Author: Suzanne Zimmer Lowery

Suzanne Zimmer Lowery is an experienced chef, pastry chef and professional cake decorator. She teaches cooking and baking at Ninety Acres Culinary Center, Classic Thyme, Kings Cooking Studio, the County College of Morris and elsewhere. A graduate of the New School’s New York Restaurant School and Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Communications, Suzanne has been a contributing writer for the Star-Ledger and other regional publications. She's the former author of New Jersey Monthly's Soup to Nuts blog.
A recent visit to Mountain House Tavern & Grill left a lot to be desired.

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The craft beer haven had a chef switch-up last year, but it's still well worth pulling off the highway for.

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Though it may be lacking in decorations, Seoul is a welcome, flavor-packed addition to Sparta.

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The no-frills, much-loved Lake Hopatcong restaurant has been a go-to spot for years.

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Even with a few missteps, this Morris County restaurant is popular for a reason.

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At this Sparta restaurant, situated in a charming old farmhouse, ordering dessert is a must.

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The vibrant restaurant occupies a 19th-century mansion in Stanhope, and serves up a delightful array of dishes and martinis with a scenic view.

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In 2017, owner Keith Holmes brought the Long Valley seafood spot back to life in its original home.

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The best time to visit this Randolph BYO are Thursday and Saturday evenings, when the restaurant hosts live musicians.

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The atmosphere may need updating, but the food is on par with any fine-dining experience around.

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