Apr 26, 2012 | Breaking News, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Try a featured burger each day in May
Put down your spatulas, take off that “Kiss the Cook” apron and let the pros at Mohegan Sun handle National Burger
Bobby's Burger Palace's Crunch Burger
Month in May. With over 55 unique burgers on property, Mohegan Sun has developed a featured burger every day for the entire month of May to interest even the pickiest of palates, with more than 25 to spare!
Restaurants creating these special burgers include Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe, Bobby’s Burger Palace, Johnny Rockets & Johnny Rockets Express, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Geno’s Pub, Jasper White’s Summer Shack, Todd English’s Tuscany, Birches Bar & Grill, Big Bubba’s BBQ and The Dubliner. Make plans to eat your way through Mohegan Sun in May to try one of your favorite grill creations and walk away having gained a few more! For more information, visit mohegansun.com/dining/dining-specials.
The calendar of featured burgers for May’s National Burger Month at Mohegan Sun is as follows:
May 1st – Birches Bar & Grill’s “Build a Burger”
May 2nd– Johnny Rockets/Johnny Rockets Express’ “Route 66”
May 3rd– Bobby’s Burger Palace’s “Crunch Burger”
May 4th– Bobby’s Burger Palace’s “Santa Fe Burger”
May 5th– Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville’s “Mexicali Burger”
May 6th– Todd English’s Tuscany’s “T.E. Burger”
May 7th– Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe’s “Brooklyn’s Best”
May 8th– Big Bubba’s BBQ’s “Bayou Burger”
May 9th– Geno’s Pub’s “Geno’s Pub Burger”
May 10th– Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe’s “Double Dribble”
May 11th– Bobby’s Burger Palace’s “Napa Valley Burger”
May 12th– Johnny Rockets/Johnny Rockets Express’ “#12”
May 13th– Bobby’s Burger Palace’s “L.A. Burger”
May 14th– Johnny Rockets/Johnny Rockets Express’ “Smoke House Single or Double”
May 15th– Jasper White’s Summer Shack’s “Long Burger”
May 16th– The Dubliner’s “Dublin Mini’s”
May 17th– Bobby’s Burger Palace’s “Philadelphia Burger”
May 18th– Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville’s “Turkey Burger”
May 19th– Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe’s “Dream Team”
May 20th– Bobby’s Burger Palace’s “Buffalo Style Burger”
May 21st– Bobby’s Burger Palace’s “Palace Classic Burger”
May 22nd– Johnny Rockets/Johnny Rockets Express’ “The Houston”
May 23rd– Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe’s “23”
May 24th– Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe’s “Jump Shot”
May 25th– Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe’s “Lone Star”
May 26th– Bobby’s Burger Palace’s “Bobby Blue Burger”
May 27th– Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville’s “Cheeseburger in Paradise”
May 28th– Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe’s “Hall of Famer”
May 29th– Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville’s “Hickory Cheeseburger”
May 30th– Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe’s “Fast Break”
May 31st– Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville’s “Barbeque Bacon Cheeseburger”
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Apr 16, 2012 | Food & Beverage, General News
Treat Mom to some exceptional dining, great entertainment and more for Mother’s Day
Planning a day for Mom on her special day isn’t always easy, but Mohegan Sun tries to simplify the process with various dining specials, great entertainment including the legendary Beach Boys in Mohegan Sun Arena, spa services and plenty more all for mom!
DINING & RETAIL OFFERINGS
Todd English’s Tuscany will host a very special Mother’s Day Brunch from 10:00am – 2:00pm featuring some great options at the Raw Bar with Littleneck Clams, Oysters & Shrimp, an Omelet & Eggs to order station, a Pasta Station with Short Rib Ravioli, Seafood Fettuccini Fra Diavolo and Torchio with Prosciutto, Artichoke, Peas & Alfredo and more.
Carved items will include Rack of Lamb, Prime Rib and Brown Sugar-Glazed Ham. Some hot offerings will include Classic Eggs Benedict, Stuffed French Toast with Vanilla Sauce, Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with Lobster Cream & Fried Leeks and Sage Brined Chicken, Goat Cheese Spiked Potato with Garlicky Spinach, Hunter Sauce and Breakfast Sausage. A dessert station will also be available with a great selection of gourmet Pastries & Desserts.
This special Mother’s Day Brunch is available for $38.00 per person which includes a complimentary glass of champagne or Mimosa.
For dinner, Tuscany will also have a special four course meal available. It begins with Caprese Salad assembled with Heirloom Tomatoes, Burrata Italian Cheese, Crispy Prosciutto, Pesto, Olive Oil and Sea Salt, followed by Lobster Ravioli with Old Bay Brown Butter and Parmesan Foam. Next up is the main course, a Pastrami-Rubbed Duck with Pea and Mint Risotto and Duck Jus, topped off with a serving of Grasshopper Pie and Red Velvet Ice Cream for dessert. Guests can get this all for $55.00 per person ($90.00 with wine pairings). Dinner hours at Tuscany on Mother’s Day will be from 4:00pm – 10:00pm.
Over at Birches Bar & Grill, guests can enjoy a three-course special beginning with Soup Du Jour or Garden Salad with Sweet Herb Vinaigrette or a traditional Caesar Salad. Stuffed Salmon with Crabmeat & Lobster Meat finished with a Chardonnay Dill Cream Sauce served with Asparagus Spears and Rice Pilaf. An Orange Chiffon Bombe with a Grand Marnier Cheesecake center served with an Orange-Vanilla Sauce and Edible Flower completes the meal which is available for $32.00 per person and will be served from 11:00am – 10:00pm.
*Birches Bar & Grill will also open at 8:00am on Mother’s Day for a special a la carte breakfast.
Big Bubba’s BBQ will be serving a Prime Rib dinner including a Twice Baked Potato, plus one side dish, all for $24.95 per person.
Treat your mom to some Ben & Jerry’s where they will be offering a free scoop for all the Moms on Mother’s Day.
Over at Seasons Buffet, Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Salad, Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto, Panko and Coconut Fried Butterfish, Crab Cakes and BBQ Rubbed Cedar Plank Roasted Salmon will all be on the menu. Hours on Mother’s Day will be 7:30am – 10:00pm
At Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, diners can enjoy a cup of Soup or Salad and Baked Stuffed Tilapia served with Mashed Potatoes and Veggies, capped off with a Mother’s Day Sundae, all for $25.95 per person. Also, at Margaritaville’s Smuggler’s Hold, spend $50.00 in retail merchandise and receive $10.00 off the purchase.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac General Store will also offer 20% off on all products in store (excludes all current promotions and clearance items).
HOTEL & SPA SPECIALS
Elemis Spa has the perfect spa package for mothers with the “Welcome Wellness” hotel & spa package, which combines a choice of a 50-minute Swedish massage or facial with an overnight stay at Mohegan Sun’s luxurious hotel room. Just mention code PTWEL to have Mom set up with a mini retreat to revitalize her body, soul and stomach. This package is priced at $327.00 per night, based on double occupancy.
ENTERTAINMENT
On Mother’s Day, The Beach Boys will be taking the Mohegan Sun Arena stage for their 50th Anniversary Tour. The concert is at 8:00pm on Sunday, May 13th and tickets are $75.00 and $55.00 and can be purchased through Ticketmaster or the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
For more information on all of Mohegan Sun’s Mother’s Day offerings, please visit mohegansun.com/dining/dining-specials.html
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Apr 9, 2012 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
Three day festival featuring live bands, national BBQ experts, cooking demos, rib contests and more at Mohegan Sun June 1st-3rd
UNCASVILLE, CT – Warm up with a weekend of tasty BBQ, live music and fun with Mohegan Sun’s first annual BBQ Fest 
June 1st – 3rd in the Winter Parking Lot. Host Mike Petit of NESN’s Grillseekers emcees the three day event filled with cooking demonstrations, live bands and BB “QnA” sessions with Pitmaster Troy Black. Guests can also enjoy the beats…and treats from DJ Chef Marc Weiss, shop the Sardilli Farmer’s Market, ride the mechanical bull and watch Joey “Jaws” Chestnut battle in a rib eating contest!”
Tickets are $30 per day including 8 food tickets and go on-sale Monday, April 16th at 10am through Ticketmaster.com or at Mohegan Sun’s Box Office. Kids 10 and under get in free (does not include food tickets).
Finger Lickin’ Good
What’s your guilty pleasure: ribs, pulled pork or classic BBQ chicken? Try them all at the first annual Sun BBQ Fest where the nation’s best barbeque experts and vendors will be on hand. Guests can also stroll around the Farmer’s Market and pick up some of their favorite fresh produce by Sardilli Produce & Dairy.
Or watch Competitive Eating Champion Joey “Jaws” Chestnut battle in a rib eating contest on Saturday, June 2nd at 4:00pm. Back in July of 2011, Chestnut won his fifth consecutive hot dog championship eating 62 hot dogs and buns, just under his world-record earned in 2007 for consuming 66 hot dogs and buns in 12 minutes.
Learn the Tricks
Ever wonder how the pros make it look so easy? Here is your chance to learn. Throughout the weekend, a number of events will be taking place where guests can learn the tricks of the trade right from the professionals. From various cooking demonstrations to special BB’QnA’ with Pitmaster Troy Black, there will be plenty of opportunities to learn their hidden secrets.
With a knack for invention and love of barbecue, Black has gained an impressive reputation as an award-winning, competitive barbecue chef and brand ambassador. His zeal for both barbecue and the industry has taken him on an incredible journey from the Southern Living magazine editorial staff to full-time competitive barbecue chef. In the spring of 2010, Black’s first book, The Big Book of BBQ, hit the national scene.
Guests can also enjoy an appearance by Ray Lampe, otherwise known as Dr. BBQ. To learn more about the five time author and chef, visit drbbq.com.
Be Entertained
Throughout the weekend, guests can enjoy a number of live bands right on the main stage. Performers include Robert Cray, Jay Dempsey & Highway Call, Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds, Mammoth Jack, Sugar and Shady Creek. Visit mohegansun.com/bbq for exact schedule of events.
Guests will also be entertained by DJ Chef Marc Weiss, as he not only spins the hottest beats but will mix up some gourmet dishes at the same time. To learn more about DJ Chef, visit djchef.com/home.html.
NOTE: Mohegan Sun requires persons under the age of 18 to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian from opening until the close of the event. Unescorted minors will have their parent/legal guardian contacted to pick them up immediately.
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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Mar 21, 2012 | Food & Beverage, General News
Mohegan Sun restaurants to offer gourmet dishes and desserts for Easter and Passover
Mohegan Sun will feature special menu additions throughout the property for Easter & Passover. The following offerings will be available:
Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe is geared up for Easter Sunday with an entrée of Braised Lamb Shank served with White Polenta, Roasted Heirloom Tomatoes and Rosemary Au Jus. This meal will be $24.00 per person.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House will serve Grilled Veal Loin with Roasted Honey Fingerling Potatoes and Gooseberry Gastrique. This dish will be offered at $42.00 per person.
And over at SolToro Tequila Grill, a delicious dish of Pan Roasted Jumbo Scallops will be featured. It will include Flautas Stuffed with Tamarind Mushrooms and Caramelized Shallots as well as Tomato, Chipotle and Mulato Chile Salsa and Crispy Prosciutto. This dish will be served for $29.00 per person.
* The above specials are only available on Sunday, April 8th.
Ballo Italian Restaurant & Social Club will be serving a special 4-course Easter dinner that will start with a Caesar Salad followed by a choice of Orecchiette, Shrimp & Roasted Fennel or Rigatoni, Sausage, Ragu Pecorino Fonduta. Then diners will enjoy Grilled Lamb porterhouse with Asparagus and Fregola. The meal will conclude with Mocha Cannolis for dessert. This dinner is priced at $42.00 per person.
Lucky’s Lounge and The Dubliner will have a “Good Friday Fix” on April 6th as well as Easter specials on Saturday, April 7th and Easter Sunday, April 8th. The Good Friday Fix includes a
4-course, $40.00 dinner for 2 that starts out with a choice of one appetizer to share, choice of soup or salad, choice of entrée and one dessert to share. The Good Friday Fix selections are as follows:
Appetizers: Mussels with White Wine, Garlic & Herbs served with Garlic Toast Points
Entrées: Seafood Fra Dizivolo served over a bed of Linguine with Garlic Toast Points or Cedar Plank Salmon served with Sweet Potato Mash & Brussel Sprouts
Dessert: Coconut Cream Pie or Carrot Cake
The Easter Special on Saturday, April 7th and Sunday, April 8th will feature Maple Glazed Ham served with buttery Mashed Potatoes & Honey Glazed Carrots all for $12.00. Add on dessert for only $5.00 more!
Birches Bar & Grill’s Easter special will serve up Soup Du Jour or a Birches House Salad, followed by a delectable Baked Ham with a Rum Raisin Sauce, Chef’s Vegetables and Sweet Potatoes. Dessert will serve up a Lemon Curd Tart with Raspberry Sauce and Fresh Fruit Chutney. This dish is priced at $27.00 per person.
The always popular Todd English’s Tuscany will feature a Rack of Lamb with Baby Spring Vegetables and Celery Root Purée on Easter Sunday. This dish will be offered at $47.00 per person.
And finally, Seasons Buffet is primed for Easter Sunday with wide selections of great food offerings, some of which will include Roast Rosemary and Shallot Crusted Leg of Lamb, Pineapple Glazed Smoked Pork Loin, Seared Salmon with Lemon Beurre Blanc, Spring Peas with Shrimp Risotto, Minted Spring Peas and Pearl Onions.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Feb 16, 2012 | Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Celebrate the Luck of the Irish with discounts, entertainment and even a pub crawl
Get your green on and celebrate in style at Mohegan Sun, where the St. Patty’s Day fun will be happening all day long. Beginning at 4:00pm on Saturday, March 17th, Mohegan Sun’s Shops concourse will be transformed into party central. Guests can enjoy a pub crawl, music, traditional Irish step dancers, signature St. Patty’s Day dishes, shopping discounts, dining deals, specialty drinks and more!
Mohegan Sun’s St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl will feature more than ten bars and restaurants all under one roof. Similar to Mohegan Sun’s Island Hop back in January, guests can have their “Mohegan Sun Pub Crawl ticket” stamped at a number of participating restaurants and bars including: Ballo Italian Restaurant and Social Club, Big Bubba’s BBQ, Jasper White’s Summer Shack, Lucky’s Lounge, The Dubliner, Todd English’s Tuscany, The Shops Concourse Bar, Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe and Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville.
A number of restaurants and bars at Mohegan Sun will be offering a variety of specials including:
Ballo Italian Restaurant and Social Club: A special Ballo Limonato cocktail will be available for $7.00 in celebration of the holiday.
Geno’s Fast Break, Geno’s Pub, Geno’s Bagels, Sweets & Subs and Wok-On by Geno’s Fast Break: 15% discount on food purchase when wearing green.
Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe: An appetizer special of Corned Beef and Cabbage Spring Rolls with grain mustard sauce and Potato Wedges with mustard aioli combined with a 4oz Guinness will be available for $9.95. A lunch special will also be offered and includes a Sliced Brisket Sandwich with Cabbage, Bacon & Parsley aioli and Potato Wedges for $15.00.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House: At the bar only, the restaurant will feature Corned Beef and Cabbage Spring Rolls with grain mustard sauce for $9.95.
The Dubliner: An all-day celebration is set to take place inside Mohegan Sun’s popular Irish Pub with food & drink specials, live band, giveaways and more! Collectible Guinness Gilroy posters will be given away every ten minutes. No purchase necessary. The Dubliner will open at 11:00am on March 17th.
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville: A St. Patrick’s Day party will be taking place starting at 3:17pm where guests who wear green will receive $3.17 food and drink specials. There will also be a Corned Beef entrée offered for $16.95.
The Original SoupMan: A Corned Beef Reuben with a choice of Soda will be offered at The Original SoupMan for $9.99 plus tax.
Jasper White’s Summer Shack: An Irish Boiled dinner will be featured on the menu serving up House Cured Grey Corned Beef alongside Cabbage, Turnips, Parsnips, Potatoes, Onions & Carrots with a pint of Guinness in which the customer can keep the glass! This dinner will be priced at $22.00 plus tax.
Big Bubba’s BBQ: A Corned Beef and Cabbage dinner all for $17.95 will be available. Add on a 16oz Coors Light beer to make it $20.95.
*NOTE: Above offerings only apply to Saturday, March 17th.
Over in Mohegan Sun’s Cabaret Theatre one of the foremost comedians of our generation, Richard Lewis of Curb Your Enthusiasm takes the stage for two shows. Opening for the comedy great will be national headliner Michael Petit. Tickets are available now through Ticketmaster.
Performances are at 8:00pm and 10:15pm. For more information, visit www.mohegansun.com/entertainment/cabaret.html
The fun continues with holiday discounts at some of Mohegan Sun’s popular retail outlets, including:
Brighton Collectibles: Green Charms will be available for $8.50 and silver sparkle charms for $19.00.
Galina’s: Galina’s will be awarding a free gift with any purchase of $50.00 or more.
Sunglasses USA: 15% off any one Ray-Ban product. *Cannot be combined with any other offer or special.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac General Store: All St. Patrick’s Day products will be marked down 50%, while supplies last.
Sephora: Guests can get a free St. Patty’s Day-inspired body art glitter tattoo that can be applied to the face and/or body. Guests can also get free Irish Smoky eyes featuring minute express eye service showcasing the colors of the Irish flag.
Cyber Quest: A free Slushie with any Cyber Quest Club card purchase will be offered.
*NOTE: All offers apply to Saturday, March 17th unless stated otherwise.
About Mohegan Sun:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.
Jan 27, 2012 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Shopping
A variety of dining, shopping, hotel & spa specials and entertainment highlight Valentine’s Day weekend at Mohegan Sun
Romance is in the air with Valentine’s Day approaching and Mohegan Sun is spreading the love with exclusive dining options, hotel & Elemis Spa specials, discounts at The Shops at Mohegan Sun and great entertainment.
DINING OFFERINGS
It’s Valentine’s Day for two at Todd English’s Tuscany with a 4-course meal, starting with the choice of a Caesar or Bibb Salad, followed by an Appetizer or Flatbread to share. Choose Spaghetti and Meatballs, 6-ounce Filet Mignon, Crispy Skin Salmon or Chicken Parmesan for the third course and an individual Petit Fallen Chocolate Cake for dessert. This special can be purchased for $90.00 per couple on February 11th-14th.
Birches Bar & Grill will feature a Valentine’s Day meal that includes Soup Du Jour or House Salad as an appetizer, a choice of Baked Stuffed Salmon with Crabmeat Stuffing and Sherry Lobster Cream Sauce, Sautéed Green Beans Provençal and Wild Rice Pilaf, or Twin Tornadoes of Beef with a Teriyaki Glaze, Asparagus Spears and Garlic Mashed Potatoes as an entrée, followed by the Chef’s Dessert Selection. This special can be purchased for $35.00 per person, February 11th – 13th.
Big Bubba’s BBQ will be celebrating Valentine’s Day with a dinner special from February 11th – 14th. The meal starts with a Korbel Champagne toast and includes a Garden Salad and Filet Mignon with Sautéed Shrimp, Vegetables & Potatoes as well as a Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce for dessert. This dinner can be purchased at $49.95 per person.
Lucky’s Lounge & The Dubliner will feature a $40.00 4-course dinner for two over Valentine’s Day weekend which includes a choice of Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with Fire-Roasted Red Pepper Aioli or Sausage & Gorgonzola Stuffed Portabella Mushroom Caps topped with Wilted Baby Spinach and a Balsamic Glaze for an appetizer, a choice of Oven Roasted Herbed Chicken with Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Glazed Carrots, Coffee Rubbed Skirt Steak with Horseradish Red Bliss Smashed Potatoes and Steamed Broccoli or Baked Atlantic Cod with Buttery Ritz Crumbs, Jasmine Rice and Spring Greens topped with Lemon Buerre Blanc as an entrée and either Apple Crumb Cake or Chocolate Truffle Cake to round out the meal.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House will be offering a special Valentine’s Day meal from February 10th – 14th which includes a 8-ounce Filet Mignon with a Cabernet Sauvignon Demi Glaze and a Butter Poached Lobster Tail, all resting on a beautiful Potato Nest for the price of $55.00 per person.
Over at Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe, the Valentine’s Day celebration will also last all weekend long from February 10th – 14th. The restaurant will feature a 12-ounce Grilled New York Strip with three Shrimp Fritters, Sweet Chili & Ginger Aioli and a Watercress Purée, all for $36.00 per person. A dessert featuring Raspberry Chocolate Lava Cake, Tahitian Vanilla Ice Cream and a glass of J. Roget Champagne can also be purchased for $8.00.
SolToro Tequila Grill will be offering a “Mar y Tierra” entrée which includes a Grilled Filet Mignon with an Ancho Pepper-Infused Red Wine Reduction, Roasted Spiny Lobster Tail with a Garlic Tomatillo Salsa, Caramelized Shallots, Brussel Sprouts and a Chorizo-Stuffed Piquillo Pepper. This special can be purchased for $35.00 From February 10th – 14th.
Ballo Italian Restaurant will also be “dishing” out the love with a 4-course Surf & Turf dinner. Guests will start out with Ballo Caprese with Burrata, Roasted Tomato and Pesto then serving Crispy Artichokes with Arugula and Lemon. The main course will feature a Filet Mignon & Maine Lobster Tail and Homemade Chocolate Buddino will be offered for dessert. This special can be purchased for $68.00 per person from February 10th – 15th.
For all of the singles looking for the sexiest party, Ballo Social Club will be featuring “The Lonely Hearts Valentine’s Affair” on February 11th from 10pm – 2am. Ladies who wear a red dress will receive a complimentary cocktail & DJ Getdown will be spinning the hottest tracks. As always, there is no cover and guests are asked to dress to impress. For VIP/bottle service reservations, please visit balloitalian.com or call 860.862.1100.
For more complete information on Mohegan Sun’s restaurants, visit mohegansun.com and click on the “dining” link or call 1.888.226.7711.
THE SHOPS AT MOHEGAN SUN
Ben & Jerry’s will have the sweetest deal to conquer any sweet tooth. Guests who purchase any heart-shaped Valentine’s Day Ice Cream Cake will receive $3.00 off.
Galina’s European Boutique is also celebrating the holiday by offering a free gift with any store purchase of $50.00 or more on February 14th.
HOTEL & SPA SPECIALS
For guests who are looking for something a bit more intimate, Mohegan Sun continues to offer the special “Get Lucky” hotel package. Perfect for lovers on Valentine’s Day, this package features plush king size room accommodations for a one night stay, an intimacy kit including oils, massaging relaxation tools and more. In addition, guests get a cozy meal for two at Lucky’s Lounge which includes a gourmet pizza and two domestic beers of their choice and a $10.00 free bet voucher, per person. The rate for this special starts at $229.00. Couples looking to book should mention code PTGLK.
For questions regarding Mohegan Sun’s hotel packages, please call 1.888.777.7922.
Elemis Spa will feature a special 50–minute Couples Massage for a discounted rate of $280 from now until February 28th and The Ceremony of the Strawberry Moon package which includes a couples massage lesson, a Jasmine Bath for two, and a bottle of champagne with chocolate-covered strawberries served during bath time for the price of $480.00. For details on these specials and more, please call 1.866.877.MOHEGAN.
ENTERTAINMENT
Valentine’s Day Weekend is packing a one-two punch on Friday, February 10th when Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing returns to Mohegan Sun Arena with a hard hitting double-header of ESPN’s Friday Night Fights. On the softer side of entertainment, the arena will present Concierto Del Amor featuring Olga Tanon, Hector Acosta “El Torito” and Charlie Zaa on Saturday, February 11th.
On Saturday, February 11th, couples can laugh the night away at Mohegan Sun’s Cabaret Theatre for Treehouse Comedy Productions. At 8:00pm, stand-up comic Angel Salazar will take the stage featuring Warren Holstein and special guests John Iavarone and Darren Discenzo. At 10:15pm, guests can enjoy the comedy styling of Colin Kane featuring Stephanie Peters with special guest Cipha Sounds.
Couples who are looking for great music at no cost can head over to the Wolf Den for free performances including the romantic Pop duo, He Is We at 8:00pm on Friday, February 10th. Also, guests will “have the time of their lives” with blue-eyed Soul singer Bill Medley at 8:00pm on Saturday, February 11th and rock the hits with the Journey tribute band, The Great Escape at 7:00pm on Sunday, February 12th. Finally onValentine’s Day, Dr. K’s Motown Revue will take the stage at 7:00pm. Must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
On Friday, February 10th, the ladies will swoon when Mohegan Sun’s Signings & Sightings presents the music of Mark Ballas of Dancing With The Stars for a free live acoustic performance and signing at 7:00pm in The Shops at Mohegan Sun.
Also on Saturday, February 11th, the patio at Todd English’s Tuscany transforms into the hottest night club when musical cupid, DJ Valentina spins all the dance favorites to get guests pumped up during the Valentine’s Day celebration.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.
