Apr 1, 2019 | Food & Beverage, Shopping
All under one roof on Sunday, April 21st
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 1, 2019) – No matter how you celebrate, Easter is a wonderful time to gather loved ones and ring in a new spring season with a memorable meal. Whether you’re busy with work, travel or simply don’t want to cook for the holiday, Mohegan Sun’s restaurants are surely serving up delectable cuisine on Sunday, April 21st.
On Easter Sunday, Todd English’s Tuscany will feature a special meal guests can indulge in for $36.00 per person. The meal features a braised lamb shank, spring pea risotto, heirloom tomato and arugula salad.
Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe will feature an Easter Sunday meal including a Hosmer Mountain cherry glazed ham, scalloped potatoes and honey carrots for $23.00 per person. Michael Jordan’s Steak House will be running a special meal also on April 21st for $38.00 per person – savor over Colorado twin lamb porterhouse, Israeli couscous and tarragon pesto.
Hash House A Go Go is adding three special items to their menu on April 21st. Guests can enjoy a cinnamon roll pancake topped with cream cheese frosting, a 10 oz. griddled ham steak served on top of garlic mashed potatoes and vegetables or finish their dining experience with caramel cheesecake.
SolToro will offer birria – slow braised goat in consommé, onions, cilantro, limes, jalapeños, radish and cabbage for $18.00 per person all Easter day long.
Relax, dine and enjoy live entertainment at The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House on Sunday, April 21st. Sunday music sessions with Steve Cleary begin at 1:00pm – playing original Rock, Jazz, Folk, Blues and more genres! As you listen to melodies, order the Easter dinner special for $16.00 per person – featuring a glazed honey ham served with mashed potatoes and roasted root vegetables.
Head over to the Wolf Den on April 21st to see The Cartells perform live – bringing their transcending sound to the stage at 7:00pm.
Guests can have fun and laugh at Comix Comedy Club with Jim Spinnato when he brings his performance to the stage on April 21st at 5:00pm – a performance combination of magic, illusion & comedy.
Le Creuset is celebrating Easter from April 12th to May 12th, offering a free stoneware herb planter with any $150.00 purchase, while supplies last. Gift cards and taxes do not count toward the minimum purchase requirement. Offer available at lecreuset.com and in Le Creuset Signature Stores; not available in Le Creuset outlet stores. May not be combined with other offers. No adjustment to prior purchases.
Or, visit Robert Graham on April 21st and receive a complimentary lux terry robe with any purchase of $400.00 or more.
For more information on all Easter specials, please visit mohegansun.com.
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, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 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 5, 2019 | Comedy, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Shopping
Irish-Inspired Specials & Celebrations to Take Place Across Property
UNCASVILLE, CT (March 5, 2019) – The luck of the Irish is flowing through Mohegan Sun for St. Patrick’s Day. On Sunday, March 17th, guests can partake in delicious dining specials, enjoy live entertainment, or pick up a limited edition cocotte from Le Creuset. Guests can also stop by Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House for exciting giveaways throughout the day.
Tom’s Urban is celebrating all March long with St. Madness! Fans of Division I College Basketball can cheer on their bracket picks across 23 hi-definition flat screens and try their luck with Tom’s Two-Handed Stein Hoist, an event that will separate the true fans from the pretenders. Participants of the Two-Handed Stein Hoist will be challenged to see who can hold a 40 oz. glass of their favorite beer airborne the longest. All participants can purchase a 40 oz. glass of Stella Artois for $14.50 and have the glass topped off before the competition begins. The winner gets bragging rights, along with a $50 gift card to use towards a future visit. Guests interested in Tom’s Two-Handed Stein Hoist will have three chances to test their strength: Friday, March 29th, Sunday, March 31st, and Saturday, April 6th.
In addition to the regular menu, guests at Tom’s Urban will be offered a special St. Madness limited menu during the month of March, including:
- Fish & Chips for $17.00
- Bucket O’Buds: 5 bottles of Bud or Bud Light for $30.00
- Guinness pints for $7.00
- Add a shot of Jameson or Baileys for $5
- Irish coffee for $7.00
Make reservations via Tom’s Urban website or call 860.862.8667.
Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House knows how to go all out for St. Patrick’s Day. Doors open on Sunday, March 17th at 11:30am, and the first 250 people to arrive receive a special gift bag with an engraved Guinness glass and other commemorative items. Those lucky 250 people are automatically part of the Golden Ticket Giveaway – 20 Guinness golden tickets are hidden in the gift bags and whoever finds a ticket wins another prize! Throughout the day, Lansdowne will offer additional giveaways and food & beverage specials.
The regular Lansdowne menu is available all day and includes these special, Irish-inspired dishes:
- Lansdowne loaded skins: golden fried potato skins filled with corned beef and Swiss cheese, topped with house-made coleslaw and served with Russian dressing
- Corned beef and cabbage dinner: slow roasted corned beef brisket, carrots, Yukon potatoes, and cabbage served in a unique house-made brine with mustard and Irish butter on the side
- Shepherd’s pie: classic preparation made with ground lamb and beef, carrots, onions, and herbs, topped with mashed potatoes and baked until golden brown; served with Irish soda bread and butter
Entertainment will be provided by Clan O’ Cleary from Noon – 3:00pm and again 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. The 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.
Live entertainment during St. Patrick’s Day will also be provided by The Wolf Den and Comix Roadhouse. Sean McConnell brings southern charm to The Wolf Den starting at 7:00pm. Sean McConnell’s career started with a grassroots following and has quickly attracted the attention of Country icons like Tim MGraw, Martina McBride, Brad Paisley, and more. McConnell’s sound – a warm tenor painting vivid stories over acoustic guitar often cushioned by keys or other strings – has prompted a diverse range of music scenes to warmly claim Sean as one of their own.
St. Patrick’s Day is also Silly Sunday over at the newly renovated Comix Roadhouse, and comedian Pat Oates is bringing the laughs with a show at 8:00pm. Pat is the 2015 winner of Comix Roadhouse’s Last Comix Standing contest, a writer for Laugh Staff and the host of the Pat Oates Is Sad podcast. His crowd work skills are regarded by many of his peers as second to none. Guests who are looking for an earlier show can enjoy house hypnotist Jim Spinnato at 5:00pm. Spinnato’s peformances are a combination of magic, illusion, and comedy; with lots of audience participation.
Seasons Buffet has incorporated a special menu for St. Patrick’s Day. On March 17th, guests can celebrate with corned beef, Irish soda bread, Guinness Stout Irish stew, house-made boxty, shepherd’s pie, steamed cabbage, colcannon, potato salad, cole slaw, macaroni salad, Irish potato salad, health slaw, parsley boiled potatoes, Dubliner coddle, and grilled beef sausage.
On St. Patrick’s Day, various restaurants across property are offering their take on corned beef and cabbage – an Irish favorite. Todd English’s Tuscany is offering house-made Wagyu corned beef, salt cured potatoes, Guinness glazed carrots, and cabbage béchamel for $34.00. Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe has corned beef and cabbage served with potatoes, carrots, and grain mustard for $23.00. Pasta Vita is serving corned beef and cabbage dinner for two for $18.95. At Jasper White’s Summer Shack enjoy corned beef and potato croquettes with a pint of green beer for $10.00.
For dessert, stop by Carlo’s Bakery for a leprechaun hat rainbow cake layered with vanilla buttercream and covered with fondant.
Guests can bring the luck of the Irish into the kitchen courtesy of Le Creuset. The Clover Cocotte is back by popular demand in store and on the Le Creuset website for $200 while supplies last.
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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 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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Feb 14, 2019 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
WHAT: The Sun Whiskey Union is back and it all goes down in the new Earth Ballroom at Mohegan Sun! Guests can indulge their senses and sample an impressive selection of whiskey, scotch, bourbon and rye, as well as craft cocktails.
WHEN/WHERE: Friday, April 5th
8:00pm to 11:00pm
Earth Ballroom, located in the new Earth Expo & Convention Center
IN DETAIL: Guests can enjoy live music and fare while tasting top-of-the-line whiskey, scotch, bourbon and rye – as well as sample craft cocktails for those that prefer other types of liquor. Chat with some of the distilleries’ representatives and experts on their style whiskeys and other libations!
Tickets are $50.00 and on sale now through Ticketmaster and at the Mohegan Sun Box Office. A portion of ticket proceeds will go to support the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut. Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. Valid ID and ticket required upon entry at all events.
To learn more about Sun Whiskey Union, including information about our special Sun Whiskey Union hotel package, please visit our 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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 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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Feb 5, 2019 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Shopping, Special Events
Valentine’s Day Dining & Shopping Specials
UNCASVILLE, CT (February 5, 2019) – Valentine’s Day is Thursday, February 14th and Mohegan Sun is celebrating with delicious special menu items, sweet dessert specials, and exclusive shopping deals.
Enjoy a special meal with a loved one at some of Mohegan Sun’s premiere restaurants.
Guests who dine at Todd English’s Tuscany on Valentine’s Day will enjoy lobster Milanese, pan fried lobster cutlet, linguini olio, arugula salad topped with a lemon vinaigrette and butter poached claws for $42.00.
Celebrate with BALLO Italian Restaurant and feast on a three course meal. First course is fried baby artichoke hearts, pickled shallots, lemon and olive oil for $15.00. Next is either homemade lobster & shrimp ravioli with sherry, roasted garlic and cream for $38.00, or braised short ribs with parmigiana polenta and roasted root vegetables for $38.00. Dessert is Sicilian kiss cannoli with Amaretto, Southern Comfort and orange for $10.00.
The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House is providing two specials from February 14th-16th. First is a baked, crab stuffed cod filet topped with lemon beurre blanc served with rice pilaf and the daily vegetable for $18.00. The other option is slow roasted 12 oz. prime rib with fingerling potatoes and grilled asparagus in Hollandaise sauce for $26.00. The daily dessert is molten chocolate lava cake for $8.00.
From February 14th – 16th, guests can treat themselves at Michael Jordan’s Steak House with a 7oz. filet duo for two for $120.00. Options for sides include foie gras mushroom duxelle crust and Boursin cheese polenta, or lobster Bérnaise with wilted winter greens. Chocolate covered strawberries are available for $3.00 each.
SolToro is offering a 6 oz. filet with red wine demi, mezcal-marinated shrimp and herb-roasted potatoes for $32.00. For dessert, chocoflan for $8.00. SolToro’s dining specials are valid February 14th-16th.
Dinner for two at Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain is $150.00 and includes two heartland chopped salads, two 5 oz. spice rubbed filet mignons with lobster, roasted lemon butter and smashed potatoes. Enjoy with two glasses of Wycliff Brut champagne, and chocolate cream pie or sorbet for dessert.
Guests can cater to their sweet tooth with some decadent dessert specials.
Ben & Jerry’s has released a new flavor called “Sweet Like Sugar”. The new flavor includes almond and cherry ice creams with shortbread cookies, cherries, and a sugar cookie dough swirl.
Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe is offering chocolate strawberries for $3.00 each. This dessert special is valid from February 14th – 16th.
At Godiva, guests can indulge in new freshly-dipped strawberry options (including customized pink stringing individual berries), freshly made heart-shaped “lollipops”, and freshly made truffle pops. Pre-order a 6 or 12-piece stem berry box by February 11th and receive a discount*.
*see associate for details
Shopping specials are a great way to spoil a loved one (or yourself!)
Coach is offering The Gift of Coach Floral – a new, feminine floral scent inspired by their signature Tea Roses.
Visit Le Creuset, the newest store in The Shops at Mohegan Sun, and receive a free set of heart ramekins with a $150 purchase.
Receive a complimentary gift with your order of $400 or more at Robert Graham while supplies last.
Come to Splendeur – A Luxury Boutique and see new arrivals from Gucci, Fendi, and Brics luggage. Receive a free infinity scarf with any purchase while supplies last.
Victoria’s Secret is featuring their Bombshell Wild Flower perfume collection, described as “fearless & untamed. A windswept bouquet with a shock of Neon Rose”. The collection’s prices range from $18.00 – $68.00.
Galina’s is showcasing a special Pandora jewelry gift set for $115.00.
End Valentine’s Day right with a romantic Reality Check event featuring musicians/wife and husband duo Ashlee Simpson & Evan Ross. The live discussion & signing event will occur in The Shops at Mohegan Sun on Thursday, February 14th at 7:00pm.
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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 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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Jan 30, 2019 | Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
2019: The Year of the Pig
UNCASVILLE, CT (January 30, 2019) – Mohegan Sun is getting ready to celebrate the Year of the Pig this February. Following the tradition, Mohegan Sun is ringing in the Lunar New Year with a variety of events including A-Lin inside Mohegan Sun Arena, a traditional Chinese cultural arts demonstration and Lion Dance, the Money God, Red Envelope giveaways, special menu items at Sunrise Square and more!
The celebrations begin with a performance in Mohegan Sun Arena by A-Lin from Taiwan. The show will take place at 1:00am on Sunday, February 3rd and tickets are VIP $188.00, $148.00, $118.00, $98.00 and $68.00 and are on sale now.
Beginning Tuesday, February 5th, Red Envelopes will be distributed to Momentum members with valid ID for Asian bus line runs. The giveaway starts the first day of the Lunar New Year and lasts through Monday, February 11th. During this period, guests who ride the Asian buses can receive a Red Envelope with cash varying from $5.00 to $100.00 inside. The Money God will also visit The Shops concourse from Noon to 2:00pm on Sunday, February 10th for another Red Envelope giveaway and photo opportunity. Miss NY Chinese Pageant 2018 winners will be present to greet guests. There will also be Chinese arts and crafts demonstrations such as calligraphy and paper-cutting.
Also on Sunday, February 10th, don’t miss the traditional Lion Dance that will tour through the Mohegan Sun property. The Lion Dance has long symbolized the exorcising of evil spirits and summoning luck and fortune. The performance will start at 2:00pm heading from Sunrise Square and making its way through Casino of the Sky and Casino of the Wind.
The Chairman of the Mohegan Tribe, Kevin Brown, Mohegan Sun’s President and General Manager, Raymond Pineault, and Vice President of Asian and Far East Marketing, Kelly Leung, will be present in addition to the Money God and Miss NY Chinese Pageant winners.
Beginning, Saturday, February 2nd, Phantasia, located in Sunrise Square celebrates the New Year with a special menu until Sunday, February 18th. To view the menu, please visit mohegansun.com.
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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 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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Jan 14, 2019 | Breaking News, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Special Events
UNCASVILLE, CT (January 14, 2019) – Two of Country’s biggest stars, Martina McBride and Kimberly Schlapman of Little Big Town, team up with Food Network’s Anne Burrell to bring Southern charm to Sun Wine & Food Fest’s Sunday Brunch on January 27th from 11:00am – 2:00pm in the Uncas Ballroom. Guests will enjoy country brunch food while watching live demonstrations as Martina, Kimberly and Anne share their favorite recipes. A DJ set during brunch will be by Questlove, famous band front man and Southern cuisine connoisseur.
Tickets are $90.00 per person and on sale now via Ticketmaster at ticketmaster.com. Tickets are also available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
Questlove will also have a DJ set inside Avalon nightclub on Saturday, January 26th. Doors open at 9:00pm. For more information about Avalon’s cover charges, dress code and more, visit mohegansun.com.
ABOUT MARTINA MCBRIDE
Martina McBride is a multiple Grammy-nominated Country icon, whose incomparable vocals have kept her at the top of the charts garnering six No. 1 hits and 20 top 10 singles. Selling more than 18 million albums to date, McBride has earned 14 Gold, nine Platinum, three Double Platinum and two Triple Platinum certifications.
On October 30, 2018, Martina released her second cookbook, Martina’s Kitchen Mix: My Recipe Playlist for Real Life. The new collection includes nearly 300 pages of family recipes and new creations from her own kitchen. In 2014, McBride released her first book, Around the Table, a full-color illustrated collection of her favorite recipes, hosting tips, practical menu planning advice, and themed décor inspiration. Last year also saw the debut of McBride’s Food Network show, Martina’s Table. McBride shares recipes from her cookbooks, what life on the road is like, and hosts inspirational gatherings for friends and family. Martina’s Table can currently be seen on the Food Network every Sunday at 11:00am CST and through most streaming providers.
ABOUT KIMBERLY SCHLAPMAN
Kimberly Schlapman is a member of the GRAMMY, ACM, CMA, and AMA Award-winning group, Little Big Town, which also includes Phillip Sweet, Karen Fairchild and Jimi Westbrook. Little Big Town first entered the music scene more than 20 years ago with hits such as “Boondocks,” “Bring It On Home,” “Good As Gone,” and “Little White Church.” Little Big Town’s last studio album, The Breaker, debuted #1 on the Billboard Country Charts and Top 10 (No.4) on the Billboard 200 to critical acclaim, marking the group’s fourth Top 10 debut on the Billboard 200 chart. The band is currently in the studio working on a new album expected for release this year.
In the cooking space, Kimberly has hosted her own cooking show, Kimberly’s Simply Southern and has also released her first cookbook, OH GUSSIE! Cooking and Visiting in Kimberly’s Southern Kitchen. In the book, Kimberly shares delicious recipes and soul-stirring stories from her roots in the Appalachian foothills of north Georgia, her travels on tour with the band, and from the life she loves back home in country music’s capital. She has been seen as a chef or judge on TODAY show, Dr. Oz, The Chew, Pickler & Ben, The View, Beat Bobby Flay, and Chopped Junior.
ABOUT ANNE BURRELL
With her trademark spiky blonde hair and pumped-up personality, Anne Burrell has worked at some of the top restaurants in New York, studied the culinary landscape and traditions of Italy, and is a New York Times best-selling cookbook author. Burrell hosts Food Network’s Worst Cooks in America, a primetime show where she leads a team of hopeless home cooks from around the country through culinary boot camp. She also hosted Chef Wanted, Secrets of a Restaurant Chef, and starred in Next Iron Chef: Super Chefs.
Anne published her first cookbook, Cook Like a Rock Star, in 2011, which gives home cooks the confidence and support to be rock stars in their own kitchens. The cookbook earned a place on the New York Times Best-Seller List. Anne’s second cookbook, Own Your Kitchen: Recipes to Inspire and Empower, was released in October 2013. Burrell has been featured in Food & Wine, Food Network Magazine, People, and New York Times. She has been a guest on Good Morning America, The Talk, TODAY, and The Rachel Ray Show.
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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 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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