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.
Sep 29, 2011 | Food & Beverage, General News
Various specials taking place at many restaurants & retailers property-wide
WHAT: In celebration of Mohegan Sun’s 15th Anniversary this October, there will be property wide specials,discounts and deals at many of our fine restaurants and retail outlets in honor of the historic milestone.
IN DETAIL: Below is a complete list of the dining and retail offerings available as part of Mohegan Sun’s 15th anniversary celebration.
DINING SPECIALS
- Birches Bar & Grill will feature combo lunch specials including the classic Turkey BLT, Home-style Meatloaf, Chicken Parmesan, Burger Platter, General Tso’s Chicken, Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap, Woodstone Pizza and Plain Jane Mac & Cheese. All specials include chef’s desert and fountain beverage or coffee or tea and are priced $15.00 per person, valid from October 1st through October 23rd from 11:00am – 4:00pm.
- Ballo Italian Restaurant and Social Club will be serving up a lunch special where guests can choose from a selection of sandwiches paired with an 8 oz. glass of wine from one of Ballo’s excellent wine choices. This lunch special is priced at $15.00 per person and is valid from 11:30am – 4:00pm starting on October 5th and continuing through October 31st.
- Chief’s Deli will serve soup and sandwich combo meals that include a soft drink, coffee or tea all for $15.00. This lunch special is valid throughout the month of October from 11:00am -11:00pm.
- The Dubliner will offer a 3-course lunch special from 11:30am – 4:00pm and it will include a choice of soup or salad, an entrée, dessert and beverage all for $15.00. This special lasts throughout October.
- Geno’s Bagels, Sweets & Subs as well as Geno’s Fast Break, Geno’s Pub and Wok-On by Geno’s Fast Break will offer 15% off every Thursday during the month of October. Not valid on Arena show nights or holidays.
- Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana will feature a medium cheese pizza and two fountain sodas for $15.00 and is valid throughout October. *Toppings available at an additional cost.
- Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville will serve a Parrot Head Po’Boy fried shrimp sandwich platter with Prickly Pear Lemonade all for $15.95 per person. Offer valid throughout October.
- Johnny Rockets’ delicious Rocket single will be offered with fries, a soft drink and apple pie or ice cream all for $15.00 per person and valid throughout October.
- Lucky’s Lounge will feature a 3-course lunch special that includes a soup or salad, an entrée, dessert and soda, coffee, tea or water all for $15.00 per person. This offer is valid from 11:30am – 4:00pm, seven days a week throughout October.
- Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe and Michael Jordan’s Steak House will both showcase its variety of tasty apps with a Sampler Platter for $15.00 per person. Offer valid throughout October.
- SolToro Tequila Grill will also feature a Sampler Platter of appetizers for $15.00 per person and valid throughout October.
- The Original Soup Man will also have a special that comes with a cup of soup (excluding bisque), half sandwich, bag of chips or a cookie and a beverage all for $15.00 per person and valid throughout October.
- Sunrise Square will have delicious combo meals like Beef Brisket, Roast Chicken, BBQ Pork, Beef with Vegetables, General Tso’s Chicken plus many more. All combos include white rice and a beverage (excluding fresh and mango juices, bottled green tea and energy drinks), running all through October and priced at $15.00 per person.
- Ben & Jerry’s will have 15% off all smoothies throughout October.
- Krispy Kreme Doughnuts will offer a free dozen original glazed doughnuts with a purchase of an assorted dozen doughnuts all throughout October.
Tax and gratuity not included. Higher price prevails and cannot be combined with any other offer.
RETAIL SPECIALS
- Bare Escentuals will be giving guests 15% off any purchase of $60.00 or more every Wednesday and Thursday during the month of October.
- Elemis Spa will offer guests 15% off any service of $100.00 or more from Monday through Thursday during October.
- Galina’s European Boutique will be featuring a buy one Alex and Ani bracelet at regular price, get a second for $15.00. This special is valid from October 7th – October 31st while supplies last.
- Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Smuggler’s Hold will have $15.00 gift bag specials available at their store. Valid throughout all of October.
- Lalo Treasures will offer 15% off regular-priced Lalo Brand jewelry and accesories. This discount will be valid on October 15th only.
- Kids Quest will offer a 15% discount on child care service. Valid from 9:00am – Noon, Tuesday through Thursday in October.
- The Old Farmer’s Almanac General Store and Oriental Fine Arts will both feature 15% off an entire regular priced purchase throughout October.
- Sephora will feature an express service where guests can transform their look in 15 minutes with makeup applied by expert artists. This service will be offered throughout October.
- Sunglasses USA will have a 15% discount on all merchandise. Excludes sale items or special orders and is valid throughout October.
- Tommy Bahama will celebrate Mohegan Sun’s 15th anniversary by giving guests a free gift with any purchase of $15.00 or more while supplies last. Valid from October 21st through October 28th.
- Yankee Candle will offer $15.00 off any purchase of $45.00 or more throughout the month of October.
- Jasper White’s Summer Shack will have 15% off all t-shirts, sweatshirts and cookbooks throughout October.
Be sure to check out mohegansun.com/15th for all the latest updates on events, celebrity appearances, special offers and other anniversary celebrations.
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 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.
Sep 22, 2011 | Breaking News, Employment, Food & Beverage, General News
Joins Celebrity Restaurateurs Bobby Flay, Michael Jordan and Todd 
English
(Uncasville, CT) — John J. Tunney III, known for his high-profile, always-packed creations in New York, Connecticut, Las Vegas and Atlantic City, will open a 16,000 square foot restaurant at Mohegan Sun on September 22, 2011. BALLO Italian Restaurant and Social Club is Tunney’s 12th restaurant and his latest after receiving three consecutive New York Times “excellent” reviews for his current properties.
Tunney’s Besito Mexican Kitchen and Agave Lounge, with three locations in New York and Connecticut, was recently listed as the #1 Mexican restaurant in the tri-state area by OpenTable. OpenTable also categorizes Besito West Hartford as the #1 most reserved restaurant in the state of Connecticut. Tunney’s commitment is to not only bring exceptional food and design to a property but to embrace the culture of the cuisine, making the experience a comprehensive one.
BALLO Italian Restaurant and Social Club continues to cultivate that culture of cuisine. BALLO at Mohegan Sun was inspired by San Galgano – a Gothic abbey built in the 12th century and located in the hills of Tuscany. The sheer magnitude of the project fits perfectly with the evolving grandeur and elegance of Mohegan Sun and its connection to nature. “San Galgano represents all that is spectacular about Italy – the history, the passion, the fortitude of the country. What better place to experience the food of Italy than in a place that replicates their mastery,” says Tunney.
Guests can enjoy freshly prepared Italian fare from the open pantry, lounge in a cathedral-like room replete with Italian fixtures, fabrics and dramatic lighting and enjoy a massive by-the-glass wine list or specialty BALLO cocktails. Move further into BALLO and visitors to Mohegan Sun can socialize at one of the largest carrera marble bars ever built or continue into the main dining room where food is the real celebration.
Tunney is committed to locally grown produce and innovative Italian staples you can eat from noon to midnight, “I’ve always loved the idea of a pantry. A place where you are watching the freshest ingredients being prepared with the least amount of touch by the best pair of hands — and delivered in an open area as if you’re in someone’s kitchen.” The culinary team of Executive Chef Matthew Adler and Chef de Cuisine Shaun Golan will execute the inspiring menu at BALLO.
After eating like a high roller, let the Bacchanal begin. At 11 p.m., a rehearsed set of servers at BALLO will carry out a portion of the dining room furniture and guests will literally be able to “dance on tables” — Italian night life style.
BALLO will be located in Mohegan Sun’s Casino of the Earth. “We’re very excited about this new venture,” said Mitchell Etess, CEO of the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority. “BALLO is a unique concept that will further enhance the experience we offer our guests. We’re thrilled to welcome John Tunney to our group of outstanding restaurateurs.”
