Join Miami New Times Food Editor Nicole Lopez-Alvar, along with Sef Gonazalez - the Burger Beast, for an unfiltered conversation about Miami's evolving food scene. From settling the Tampa vs. Miami Cuban sandwich debate to breaking down the smash burger trend, they share their expert take on what makes restaurants worth the hype. Get insider perspectives on food journalism, influencer marketing, and how they rate restaurants, plus her journey from The Bachelor to becoming one of Miami's most influential food voices. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or just looking for your next great meal, Nicole and Sef offer honest insights about where to eat in the 305.Eduardo Moya:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/Follow Us! - A Day in Miami:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID________________________Produced by: Ben SchwedeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/0:00 Intro1:02 Becoming the Editor of Miami New Times2:30 Job of a Food Editor3:36 Choosing Stories4:15 Brutally Honest Opinions5:58 Burger Beast Working with Miami New Times6:41 Miami vs Tampa - Who Has Better Cuban Sandwich?10:46 Getting into Local News12:41 Being on The Bachelor18:43 How Sef Became the Burger Beast 20:49 Krabby Patty22:38 How Often Do They Eat Out?23:53 Spots We’re Excited to Visit Soon24:30 Visiting Different Parts of the City26:50 Smash Burger Trend28:42 Advice for Sliding into DMs30:42 Nicole’s Favorite Spots Now36:10 How Do They Rate Restaurants?42:14 Maiz y Agave and Influencer Marketing45:04 Nicole’s Favorite Foodies48:34 Advice for Foodies49:56 How to Join Nicole’s Team52:21 Plans for 202554:50 Outro
