Mar 27, 2023 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Shopping, Uncategorized
Holiday dining and retail specials are available on Sunday, April 9th
UNCASVILLE, CT (March 27, 2023) – Easter is right around
the corner, and popular Mohegan Sun restaurants like BALLO Italian Restaurant, SolToro, Michael Jordan’s Steak House and more are inviting guests to gather around the table for a festive meal. The Shops at Mohegan Sun are also celebrating with a variety of exciting retail deals. All dining and retail specials are valid on Sunday, April 9th unless otherwise specified.
Dinner at BALLO Italian Restaurant starts with the choice of pan-seared branzino, lemon burro bianco and charred broccolini for $38, or twin butter-poached 8oz. lobster tails with basil and English pea risotto for $58. Dessert is a lemon pistachio cannoli for $11.
Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana will be offering a limited-time SPRING SPECIAL PIZZA from April 2nd – June 30th. The kind of pizza to swoon over! Their seasonal Spring Special is loaded with savory bacon flavor and hints of sweetness from roasted tomatoes. The two flavors, combined with their classic sliced mozzarella and fresh spinach, make for a balanced, mouth-watering pie that will leave you wishing Spring could last forever.
Guests who spend Easter with Michael Jordan’s Steak House can start with crab deviled eggs made with duck eggs, jumbo crab lump and spiced breadcrumbs for $18. The main course consists of a $58 14oz. prime rib with a cocoa and coffee rub, smoked onion jus and horseradish cream.
MJ23 Sports Bar & Grill is serving up a meal that features a choice of either a 14 oz. ($48) or 18 oz. ($55) prime rib served with mashed potatoes, asparagus, horseradish cream and beef au jus. Another main course option is a Hawaiian ham sandwich made on a sweet roll that consists of bourbon-glazed ham, pineapple jalapeño chutney and smoked cheddar for $20.
Easter Dinner at SolToro consists of two special options. The first option is a barbacoa pambazo which is a Mexican-style sandwich made on homemade bread with guajillo sauce, crema and queso fresco for $22. The second option is chilaquiles verdes which is two fried eggs, roasted tomatillo salsa verde, queso fresco, crema, onion and corn tortillas for $20.
Guests can also celebrate by treating themselves and their loved ones to the retail specials at The Shops at Mohegan Sun. Le Creuset is set to help host the perfect Easter brunch with their new flower collection and a free gift with a $250 purchase. Those looking to satisfy their sweet tooth can stop by Chocolux to grab a wide variety of treats including vegan and gluten free items. Everyone who shops at Portal on Sunday, April 9th will receive 15% off footwear with the purchase of any full price apparel item.
For complete details on Easter specials, visit the Mohegan Sun website.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
# # #
Mar 8, 2023 | Food & Beverage, Special Events
Tickets to exclusive events at TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge and Clay Pipe Cigar Bar on sale now
The 7th Annual Sun Whiskey Union at Mohegan Sun is now with the addition of four brand new, limited capacity events at TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge and Clay Pipe Cigar Bar on Friday, April 7th, and Saturday, April 8th.
TAO Japanese Whisky Dinner
- Time/Date: 5:00pm on Friday, April 7th
- Location: TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge
- Ticket Price: $250; Day of the Event: $255
Transport your palate to the Far East with an educational whisky pairing from our friends at Michter’s Distillery. Enjoy a specialty craft cocktail at entry along with whisky pairings during TAO’s incredible three-course dinner.
Spirits & Cigars presented by Mohegan Sun’s Barrel Select Program
- Time/Date: 7:00pm on Friday, April 7th
- Location: Clay Pipe Cigar Bar
- Ticket Price: $120; Day of the Event: $125
Partake in an exclusive whiskey tasting featuring Mohegan Sun’s limited Barrel Select Program. A wide variety of tasting options will be offered from nine single barrels including our newest single barrel releases, Maker’s Mark, Private Reserve and Whistle Pig Piggyback. Additional offerings to include Angel’s Envy, Breckenridge Bourbon, Elijah Craig, Knob Creek Rye, and Knob Creek Bourbon. Tastings are paired with a complimentary Clay Pipe infused cigar. Try a half ounce of each one of our offerings and track your pairings with our checklist card in this one-of-a-kind tasting experience!
Friends of Laphroaig
- Time/Date: 6:00pm on Saturday, April 8th
- Location: Clay Pipe Cigar Bar
- Ticket Price: $125; Day of the Event: $130
Get a private first taste of the exclusive Laphroaig Single Barrel Cask Barrel selected by Mohegan Sun, available to the public later this year, as well as three additional expressions from Laphroaig. Each ticket includes a tasting experience hosted by Beam Suntory representatives.
Clay Pipe Nightcap
- Time/Date: 11:00pm on Saturday, April 8th
- Location: Clay Pipe Cigar Bar
- Ticket Price: $50; Day of the Event: $55
Don’t end Sun Whiskey Union Weekend without a nightcap! Stop by Clay Pipe Cigar Bar for our late-night specially crafted smoked whiskey cocktails. Come finish your night off with a Smoked Whiskey Mai Tai or keep your night going with our Smoked Espresso Martini. One complimentary Clay Pipe infused cigar and two specialty cocktails included with admission.
The main event, Sun Whiskey Union, takes place from 8:00pm to 11:00pm on Saturday, April 8th in the Earth Ballroom. Guests will be able to listen to live music by Jason Ingriselli & The Miles North , taste topflight whiskey, scotch, bourbon and rye, and sample unique craft cocktails. Sun Whiskey Union will feature various distilleries like Beam Suntory and Penelope Bourbon with experts on hand to answer a variety of questions on their style of whiskey and other libations! Delicious food by Bear’s Smokehouse and delectable treats by NoRA Cupcake Company also join the mix!
Sun Whiskey Union will also feature exciting silent auction items from the world of sports, entertainment, and pop culture provided by Ocean State Charity Events. All proceeds from the silent auction will benefit United Way.
Tickets for Sun Whiskey Union are $70 and on sale now through Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office. A portion of ticket proceeds from Saturday’s Sun Whiskey Union will go to support the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut. Guests must be 21 years of age of older to attend all Sun Whiskey Union Weekend events. Valid ID and ticket are required upon entry at all event doors.
To learn more about Sun Whiskey Union, including information about our special Sun Whiskey Union hotel package, please visit mohegansun.com.
Media coverage opportunities are available for Saturday’s Sun Whiskey Union event. For inquiries, contact Charisse Huff at [email protected]
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
# # #
Feb 8, 2023 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Shopping, Uncategorized
Spoil a loved one with dining & retail specials, plus a romantic evening at VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock on Tuesday, February 14th
UNCASVILLE, CT (February 8, 2023) – Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and Mohegan Sun is set to host the ultimate date night. Guests can access an assortment of extravagant dining options, lavish gifts in The Shops at Mohegan Sun and a stellar grand finale at VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock.
Dinner at BALLO Italian Restaurant offers their best in surf & turf. Specials include bay scallops & pancetta, béchamel and grilled sourdough for $22, homemade lobster ravioli with bay scallops, shellfish brodo, San Marzano, tomato, chives and Parmigiana Reggiano for $44, and a 36 oz. Prime Porterhouse for two, served with shaved black truffle polenta, brussels sprouts, pancetta and honey for $160. For dessert, indulge in a chocolate and strawberry Crostata with mascarpone, dark chocolate ganache and peanut butter mousse for $18 or a strawberry prosecco cannoli with white chocolate for $11.
Valentine’s Day Dinner for two at Jasper White’s Summer Shack is $90 and the prix fixe menu features an appetizer to share, a choice of mixed greens salad or a cup of chowder, and a selection of delicious entrées like the Shack Shrimp Scampi, grilled marinated steak tips with garlic butter, mashed potatoes and broccoli, the special “Catch of the Day”, or the Shack Baked Scrod complete with a tomato fondue, garlic breadcrumbs, sautéed broccoli and jasmine rice. Dessert to share is a delectable brownie sundae or vanilla crème brûleé. Gratuity and tax are not included.
A luxurious dinner at Michael Jordan’s Steak House starts with stuffed oysters in a fennel hollandaise, paired with a sausage hash and parmesan for $20. Next course is a $140 chateaubriand for two – a 24 oz. filet mignon, truffled potatoes and raclette fondue. And dessert? Passion. Passion. Passion: passion fruit mousse, passion fruit ganache, fermented passion fruit and a cocoa crumble for $20. Toast to the night with NV Vollereaux Brut Champagne for $19 per glass.
Get ready to fall in love with MJ23 Sports Bar & Grill’s Surf & Turf. Guests can treat themselves to a 7 oz. filet mignon, 6 oz. lobster tail, truffled mashed potatoes and asparagus with a red wine glaze for $65. Turn up the heat with a Baked Alaska made with chocolate cake and milk chocolate ice cream for $16. Cheers to a loved one with NV Vollereaux Brut Champagne for $19 per glass.
Sushi Koya is serving up the Love Boat for Two. For $60, sushi connoisseurs can enjoy edamame, the Salmon Lover or Tuna Lover, a traditional Maki Roll, the coveted Dinosaur Egg and four pieces of Sashimi (Chef’s Choice). Add a carafe of House Sake for $6.
Those looking for an elevated seafood experience can look no further than TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge. The TAO (XO) Stuffed Lobster features a broiled stuffed lobster and spicy soy E-FU noodles for $69.
Valentine’s Day at Mohegan Sun wouldn’t be complete without Todd English’s Tuscany. Specials include a Cider House Salad made with gala apples, cheddar cheese, radishes, bacon, lardons, baby arugula and a broken cider vinaigrette for $14; sweetheart ravioli with truffle brown butter, saffron cream, Maine lobster, garlic chips and fried basil for $36; a surf & turf complete with a 6 oz. filet of beef, king crab, bearnaise butter, a crispy potato nest and haricot verts for $65; and a white chocolate raspberry mousse heart paired with a graham cake and micro flowers for $10. Todd English’s Tuscany will also offer special Valentine’s Day treats during brunch on Saturday, February 18th and Sunday, February 19th.
Looking to enjoy a sweet treat with your sweetheart? Pick up buy one, get one free milkshakes at Johnny Rockets or snag a scoop (or two) at Ben & Jerry’s. Limited edition heart shaped donuts are available at The Crafty Stir Café for $1.50. Chocolux is offering a Valentine’s Day staple, chocolate covered strawberries, on February 10th, 11th, 12th and 14th. Single strawberries are available for $6 each, and a pack of four is available for $20.
After dinner, pick up a gift for your favorite person in The Shops at Mohegan Sun!
Stop by Le Creuset now through Tuesday, February 14th and receive a free set of two heart mugs with saucers with a $250 purchase! Gift cards and taxes do not count towards the minimum price requirement. Offer available while supplies last.
Those looking for a little extra sparkle can stop by Swarovski and get a free accessory pouch with a purchase of $200 or more. Accessory pouch is available while supplies last, visit Swarovski for complete details.
End the evening under the stars at VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock with the Champagne & Strawberry Special. Guests can enjoy a bottle of champagne paired with 12 sweet chocolate dipped strawberries while dancing the night away. Live DJ starts at 9:00pm. Reserve your spot now by calling 860.862.4009.
For complete details on Valentine’s Day specials, visit the Mohegan Sun website.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
# # #
Feb 8, 2023 | Food & Beverage, Special Events
WHAT: 7th Annual Sun Whiskey Union at Mohegan Sun
WHERE/WHEN: Saturday, April 8th
8:00pm – 11:00pm
Earth Ballroom
IN DETAIL: Sun Whiskey Union is back! Guests will be able to listen to live music by Jason Ingriselli and The Miles North, taste topflight whiskey, scotch, bourbon and rye, and sample unique craft cocktails. Sun Whiskey Union will feature various distilleries like Beam Suntory and Penelope Bourbon with experts on hand to answer a variety of questions on their style of whiskey and other libations! Delicious food by Bear’s Smokehouse and delectable treats by NoRA Cupcake Company also join the mix at the seventh annual Sun Whiskey Union at Mohegan Sun!
Tickets are $70 and on sale now through ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office. Prices are subject to increase the day of the event. A portion of ticket proceeds will go to support the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut. Guests must be 21 years of age of older to attend Sun Whiskey Union. Valid ID and ticket are required upon entry.
To learn more about Sun Whiskey Union, including information about our special Sun Whiskey Union hotel package, please visit mohegansun.com.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
###
Jan 18, 2023 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage
Experience “The Big Game” with a delicious buffet including hoagies, sliders, assorted wings, a 140-foot video wall, and more!
UNCASVILLE, CT (January 18, 2023) “The Big Game” viewing party at Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook gets started on Sunday, February 12th while kickoff for the game is slated for 6:30pm. Football fans can catch all the action on the 140-foot wide video wall at the premier Sportsbook in the Northeast, while also enjoying a Big Game Buffet, a fantastic drink menu and various betting options for both pre-game and live betting.
Reservations for “The Big Game” at the Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook are available by visiting mohegansun.com/sportsbook or calling 860.862.4589. Every fan attending this viewing party will also receive a free commemorative gift!
Additionally, a special promo will be available from Monday, February 6th through the gameday on Sunday, February 12th that allows fans who place an NFL Same Game Parlay (SGP) of $50 or more on any Sportsbook kiosk of 5/1 odds or longer, to receive their choice of an Umbrella, Tumbler, BBQ Grill Set, Bluetooth Speaker, or Cooler! SGPs are a type of bet that allows players to select two or more bets, known as “legs,” within the same game and if all of the legs hit, the guest wins.
Leading up to the big game, MMA fans can swing by the Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook on the evening of Saturday, February 11th for where a highly anticipated main event will showcase Alexander Volkanovski and Islam Makhachev battling for the Light heavyweight belt. For reservations, visit our website.
The Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook stretches 11,000 square-feet and is home to 220+ luxury seats, a full dining menu, 39 easy-to-use self-betting kiosks, various live-teller windows, and a drink menu that includes an array of local, domestic, and imported beers and creative mixed drinks like the “Ricky Vaughn” consisting of Cazadores Blanco tequila, Cointreau, Fresh Jalapeño, Lime Sour, and a Tajin rim.
The Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook is open daily with extended hours on Friday (10:00am-1:00am) and Saturday (9:00am – 1:00am). For more information, visit mohegansun.com
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
# # #
Jan 6, 2023 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
As Mohegan Sun gears up for the 19th Annual Sun Wine & Food Fest, O.A.R. frontman joins the Todd English Experience and stars from Loverboy headline a special event inside novelle
UNCASVILLE, CT (January 4, 2023) – Fans of O.A.R., amazing food, delicious drinks and celebrity chefs are in for a treat on the evening of Thursday, January 26th where beginning at 6:30pm, James Beard Award Winner, Todd English, will host his own seated dinner featuring a live show by O.A.R.’s Marc Roberge. The very next evening, Kyle Cooke & Amanda Batula, stars of Bravo’s Summer House, will host a special edition of Mohegan Sun’s Toast with the Host where they will engage with fans, and serve up a memorable night from behind the bar inside novelle!
The Todd English Experience takes place on the first night of Sun Wine & Food Fest (SWFF) 2023 at Todd English’s Tuscany, and features delicious food from Todd himself, one-of-a-kind craft cocktails, a champagne toast and other incredible chefs. Marc Roberge, the multi-platinum-selling singer, songwriter & guitarist for Alt-Rock band O.A.R., will also be playing live inside the VIP area for this event. Tickets are on-sale now through Ticketmaster.com and include a general admission option for waterfall seating ($150) and VIP indoor seating ($200), that will include the special music performance.
The nightcap of day two of SWFF 2023 will feature the highly anticipated Toast with the Host: Sun Wine & Food Fest Edition. On Friday, January 27th, guests can join Loverboy founders Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula, stars of Bravo’s Summer House, as they host from behind the bar, mingling with fans and enjoying a good time alongside them.
Sponsored by Loverboy Sparkling Hard Tea and Premium Canned Cocktails, this unique event will transport guests right back to summer. For more information and to purchase tickets ($50), click HERE.
For more details on all things Sun Wine & Food Fest 2023, which features more than 14 events across four days beginning January 26th, visit mohegansun.com/SWFF
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
# # #
