Mohegan Sun Enters Next Phase of Reopening, Including the Return of BALLO Italian Restaurant, Comix Roadhouse, The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House and More

Today marks a new milestone in Mohegan Sun’s reopening as a wider range of dining, shopping, offerings and amenities reopen or expand hours and services. Popular stops like BALLO Italian Restaurant, Jasper White’s Summer Shack, MJ23 Sports Bar & Grill,  The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, The Race Book and Comix Roadhouse (+ Comix Comedy Club) all return this week, with physical distancing & safety protocols in place. Additional retailers in the 130,000 square-foot Shops at Mohegan Sun also reopen, and Sky Tower hotel is now also accepting more reservations.

For a complete list of new updates, visit MoheganSun.com/updates, where a full safety plan document is located as well. Mohegan Sun implemented more than $1 million in new safety measures, some of which include non-invasive thermal temperature checks at all entrances, a cutting edge UV lighting system, robust cleaning and disinfecting protocols, and plexiglass dividers at various locations. As for the key developments related to Mohegan Sun’s dining, retail, venues and more, see below updates:

  • Comix Roadhouse reopens this Thursday, June 18th. Comix Roadhouse will be open late afternoon to late night, Thursday – Saturday.
  • Comix Comedy Club also returns this weekend with comedian Corey Rodrigues performing on Friday and Saturday evenings. Limited capacity and additional health & safety standards will be implemented.
  • BALLO Italian Restaurant will reopen for take-out and dine-in on Friday, June 19th. This restaurant will initially be open on Fridays and Saturdays from 4:00pm – 11:00pm and Sundays from 4:00pm – 9:00pm.
  • Bobby’s Burger Palace is already open for take-out, and beginning today, June 17th, sit-down dining returns.  BBPs hours are Noon – 9:00pm Sunday – Thursday and Noon – 11:00pm Friday and Saturday.
  • The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House reopens on today, June 17th and initial hours of operation will be Noon – 8:00pm, Wednesday – Sunday.
  • Mohegan Sun Race Book, home to thrilling live horse racing in a setting equipped with an array of flat screens up to 65 feet, reopens on Friday, June 19th, just in time for the Belmont Stakes taking place the following day on Saturday, June 20th. Adjusted hours for the Race Book will be 11:00am -10:00pm Sunday – Thursday and 11:00am – Midnight on Friday & Saturday.
  • MJ23 Sports Bar & Grill is open daily from Noon – 8:00pm, and today begins offering dine-in service again while continuing take-out options as well.
  • Todd English’s Tuscany will now be open for dining inside with take-out options still available. Sit-down dining on the terrace outside Tuscany and drinks at the Taughannick Falls Bar are already open.
  • Jasper White’s Summer Shack will reopen for dine-in and takeout today, June 17th. Summer Shack’s hours will be 4:00pm – 10:00pm, Monday –Friday, Noon – 11:00pm on Saturday and Noon – 10:00pm on Sunday. (Summer Shack Express in Casino of the Earth returns on June 24th).
  • Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana reopened on Friday, June 12th for take-out, and starting today, will offer dine-in service. Frank Pepe Pizzeria is open daily.
  • Pasta Vita, which has locations in both Casino of the Sky and Casino of the Earth, is open Monday – Thursday, 10:00am – 6:00pm and 10:00am – 9:00pm, Friday – Sunday.

*Restaurants and bars will reduce seating to allow for physical distancing during dining. Tables at restaurants will also not be set until guests arrive and signage will be present after a table is disinfected before a new seating. Reservations are encouraged.

“Mohegan Sun has had a successful and safe return to business and that will continue as more dining, shopping, entertainment and hotel stays open up this week.” said Jeff Hamilton, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun. “We’re especially excited about the return of live entertainment, as Comix Comedy Club will host the hilarious comedian, Corey Rodrigues, this Friday and Saturday evening. Mohegan Sun and Comix have been hard at work to bring back live entertainment in a manner that will have the highest levels of health & safety standards for our guests.”

Sky Tower, Mohegan Sun’s iconic 34-story hotel, is also opening up more rooms and has begun welcoming guests from all 50 states or wherever they may be visiting from. Mohegan Sun’s hotel safety and distancing measures include every other check-in stations, disinfecting of keys and carts after each use, enhanced and thorough cleaning protocols including sanitization fogging after each stay, as well as  continued closures of pools and gyms, and more.

Additional Phase 2 reopenings across Mohegan Sun, which include Carlo’s Bakery, Chick-fil-A, Harvest Moon Bar, Phantasia and more, are detailed further at mohegansun.com.

Around 20 locations in the Shops at Mohegan Sun, which consist of more than 35 high-end retail outlets in total, have already safely opened, with more expected in the coming weeks.  Beginning on Monday, June 22nd, Victoria’s Secret will reopen and nearby, the children’s play-scape and arcade, Kids Quest & Cyber Quest, return to business on Wednesday, June 17th at 5:00pm, with certain age restrictions and safety policies in place. Kids Quest & Cyber Quest hours will be Noon to Midnight daily, and more information can be found HERE.

The Mohegan Sun Golf Club (MSGC), the 18-hole championship golf course located a short drive from Mohegan Sun and features all-new practice areas and a driving range, is open for the season. MSGC’s Clubhouse and Pautipaug Pub & Grille are set to re-open on June19th. More information on MSGC and to book a tee time can be found at HERE.

Valet parking remains closed at Mohegan Sun, as does The Poker Room, Seasons Buffett, novelle, SolToro, New Belgium Tap Room, GAME ON, the Wolf Den, Mohegan Sun Arena, Bean & Vine Café & Wine Bar, Pools, Gyms and Bus transportation. Smoking will also continue to be prohibited indoors. Designated smoking areas are available at various outside locations.

To protect those who are most vulnerable during the global pandemic, Mohegan Sun recommends that anyone over the age of 65 or in a high-risk group please visit us at a later date.

ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN

Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 80 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.

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Celebrate The Luck Of The Irish At Mohegan Sun

St. Patrick’s Day festivities include two events at Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House and dining & retail specials across property

UNCASVILLE, CT (March 10, 2020) – St. Patrick’s Day is Tuesday, March 17th, and various venues at Mohegan Sun are bringing the Irish charm with celebrations leading up to the holiday, including giveaways, food & drink specials and more!

The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, Mohegan Sun’s home base for Irish flair, is kicking things off with a pre-St. Patrick’s Day event on Saturday, March 14th. There is no cover for this event, and live entertainment will be provided by Fighting Friday starting at 10:00pm. St. Patrick’s Day celebrations on March 17th start at 10:30am — the first 250 customers with a food order will receive a free Guinness glass. Guinness golden tickets are also up for grabs, and the 20 lucky guests who find them will receive a special prize! In addition to a delicious Irish-inspired menu, The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House will serve up some festive food and drink specials throughout the day.

Live music on St. Patrick’s Day will be provided by Clan O’Cleary from Noon – 3:00pm and from 5:00pm – 8:00pm. Clan O’Cleary is a five-piece band known throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island for playing traditional Irish music and original songs written by members of the group. A unique instrumentation arranged by the band provides a fuller sound to the audience. This is done by incorporating at least 14 instruments associated with Irish music and playing multiple instruments in addition to singing.

St. Patrick’s Day dinner at Todd English’s Tuscany is house-made Kobe corned beef, Guinness risotto, honey glazed carrots and cabbage béchamel for $34.00. Reservations are available through OpenTable.

Special St. Patrick’s Day menu items at Seasons Buffet include corned beef, Irish soda bread, Guinness stout Irish stew, house-made boxty, Shepherd’s pie, steamed cabbage, mashed potatoes with spring onions, potato salad, coleslaw, macaroni salad, Irish potato salad, health slaw, parsley boiled potatoes, Dubliner coddle and grilled beef sausage. All menu items are offered on Tuesday, March 17th, regular hours and pricing apply.

The St. Patrick’s Day sale at Galina’s features a dice necklace with genuine diamonds from Ella Stein for $79.00.

ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 80 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.

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Mohegan Sun Selects Noble Digital Commerce Platform for On-Demand Food and Drink Service to Enhance the Onsite Experience for Guests

Noble, the consumer-centric digital commerce and marketing platform for onsite experiences, announced today that Mohegan Sun, one of the world’s leading integrated entertainment resort destinations, has chosen Noble’s digital ordering solution to power its onsite mobile ordering experiences.

Noble’s omni-channel ordering technology is tailor-made to fit into a variety of hospitality, gaming and live event establishments. Guests can order and pay for bar and concession items, such as cocktails or hot dogs by native app, web-link / QR code for app-less ordering, and text via chatbot. Patrons can choose their desired pick up or delivery locations, and pay and tip via Venmo, Apple Pay, or credit card. Noble’s platform also enables patrons to schedule orders ahead of time such as arrival, intermission or halftime.

From concerts featuring top headliners including Harry Styles, Brad Paisley and Rod Stewart to professional sports such as the WNBA (Connecticut Sun), Professional Lacrosse (New England Black Wolves) and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), guests at Mohegan Sun Arena now have a streamlined way to order food and drink. Noble will be integrated within the Mohegan Sun app as well, which is available on both Android and iPhone.

“Mohegan Sun was recently rated #1 Best Casino Hotel in the U.S and is considered one of the premier entertainment destinations in the nation,” said Jeff Hamilton, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun. “With guests attending well over 100 concerts and sporting events in Mohegan Sun Arena yearly – many of which are sold-out performances – we needed a system that could handle the volume of food and drink ordering that we encounter frequently. We looked to build our own platform but the appeal of the Noble network of users and trusted brand made partnering with the company an easy decision. Built for the enterprise, we chose Noble because of its unmatched feature set, which includes in-app integration and risk management, to name a few. For our guests, Noble offers an easy and efficient way to order on-site, making sure visitors don’t miss any of the action.”

Mohegan Sun was developed in 1996 by the Mohegan Tribe of Connecticut. Today it features two casinos, two hotel towers with a total of 1,563 rooms, two spas, a 130,000-square-foot retail shopping experience, more than 275,000 square feet of meeting space and a 10,000-seat award-winning arena.

“We are incredibly excited to be selected to partner with one of the top casinos and entertainment destinations in the country,” said Varun Pathak, chief executive officer, Noble. “More and more gaming and entertainment establishments are moving toward digital technologies to elevate their guest experience. Noble’s platform provides a streamlined ordering experience for food and beverage operators, but also enables consumer intelligence and marketing transformation capabilities that can be leveraged by various teams across an organization. This is a major step in expanding the Noble network into the casino and resort ecosystem.”

About Noble:
Noble is standardizing the digital food and drink ordering experience by connecting entertainment seekers with local entertainment venues with a simple digital ordering solution. Noble’s digital commerce platform allows in-venue ordering for guests so they can enjoy more of their time out and venues can benefit from the incremental revenue and operational efficiencies driven by the platform. Noble is available for both iOS and Android and works with all point of sale (POS) systems. For more information, please visit, www.getnoble.co or find us on Twitter @OrderWithNoble

About Mohegan Sun:
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 80 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.

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Star-Studded Valentine’s Day Weekend At novelle Includes Kim Zolciak & Kroy Bierman From Bravo’s Don’t Be Tardy And Kittenish Brunch Hosted By Jessie James & Eric Decker

UNCASVILLE, CT (February 7, 2020) – Mohegan Sun’s newest ultra-lounge novelle is celebrating Valentine’s Day weekend with appearances from power couples Kim Zolciak & Kroy Biermann and Jessie James & Eric Decker.

Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann from Bravo TV’s Don’t Be Tardy will kick off the romantic weekend with an appearance at novelle’s Famous Fridays on Friday, February 14th. The Valentine’s edition of Famous Friday features dining specials that include a half-dozen roasted Blue Point oysters for $16.00, Parisian gnocchi for $30.00, shellfish-crusted filet mignon for $52.00, and complimentary chef-made desserts. Drink specials include $25.00 punch bowls and 2 for $500 bottle specials. Doors open for dining at 5:00pm and the party starts at 9:00pm. There is no cover for this event. VIP tables and bottle service are available, call 860.861.5994 for more information.

On Sunday, February 16th, guests can join Country music star Jessie James Decker and former professional football player Eric Decker at Kittenish Brunch hosted by Jessie & Eric Decker. From 11:00am – 3:00pm, guests will have the chance to mix and mingle with the dynamic duo and shop at a Kittenish pop-up shop containing fun and flirty looks from Jessie’s popular clothing line. Guests who purchase an item at the Kittenish pop-up shop will get the chance to take a picture with Jessie & Eric! Kittenish Brunch features an á la carte menu along with $7.00 mimosas and Bloody Marys. General admission tickets are $20.00 and can be purchased in advance through SevenRooms. Brunch seating is first come, first served. Please call or text 860.861.5994 to reserve your brunch table. All guests must be 21 or older and have a valid ID.

For a full list of Valentine’s Day celebrations across property, visit the Mohegan Sun website.

ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 80 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.

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Cupid’s Arrow Strikes At Mohegan Sun

Guests can fall in love with Valentine’s Day specials and entertainment across property on Friday, February 14th

UNCASVILLE, CT (January 30, 2020) – Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and Mohegan Sun is set to help guests celebrate with their loved ones with delicious dining specials, lavish shopping specials, and exciting entertainment across property! All offers are for February 14th unless otherwise specified.

Enjoy a special meal with a loved one at some of Mohegan Sun’s premiere restaurants

Guests who dine at Todd English’s Tuscany can enjoy Lobster Milanese with linguini olio, arugula salad topped with a lemon vinaigrette and butter-poached claws for $42.00.

Valentine’s Day weekend at Todd English’s Tuscany also includes a Sunday Brunch that features special menu items created by Sun Wine & Food Fest’s Brunch Battle Co-Champions. Chef Dan Monroe’s Schnitzel Benedict with Gochujang Hollandaise and Chef Ceil Vardar’s Bennies and Hash from Heaven will be added to the champagne brunch menu available every Sunday from 10:00am – 2:00pm for a limited time. This elegant brunch also includes a complimentary glass of champagne or mimosa, hot and cold food stations including a traditional New England raw bar, omelets and eggs made to order, fresh fruit, antipasto and more. Reservations are recommended and available via OpenTable.

The Valentine’s Day menu at novelle is available from Thursday, February 13th through Saturday, February 15th and features a half-dozen roasted Blue Point oysters for $16.00, Parisian gnocchi for $30.00 and shellfish-crusted filet mignon for $52.00. These specials also include a complimentary chef-made dessert.

Valentine’s Day specials at BALLO Italian Restaurant include BALLO antipasto for $17.00, BALLO’s famous flaming mac & cheese wheel (prepared tableside) for $25.00, homemade heart-shaped lobster ravioli for $38.00 and a 24 oz. ribeye with crispy potatoes, arugula, radicchio and Parmigiana for $70.00. Guests can enjoy options of Maraschino cherries and dark chocolate cannolis for dessert.

At Hash House A Go Go, special items are a red velvet chocolate chip pancake with cream cheese icing and whipped cream for $9.99 or NY strip steak with a grilled shrimp skewer, bacon cheddar mash and house veggies for $34.99. The featured dessert is salted caramel cheesecake served on a graham cracker crust and topped with whipped cream for $9.99.

Dinner for two at Jasper White’s Summer Shack is $90.00 and includes:

    • One appetizer to share (choice of a raw bar sampler, sautéed mussels or the Rhode Island calamari)
    • A choice between the mixed greens salad with house vinaigrette or the BLT wedge salad with blue cheese dressing
    • Two entrees (choice of the shack seafood scampi complete with lobster, shrimp, mussels and squid over linguini; grilled marinated steak tips with mashed potatoes and broccolini; or grilled salmon with a maple glaze, saffron rice and grilled asparagus)
    • One dessert to share (choice of a brownie sundae or vanilla crème brûlée).
    • Guests can also enjoy a glass of bubbles for an additional $5.00.

This special is for dine-in only and may not be combined with other offers.

The Valentine’s Day Love Boat at Sushi Koya is $60.00 and includes edamame, the salmon lover or tuna lover roll, two classic maki rolls, four pieces of sashimi and fried green tea ice cream for dessert. A bottle of Nigori sake can be added for $10.00. This special is for dine-in only and may not be combined with other offers.

Over at The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, decadent dinner options include baked stuffed cod topped with a lemon beurre blanc and served with rice pilaf and a roasted corn medley for $22.00, or a 14oz. slow-roasted prime rib served with fingerling potatoes and grilled asparagus topped with a fresh hollandaise sauce for $30.00. Indulge in a Valentine’s Day dessert platter with an assortment of miniature cheesecakes and chocolate covered strawberries for $10.00.

Valentine’s dinner at Michael Jordan’s Steak House is sea bass Oscar – lump crab, sauce Figaro and heirloom asparagus for $38.00.

Stop by SolToro to feast on Al Pastor baby back ribs with grilled pineapple and rice verde for $25.00.

Valentine’s Day isn’t just for the lovers at Ben & Jerry’s. The “Single By Choice” sundae features a chocolate-dipped sprinkled waffle bowl sundae with Chocolate Therapy ice cream, strawberry sauce, and fresh whipped cream for $7.49.

Get your loved one the perfect Valentine’s Day gift at The Shops at Mohegan Sun

Love is in the air at Le Creuset! Guests can receive a free 6-cup heart cakelet pan with a $200.00 purchase. This offer is valid now through Friday, February 14th or while supplies last. Gift cards and taxes do not count towards the minimum purchase requirement. May not be combined with other offers. Visit Le Creuset for complete details.

Spoil someone special with the Ella Stein Collection at Galina’s. Ella Stein offers real diamond pieces at affordable prices. Visit Galina’s for the full collection and complete details.

A Valentine’s date night isn’t complete without entertainment!

Men in Motion are back at Comix Roadhouse on Friday, February 14th at 10:00pm. Tickets are $50.00, $35.00, $25.00 and $15.00 and are available for purchase at Comix Roadhouse or comixmohegansun.com. The Men in Motion Male Revue is New England’s #1 source for upscale adult entertainment.

Grammy award-winning R&B group All-4-One will have a free show in the Wolf Den on Friday, February 14th at 8:00pm. If you’ve ever been in love, then you’ve heard of the name All-4-One and their timeless songs “I Swear,” “I Can Love You Like That,” “So Much In Love” and more. All-4-One is internationally known for making beautiful love songs that not only chart airwaves, but also garner countless awards.

ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 80 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.

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Country Singer Maggie Rose, Real Housewives Stars Cynthia Bailey & Mike Hill, Newly-Crowned Miss America Camille Schrier And More To Appear At 17th Annual Sun Wine & Food Fest Presented By MSC Cruises

UNCASVILLE, CT (January 16, 2020) – Mohegan Sun’s 17th Annual Sun Wine & Food Fest takes place Friday, January 24th – Sunday, January 26th, and a variety of celebrities are joining in on the fun with appearances at the Bourbon Tasting, Grand Tasting, Celebrity Chef Dine Around and more! Tickets to all events are still available for purchase via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office. Ticket prices are subject to increase the day of the events.

The Bourbon Tasting presented by Beam Suntory, Inc. takes place on Friday, January 24th in the Earth Ballroom and will feature a special appearance by 20-year NBA all-star Charles Oakley. Charles most well-known for his time with the New York Knicks in the 90s as a hard playing Power Forward. Guests can get a taste of the finest bourbon from Jim Beam, devour tasty selections from Bear’s Restaurant group and receive a cigar from BoutiqueCigar.com. The Bourbon Tasting presented by Beam Suntory Inc. takes place from 6:00pm – 9:00pm and tickets are $90.

At the Grand Tasting preview, guests can get a sneak peek of the main event while enjoying a performance by Maggie Rose on the Coca-Cola Kitchen Stage. A woman of exceptional versatility and variety, Maggie Rose draws from the many musical genres at play – a love of storytelling and substantive lyrics learned from Country music, an affinity for finely crafted Pop production, R&B’s commitment to an irresistible groove.  Maggie Rose is also set to perform a free show in the Wolf Den on Thursday, January 23rd at 8:00pm. Additionally, Ben Robinson of Bravo’s hit series Below Deck/Below Deck Mediterranean will show off his skills with a chef demonstration on the Main Stage presented by Gotham Steel Stack Master. The Grand Tasting Preview takes place in the Earth Expo Center on Friday, January 24th from 7:00pm – 10:00pm. Tickets are $45, with designated driver tickets available for $20.

The Grand Tasting will introduce a new chef to Sun Wine & Food Fest. Richard Blais, winner of Bravo’s Top Chef All-Stars and recurring judge on Top Chef and Master Chef will join some of the best in the business with a variety of electrifying chef demonstrations on the Main Stage presented by Gotham Steel Stack Master. The Grand Tasting in the Earth Expo Center is from Noon – 5:00pm on Saturday, January 25th and tickets are $95. Designated driver tickets are available for $20.

The Celebrity Chef Dine Around presented by Hendrick’s Gin will tease a taste of TAO with a showcase of dining options by Ralph Scamardella, Partner/Chef with Tao Group Hospitality. TAO Restaurant at Mohegan is set to open this year, featuring a menu of elevated Pan-Asian fare, a beverage program catering to Asian tastes and a robust sake program. Over 25 celebrity chefs will also participate in Mohegan Sun’s signature walk-around event, creating signature food items paired with a wine, beer or spirit. Other celebrity appearances during this event include Cynthia Bailey and Mike Hill from Bravo’s Real Housewives of Atlanta and newly-crowned Miss America Camille Schrier. Music will be provided by DJ Irie. Celebrity Chef Dine Around is from 8:00pm – 10:30pm on Saturday, January 25th in the Uncas Ballroom. Tickets are $190.

Sun Wine & Food Fest’s Sunday Brunch will be kicked up a notch with the Brunch Battle. Two Connecticut-based chefs will go head-to-head with only 30 minutes to create the best dish to present to celebrity chef judges Aarón Sánchez, Amanda Freitag, Marc Murphy and Maneet Chauhan. Norwich native Ceil Vardar, food writer, cooking instructor and winner of Food Network’s Chopped will face Daniel Monroe, a former US Army culinary specialist and current chef at Fairfield Connecticut’s gourmet grocery store, The Pantry. The winner will receive a $1,000 Mohegan Sun gift card, have their brunch item added to a special featured menu at Todd English’s Tuscany and earn the title of “Brunch Battle Champion”. This event is from 10:00am – 1:00pm in the Uncas Ballroom, tickets are $90.

Mohegan Sun’s newest ultra-lounge novelle wraps up the Sun Wine & Food Fest weekend on Sunday, January 26th with the Champagne Brunch presented by Truly Hard Seltzer. Guests can mix and mingle with Tom & Tom from Bravo’s Vanderpump Rules, Miss America, Cynthia Bailey and Mike Hill while Brandi Cyrus spins a live DJ set. A special á la carte menu will be available from 11:00am – 3:00pm. Tickets are $20, for table reservations with bottle service call 860.861.5994.

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ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 80 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.

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