Aug 12, 2015 | Food & Beverage, Special Events, Sun WineFest 2016
Tickets for the 13th annual Sun WineFest go on sale Monday, August 29th
Uncasville, CT (August 12, 2015) –The 13th annual Sun WineFest kicks off on Friday, January 29th, 2016. Get the weekend rolling with Bourbon Tasting and stick around for all the usual favorites including Elite Cru, Celebrity Chef Dine Around, Grand Tasting and more! Tickets for all Sun WineFest events go on sale Friday, August 29th through Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
The Grand Tasting
Sample over 1,000 varieties of wine and beer during Sun WineFest’s main event, the Sun WineFest Grand Tasting, on Saturday, January 30th and Sunday, January 31st. Sip and sample some of the best in wine and beer inside the Convention Center and Uncas Ballroom. Foodies can sample signature dishes from the region’s most highly rated restaurants. The Main Culinary Stage is the backdrop for two days of celebrity chef demonstrations along with fun-filled contests.
Tickets to the Saturday Sun WineFest Grand Tasting are $95.00; tickets for the Sunday tasting are $70.00. The event runs from Noon to 5:00pm both days.
Bourbon Tasting
Get your WineFest weekend started early and warm your palate during Bourbon Tasting inside the Uncas Ballroom. The tasting, which runs from 6:00pm to 9:00pm invites guests to mix and mingle while getting a taste of the finest bourbon, cigars and delectable hors d’oeuvres.
Tickets to the Bourbon Tasting are $90.00 per person.
Elite Cru Tasting
Taste “the-best-of-the-best” vintages and get one-on-ones with the winemakers during the Sun WineFest Elite Cru Tasting. On Saturday, learn the principals behind their craft and get a closer look into some of the finer wines Sun WineFest has to offer. This event runs from 3:00pm to 5:00pm inside The Cabaret Theatre.
Tickets to Elite Cru Tasting are $210.00 each. The ticket price includes the Elite Cru Tasting as well as entry into Saturday’s Sun WineFest Grand Tasting and a $50.00 iGourmet gift card.
Celebrity Chef Dine Around
On Saturday, January 30th guests are invited to the Celebrity Chef Dine Around to watch the masters at work. Celebrity chefs will be on-hand serving up their best recipes at several live cooking stations. Enjoy the pairing of fine wine or premium beer to match each signature dish.
The Celebrity Chef Dine Around will take place inside the Uncas Ballroom from 8:00pm to 11:00pm. Tickets are $199.00 each.
Sun WineFest Ticket Packages
Gain entry into the Friday night Bourbon Tasting presented by XXX and the Saturday Sun WineFest Grand Tasting with the Grain & Grapes Ticket Package. The package is $145.00 and includes entry into both events.
New this year, the Sun WineFest Weekend Ticket Package! This $150.00 package includes Saturday Grand Tasting ticket and Sunday Grand Tasting ticket.
For more information about all Sun WineFest 2015 events, featured personalities, packages, hours and area hotel information, visit sunwinefest.com or on Facebook and Twitter.
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 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 view us on YouTube.
Aug 11, 2015 | Food & Beverage
WHAT:
Famed Carlo’s Bakery, as seen on TLC’s Cake Boss, hosts its Mohegan Sun grand opening in the Winter section of Casino of the Earth on Saturday, September 12th.
WHEN/WHERE:
Saturday, September 12th
Winter section of Casino of the Earth
HOURS:
Sunday – Thursday
7:00am – 12:00am
Friday & Saturday
7:00am – 1:00am
IN DETAIL:
Carlo’s Bakery, the setting of the hit TLC series Cake Boss, will open its doors in the Winter section of Casino of the Earth on Saturday, September 12th. Carlo’s Bakery at Mohegan Sun is the brand’s eleventh location and first ever New England venue. The bakery will offer all the same famous Italian pastries and specialty cakes that originated in Hoboken.
“Mohegan Sun is such a cool, all-encompassing destination in Connecticut,” said Buddy Valastro, owner of Carlo’s Bakery. “Opening a bakery there just seems like a perfect fit for us as we continue to grow our family business and join communities where our fans and their families can make a day out of their visit if they wanted to.”
Carlo’s Bakery at Mohegan Sun, as it will be formally known, will also introduce The Sweet Room. Unique to the Mohegan Sun location, the Sweet Room is a dessert-only dining concept slated to feature a small menu of decadent Italian-inspired innovations. The Sweet Room will be open from 5:00pm to 1:00am every day.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 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 view us on YouTube.
ABOUT CARLO’S BAKERY:
Opened in 1910, Carlo’s Bakery is renowned for its delicious creations, hardworking staff, and family atmosphere. Carlo’s has spearheaded the custom cake craze and has garnered attention from a variety of media outlets including Brides, Rachael Ray Show, Huffington Post and Good Morning America. Most recently, Carlo’s has been showcased as the setting for TLC’s hit shows Cake Boss and Next Great Baker.
Jul 16, 2015 | Food & Beverage, General News
WHAT: 
Pasta Vita premieres their first joint venture location with Mohegan Sun on Monday, August 17th.
WHEN/WHERE:
Monday, August 17th
11:00am – 10:00pm
Casino of the Sky, lobby of the Riverview Garage
IN DETAIL:
Connecticut’s leading gourmet-to-go retail business, Pasta Vita, holds their grand opening inside Mohegan Sun on Monday, August 17th. Guests can enjoy a specialty meal from the comfort of their home with this unique one-stop-shop. The first 500 guests will receive a complimentary Pasta Vita insulated tote bag.
Pasta Vita features over 100 freshly prepared entrees, vegetable dishes, salads, sauces, soups, breads and desserts, as well as over 25 varieties of the company’s famous specialty-striped ravioli.
The grand opening marks the formation of a new joint venture between the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut and Pasta Vita with more locations to come in the future. This is the sixth new venture undertaken by the Tribe’s non-gaming subsidiary, Mohegan Holding Company, LLC. The original flagship Pasta Vita in Old Saybrook will remain wholly owned and operated by Rich Cersosimo and Lou Castanho.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 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 view us on YouTube.
ABOUT THE MOHEGAN TRIBE:
The Mohegan Tribe was founded on the banks of southeastern Connecticut’s Thames River by Chief Uncas in the early 17th century. After its federal recognition in 1994, the Tribe established its own sovereign government within the state of Connecticut, and opened the world class casino resort Mohegan Sun on its reservation land in 1996. It has created The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority (MTGA) to oversee its gaming properties which now include Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre, PA and Atlantic City Resorts in Atlantic City, NJ. The nine-member Tribal Council serves as the leadership for the sovereign nation, and also serves as the Board of Directors for MTGA. The Mohegan Holding Company, LLC was created by the Tribe for business diversification in non-gaming areas, and now includes interests in franchise restaurants, sustainable energy resources and manufacturing, and office digital solutions.
May 21, 2015 | Food & Beverage
Give Dad an unforgettable day with dining and shopping specials on June 21st
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 21, 2015) – Thank Dad for all he’s done for you with a Father’s Day he’ll cherish. Mohegan Sun is dishing out all the best dining and shopping specials for Fathers and families to enjoy.
Todd English’s Tuscany will be hosting a Father’s Day 4 course tasting menu. The specialty dinner will feature a deluxe menu including a wedge salad, ricotta gnocchi, and grilled swordfish in a celeriac puree with watercress salad, radish, shaved fennel, topped with a citrus vinaigrette. Finish off the meal with a small chocolate cake with vanilla gelato for dessert. The dinner is $60.00 per person or $90.00 per person with a wine pairing.
Surf & Turf is on the menu for a spectacular Father’s Day at BALLO Italian Restaurant. Families are invited to bring in their Dads to enjoy shrimp and crispy pecorino potatoes accompanied by a 24 oz. bone-in rib eye for only $57.00.
On Father’s Day Hash House A Go Go will feature “Dad-approved” selections including Papi Chulo hash, Felix’s “Front of the TV Meal” and a peanut butter and banana flapjack!
Geno’s Fast Break will take 20% off any meal and beverage for Dad and Geno’s Pub will feature a burger and draft beer special for just $16.99. On Father’s Day, Geno’s Bagels, Sweets & Subs will dish out Dad’s choice of pancakes or eggs with home fries or toast and bacon or sausage for only $8.99. Wok On by Geno’s Fast Break will take 50% off one combo for Dad’s on June 21st.
No Father’s Day would be complete without a sweet treat. Stop by Ben & Jerry’s for an ice cream cake for Dad. Cake prices start at $18.99 and require 48 hour notice.
Follow up the Father’s Day meal with a little shopping at The Shops at Mohegan Sun. Bluwire has The Revo on special for just $116.99, a perfect gift for the Dad who loves technology. Robert Graham is also treating all Dads to $50.00 off a purchase of $300.00 or more.
Round our your Father’s Day festivities with a trip to Clay Pipe from June 19th to June 21st for 20% off five of the best cigars including the Cohiba Comador Toro Grande, the Davidoff Spec “R” Turbo and more!
About Mohegan Sun:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 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 view us on YouTube.
Apr 9, 2015 | Food & Beverage
Treat your Mother to exclusive dining and shopping specials on May 10th
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 9, 2015) – Treat Mom to something special this Mother’s Day. On Sunday, May 10th, Mohegan Sun will offer several dining and shopping specials, perfect for any Mom.
Todd English’s Tuscany will be hosting a Mother’s Day 4 course tasting menu. The specialty dinner will feature a deluxe menu including a wedge salad, lemon risotto, fennel dusted scallops with asparagus and crispy mushrooms and a grilled petite filet with silk potatoes and broccolini in a veal glace. Finish off the meal with a strawberry ricotta cheesecake for dessert. The dinner is $60.00 per person or $90.00 per person with a wine pairing.
BALLO Italian Restaurant will offer two special dinners in addition to their full menu for Mother’s Day. Enjoy twin 6 oz. lobster tails, corn, sopressata, cherry tomatoes and spinach for $48.00 or a braised lamb shank with spring pea risotto for $42.00.
On Mother’s Day Hash House A Go Go will feature “Mom-approved” selections including Margie’s famous crab cake benedict, Stella’s favorite strawberry frosted flake pancake and Sally’s Wild Child sausage waffle.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House will be opening at 1:00pm on Mother’s Day and will also give Moms something special to take away all day long.
If Mom is in the mood for something sweet, treat her to a special Mother’s Day ice cream cake from Ben & Jerry’s. Prices start at $18.99 and all cakes require a 48 hour notice.
After dinner, bring Mom to The Shops at Mohegan Sun to take advantage of all the shopping specials. Landau will be offering select pieces of jewelry for just $19.95. Bare Minerals will pamper your Mom with a complimentary in-store make-up application or skincare consultation as well as $10.00 off a purchase of $60.00 or more and deluxe sample bags. Stop by Galina’s for a $10.00 discount with any John Mederios Jewelry Collection purchase of $75.00 or more. Don’t forget Trailblazer; treat your Mom to a new watch, wallet or handbag just in time for spring. Round out this perfect Mother’s Day at Robert Graham where you receive a complimentary gift with your purchase of $250.00 or more.
About Mohegan Sun:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 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 view us on YouTube.
Feb 17, 2015 | Food & Beverage
Luck out with dining and shopping specials during St. Patrick’s Day
UNCASVILLE, CT (February 17, 2015) – Shamrocks, gold and all things green take over Mohegan Sun for St. Patrick’s Day! The luck of the Irish brings irresistible dining and shopping discounts to Mohegan Sun and a week full of festivities at The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House.
Beginning March 1st at The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, enter to win a trip to Ireland! Stop by for more information on how you can win. Saturday, March 14th kicks off celebrations with St. Practice Day, a warm-up for St. Patrick’s Day! Get in the spirit with Irish entertainment on March 15th before their unforgettable St. Patrick’s Day party on March 17th! Celebrate all day long with food and drink specials, giveaways, music and more. The first 100 people through the door receive a commemorative Lansdowne Pub St. Patrick’s Day 2015 engraved Guinness glass!
Dining Specials
On March 17th dine in true Irish fashion with featured St. Patrick’s meal options at Seasons Buffet. Enjoy a house-brined kobe corned beef with salt-cured potatoes, Guinness glazed carrots and cabbage béchamel for $34.00 at Todd English’s Tuscany. Geno’s Fast Break and Geno’s Pub are both offering a traditional Irish corned beef and cabbage dinner while Geno’s Bagels, Sweets and Subs is taking 10% off corned beef paninis and pastrami phillys. Hash House A Go Go is featuring St. Patrick’s themed menu options including corned beef hash and green, mint chocolate chip pancakes!
Shopping Specials
On March 17th receive 50% off all St. Patrick’s Day gifts at The Old Farmer’s Almanac General Store. Purchase an Ambrosia bracelet from Landau for just $19.95. Take 10% off your purchase of $50.00 or more at Galina’s; wear green and be entered into a raffle for an Alex & Ani Lucky Clover bangle!
About Mohegan Sun:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 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 view us on YouTube.
