Oct 12, 2007 - Warren, New Jersey

The Architects Golf Club (Architects) celebrated the official opening of its restaurant, Thyme Restaurant and Bar, and banquet facility located in their 16,000 square foot clubhouse last evening. The General Manager of Architects, Bill Colavito, and the Vice President of Food Service Operations, Rebecca Kling, were joined by Lopatcong Mayor Douglas J. Steinhardt and President/CEO of the Warren County Regional Chamber of Commerce, Robert L. Goltz, for the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Architects is a semi-private facility designed for corporate or social occasions and only legacy golf course* in New Jersey.

In addition to golf, Architects now offers the local area a new place to:

• Have weddings or other functions.

• Dine out for a casual lunch or an upscale dinner by candlelight.

• Enjoy live entertainment on Friday nights%u2014with sounds ranging from jazz to contemporary.

• Enjoy football games%u2014while having a cocktail at the bar, in front of the fireplace or on a plush leather couch.

• Attend "holiday-themed" festivities throughout the year including a family-style Thanksgiving dinner, brunch with Santa, and New Year's Eve gala.

About Thyme Restaurant and Bar

Thyme Restaurant and Bar is a classic, hip, destination-quality restaurant that offers French-inspired cuisine and casual, upscale dining.

There are several dining and entertainment areas. Inside, customers can dine by candlelight in the main restaurant area, which boasts floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows with majestic views of the Skyland Mountains and golf course. It is complete with an 18-seat cherry and granite bar, and cozy fireplace. The other area is a comfortable and intimate, club-style, lounge setting%u2014with large projection televisions%u2014which are used when popular sporting events are being broadcasted. The space is adorned with rich moldings, and is appointed with warm and upscale home-style furnishings. Outside, customers can dine or enjoy a cocktail on the 5,000 square foot bluestone patio%u2014complete with tables and chairs, lounges, and fire pits.

There is a wide array of high-quality menu items at Thyme including:

• Appetizer:

• Cornmeal Dusted Sea Scallops, wild mushrooms, truffle emulsion

• Mussels Fricassee, potatoes, bacon, shallots, beer

• Entrees:

• Steak Frites, garlic herbed butter and fresh cut shoe string fries

• Bouillabaisse, escolar, clams, lobster, shrimp, tomato fennel broth

• Pan Seared Halibut, braised leeks and puy lentils, red wine sauce

• Dessert:

• Chocolate Espresso Pot de Crème

Lite fair such as ½ lb. burgers, entrée salads and upscale sandwiches, are also available. Customers can complement their meal with a bottle of wine or enjoy a specialty cocktail from the bar. The Sommelier, Rebecca Kling, has developed a diverse wine list that complements Thyme's distinctive menu concepts.

"The Architects Golf Club breaks the mold in country club dining with Thyme Restaurant and Bar by providing a range of menu options from casual to upscale," said Bill Colavito, general manager, Architects. "Like our golf course, Thyme is destined to be one of the premier restaurants not only in the area, but all of New Jersey because of its alluring setting and distinctive décor, as well as its twist on the casual fine dining menu presentations. Early results of our food and beverage guest satisfaction scores have been extremely high."

Lunch and dinner are served daily. All major credit cards are accepted. Reservations are recommended.

About Catering

Architects' clubhouse was also designed with weddings, and other social and corporate functions in mind. The bridal suite is complete with a dressing room and bar, where the bride is greeted with champagne and hors devours. The 4,000 square foot grand ballroom has floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of the Skyland Mountains and 175 acres of fairways and rolling hills. The patio provides a separate venue for ceremonies or cocktail receptions. It also can accommodate tented galas and events.

The menu packages are diverse and flexible, which enable customers to tailor the event to their specific needs and budget. The cuisine is homemade and prepared on the premises. In addition, Architects staff offers assistance with everything from planning to referrals.

"Architects guarantees a one-of-a-kind affair%u2014from the white glove service, and exceptional and personalized cuisine%u2014to the breathtaking setting," continues Mr. Colavito. "Unlike many other venues, Architects is at its customer's side from the first handshake until the very last guest leaves. We are committed to making the time spent with us both memorable and first class."

Thyme and the banquet facility are located at 700 Strykers Road, Lopatcong, NJ 08865.