after they discovered that chicken platter sides like beans now cost extra.

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Miami’s Famed Cuban Bartender Enters Hall of Fame

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 23, 2025

After being inducted into the Bartender Hall of Fame, Julio Cabrera was back behind the bar at Cafe La Trova serving magic.

Florida Panthers’ Marchand Visits Sunrise Dairy Queen

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 20, 2025

Brad Marchand surprised fans at the Sunrise DQ where he stopped preâ??Game 6, just days after the Panthers’ Stanley Cup victory.

New Times Members Lit Up Bayshore Club in Coconut Grove

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 19, 2025

New Times threw an unforgettable members-only event at Bayshore Club with cocktails, bites, music, and good vibes by the bay.

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9 Best Rooftop Bars in Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 19, 2025

From Rosa Sky in Brickell and Level 6 in Coconut Grove to Serena in South Beach, here are the 9 best rooftop bars in Miami.

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Dave Portnoy Gives Fort Lauderdale Pizza Staple Horrible Review

Dave Portnoy Gives Fort Lauderdale Pizza Staple Horrible Review

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 18, 2025

Dave Portnoy just gave Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza a harsh rating, blaming its decline on its $161M sale, and some fans agree.

Where To Watch the Florida Panthers Finals in Fort Lauderdale

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 17, 2025

From Tin Roof and Palm Room to Federal and Funky Buddha, here are the best Fort Lauderdale bars to watch the Panthers finals.

Best Cuban Coffee in Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 16, 2025

From classic bakeries to ventanitas, here are the 15 best spots to get authentic Cuban cafecito (café Cubano) in Miami.

Classic Miami Dive Bar 7 Seas Getting Facelift. What’s Changing?

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJune 12, 2025

Classic, grungy dive bar Seven Seas in Miami appears to be getting a makeover, and its longtime customers are not having it.

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