Jan 28, 2011 | Food & Beverage
A variety of dining, shopping, hotel, spa and entertainment for couples highlight Valentine’s Day 2011
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Come celebrate at Mohegan Sun where guests can enjoy dining specials, hotel and spa packages, great entertainment and more.
DINING OFFERINGS
Todd English’s Tuscany will be offering a Chef’s Tasting Menu starting with Oysters Rockefeller with Truffle Cream followed by Rabbit Ravioli with Brown Beet Butter. A Kurabuta Pork Chop with Smoky Sweet Potato and Candied Bacon is next on the list, followed by Chocolate Cherry Ice Cream Bombe for dessert. This Tasting Menu will be available on Valentine’s Day for $55.00 per person or $90.00 with wine pairings.
At Birches Bar & Grill, a special Valentine’s Day 3-course meal will be offered both Sunday and Monday beginning at noon. Start the meal off with either Soup du Jour or the Birches House Salad, followed by Surf & Turf featuring an 8 oz. Sirloin Steak with two Seafood Stuffed Shrimp, Chef’s Vegetable and Rice Pilaf. And no meal is complete without dessert. Guests will enjoy “Love Thy Chocolate” a Molten Chocolate Heart Cake with Wild Strawberry Mousse on a Strawberry Coulis painted plate. The price is $29.95.
Big Bubba’s BBQ is offering a special meal to celebrate the holiday. Diners start with a complimentary glass of Korbel Champagne, followed by a Garden Salad and Filet Mignon with Stuffed Shrimp and Champagne Cream Sauce. Complete the meal with Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce. This special Valentine’s Day offering is available for $49.95 per person. And at Geno’s Pub, get $3.00 glasses of champagne with the purchase of two entrées.
Over at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, guests can enjoy Margaritaville’s Dinner in Paradise for two. It includes choice of Soup or Salad and a selection of either Surf & Turf or Chicken Piccata. Couples will cap off the dinner with Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding to share. A glass of Wine or a House Margarita for each will also be offered. The Margaritaville Dinner in Paradise for two is priced at $62.00.
Those looking to celebrate a little early can head over to Lucky’s Lounge where guests can choose to share one appetizer of Bruschetta, Scallops wrapped in Bacon or Stuffed Mushrooms followed by their choice of a House Salad, Tasso Ham Clam Chowder or the Soup of the Day. For the main entrée, guests can choose from sultry Braised Short Ribs, Penne A La Vodka, New England Baked Scrod or Chicken Piccata. All entrées will be served with Garlic Smashed Potatoes & Honey Glazed Baby Carrots. Couples will each get a glass of Champagne and a special dessert will be offered as well, all for $40.00 per couple.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House also has a special 3-course meal planned for those looking to celebrate. Begin with a Prosciutto Caprese consisting of Fresh Mozzarella with Heirloom Tomatoes, Roasted Red Pepper & Crumble Blue Cheese tossed in Chianti Vinaigrette, followed by a 32 oz. Tomahawk Steak for two that offers Long Bone Prime Aged Rib Eye Steak dressed up with Worcestershire Reduction and Elephant Roasted Garlic. The dessert will be Long Stemmed Strawberries Dipped in Chocolate Ganache. The meal includes a complementary bottle of Cataregia Gran Reserva Tempranillo wine and is served at $149.00 per couple.
And over at Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe, the Valentine’s Day celebration lasts all weekend long. They will be featuring a Surf & Turf A’ la carte entrée: 6 oz. Petite Filet Mignon with three Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, Chive Leek Cream Sauce, Asparagus, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes and a complimentary glass of J. Roget Champagne, all for $36.00 per person. A dessert featuring Raspberry Chocolate Ganache Cake can be added for $6.00.
SolToro Tequila Grill is also having the celebration go all weekend long with a Surf and Turf Valentine’s Day special. The delectable platter will feature an N.Y. Strip Loin, Cilantro and Serrano Pepper Béarnaise, Wild Mushroom Pilaf, Jumbo Shrimp, Veracruzana Sauce, Chorizo and Jalapeño Cornbread. This special can be purchased for $29.95 or for two at $57.95
Jasper White’s Summer Shack will be serving up a weekend long Valentine’s Day special that includes an Oyster, Clam & Shrimp Raw Bar Platter for two. The entrée specials feature either a Surf & Turf option for two which includes Grilled Lobster & Steak Tips or a Whole Steamed Sea Bass for two with Starch & Veggies. Dessert is Bananas Foster for two. This holiday special will run from February 12th – 14th.
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
Stop by America’s Memories to pick up an Avanti Valentine’s Day Greeting Card or Valentine’s Day gifts ranging from Betty Boop, Marilyn Monroe and Elvis Presley watches, figurines, clocks and music boxes. Guests can take advantage of 20% all purchases the week leading up to Valentine’s Day.
Galina’s European Boutique is starting the celebration early, offering special discounts beginning on February 3rd and lasting through February 14th. All Vera Bradley “All Wrapped Up” jewelry cases will be on sale for $18.00, marked down from $28.00. Additionally, any Crabtree and Evelyn Mini Traveler purchase will come with a free Crabtree and Evelyn heart soap. They will also give away a free Pandora Jewelry roll with any Pandora purchase of $125.00 or more (before tax). All promos while supplies last.
Looking for something a little different this Valentine’s Day? Over at Sunglasses USA, they are offering 20% off storewide on Valentine’s Day. Void on sale items and other promotions cannot be combined.
HOTEL & SPA SPECIALS
Guests looking for something a bit more intimate can enjoy one of Mohegan Sun’s special hotel packages. The new “Get Lucky” hotel package is sure to be a big hit for Valentine’s Day featuring plush 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 $192.00. Couples looking to book should mention code PTGLK.
This Valentine’s Day, couples can also take advantage of a romantic getaway with Mohegan Sun’s “In Love” package which includes VIP check-in and a dozen Chocolate Covered Strawberries delivered to your room while being greeted with rose petals. In addition, the package includes two martinis at Leffingwells Martini Bar and a couple’s massage. This special night can also be capped off with one free in-room movie as well. This package is based on double occupancy and starts out at $520.00 total.
Elemis Spa will also be running an “In Love” spa treatment that includes a 50-minute couple’s massage, a couples lite lunch and a Visible Brilliance Facial for her & Urban Skin Cleanse Facial for him. The total for this package is $625.00 and the duration is two hours and thirty minutes. For questions regarding Mohegan Sun’s hotel packages, please call 1.888.777.7922.
ENTERTAINMENT
Valentine’s Day Weekend marks the first-ever performance by multi-platinum selling band Linkin Park in Mohegan Sun Arena. The show is set to kick off at 7:00pm on Friday, February 11th and tickets are $72.50 & $52.50.
On Saturday, February 12th, stand-up comic Stephanie Peters rolls into Mohegan Sun’s Cabaret Theatre. The night of comedy will feature Carie Karavas and special guest Judy Cianciotto. This special performance is presented by Treehouse Comedy Club and begins at 8:00pm.
Valentines who are looking to save some money while taking in great music can head over to the Wolf Den for some free performances including one of the greatest Soul groups of all time, The Spinners, set to take the stage at 8:00pm on Saturday, February 12th. Also, Phil Dirt & The Dozers roll into town for a couple of Valentine’s Day performances, the first starting at 12:00pm and the second beginning at 7:00pm. Must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 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.
Jun 10, 2010 | Breaking News, Food & Beverage, Shopping, Travel & Leisure
Make Dad feel like a king for a day with gourmet dishes, shopping and spa specials offered throughout the property this Father’s Day
The day to show Dad appreciation is near and what better way to say “thank you’’ than with a gourmet meal or a gift he will remember at Mohegan Sun? A variety of specials will be featured throughout the property on June 20th including:
Todd English’s Tuscany will celebrate Father’s Day with their delicious chef’s tasting. Diners will begin with a Caprese Salad tossed with Heirloom Tomatoes, Fresh Basil and Burrata Cheese. The second course will consist of Veal Ravioli with Thyme Mushroom Cream. Next, Petit Filet with Seared Foie Gras and Horseradish Silk Potatoes. Topping off the meal will be a Strawberry Rhubarb Napoleon dish with Cardamom Cream for dessert. The special is offered at $50.00 per person from 4:00pm to 10:00pm and will be offered at $85.00 per person with wine pairings.
Birches Bar & Grill will prepare a three-course meal beginning with a choice of Soup or House Salad and then a Roast Prime Rib of Beef served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus Spears and Horseradish Cream. For dessert, a seven layered Caramel Mousse Bomb with Chocolate covered pretzel pieces will be prepared. The meal will be offered at $24.95 per person from noon until midnight.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House will serve dinner from 5:00pm to 11:00pm and guests can feast on a King Cut 20-ounce Prime Rib Steak served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Rosemary Demi Glace and a Sundried Tomatoes and Mushroom Skewer for $35.00 per person. Looking to surprise Dad? Diners can order steaks, steak sauces and many other items inside the Michael Jordan Restaurant store at Mohegan Sun or online at michaeljordansteaks.com. Shipping is free and packages start at $109.95.
Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe will prepare a delicious 20-ounce Prime Rib served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Rosemary Demi Glace for $32.00 per person.
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville will have Dad in paradise with a special meal consisting of an 8-ounce Rib Eye Steak topped with Blue Cheese and Tequila Lime Shrimp with Vegetables for $24.95. Additionally, every Dad will receive two complimentary scoops of Vanilla Ice Cream topped with Oreo Cookie Crumbles, Whipped Cream and a Cherry for dessert.
Big Bubba’s BBQ will honor Father’s Day with a Prime Rib dinner which will include a Twice-Baked Potato and an additional side for $22.95.
In addition to the delicious menu items that will be located throughout the property, Mohegan Sun also has a variety of unique gifts that Dad will enjoy.
Spoil Pop at Elemis Spa with a Men’s Escape Package that includes a 50-mintue Deep- Tissue Massage, 50-minute Skin IQ Facial, 50-minute sport pedicure and a 30-minute sport manicure for $364.00.
From May 22nd until Father’s Day, Tommy Bahama’s ‘’On the Flip Side Event’’ will give shoppers a $50.00 reward for every $250.00 they spend to use towards a future purchase.
Guests who visit Margaritaville’s Smuggler’s Hold can enter Dad into a special drawing that will award one lucky father a Golf Bag.
Brookstone will give shoppers a chance to buy Dad the coolest new gadgets with a variety of discounts including $25.00 off of Wireless Outdoor Speakers, $10.00 off of Handheld Massagers, $100.00 savings on iSqueez Foot Massagers, a buy one Biosense Pillow and Better Than Down Pillows or Comforters and get 50% off of the second and when you buy two Panasonic Batteries, you get one free.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 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.
Apr 21, 2009 | General News
Mothers are invited to kick back, relax, dine and take advantage of exclusive deals this Mother’s Day at Mohegan Sun
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 21, 2009) – May 10th is just around the corner and Mohegan Sun is covering all the bases this Mother’s Day with excellent dining options, Elemis Spa specials, and great discounts at your Mom’s favorite Mohegan Sun shops.
DINING OFFERINGS
Todd English’s Tuscany will be offering a four-course tasting starting with Corn and Crab Soup followed by Lobster-Crusted Swordfish, then a tender Rack of Lamb and topped off with a flavorful Fallen Chocolate Cake for dessert. This meal is served at $60.00 per person.
At The Longhouse, Mohegan Sun celebrates Mother’s Day with the Filet Thermidor which features Petite Filet Mignon and Butter-Poached Lobster Tail served with an English Pea, Golden Beet and Fava Bean Sauté and a Crispy Chive Potato Cake. This special is offered at $50.00 per person.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House offers a special Mother’s Day brunch menu from 12:00pm to 4:00pm which will consist of wonderful selections like Lobster Caviar Omelet made with Maine lobster, Caviar and Crème Fraiche for $12.00, Poached Eggs Creole, Sautéed Spinach, Brioche, Serrano Ham, and spicy Remoulade for $10.00, and Baked Blueberry French Toast with Whipped Cream and Vermont Maple Syrup for $8.00. A savory Roast Prime Rib au Jus for $20.00 per person is available all day and evening. This special brunch will have a variety of sides as well for an additional $3.00 to $5.00.
Birches Bar & Grill offers a Soup du Jour followed by Birches House Salad. The Mother’s Day entrée is delectable Seared Filet Medallions Homard with Twin Filets topped with a Shrimp and Lobster Sauté, served with Asparagus Spears and Chive Mashed Potatoes for $35.00 per person
Fidelia’s is going for the best of both worlds this Mother’s Day serving a Surf & Turf entrée of 10 oz Prime Rib and a (3) Shrimp Skewer served with Sautéd Shoestring Vegetables, Smashed Roasted Potatoes and Au Jus. This meal is offered at $28.00 per person.
Birches Bar & Grill and Fidelia’s will also be featuring a special “Mom’s Day Dessert” of White Chocolate Pound Cake topped with Lemon Chiffon and Fresh Berries.
Seasons Buffet will be serving up homemade soups & chowders including Lobster Bisque and the Soup of the Day: Sausage, Corn & Tomato. The wood-oven options will include Cheese with Tomato & Basil Pizza alongside Garlic-Infused Focaccia Bread. Enjoy Grilled Chicken with Lemon Butter and Hawaiian Pork Loin in the regency selections. Dessert will include Chocolate, Vanilla or Strawberry Ice Cream, Assorted Tarts, Apple or Fruit Cobbler, Warm-Battered Cheesecake Bites and Sticky Buns and Cannolis. The buffet serves breakfast at 7:30am and lunch begins at 11:00am. The Buffet is open until 10:00pm and costs $16.95 for adults and $9.43 for children.
Sunburst Buffet will be offering a variety of selections that include Honey Herb-Glazed Pork Loin, Prime Rib of Beef with Au Jus, Scallion & Pancetta Home Style Mashed Yukons, Roasted Chicken Adobo, Stuffed Turkey Breast with Spinach, Mushrooms & Tomato and Jalapeno-Baked Macaroni & Cheese with Smoked Ham. Dessert specials include Cobblers, Bread Pudding, Hot Caramel Apples, Cherries Jubilee and Hot Toffee Nut Crumbs. The Sunburst Buffet will be open from 11:00am – 9:00pm on Sunday, May 10th, Mother’s Day and is $19.81 for adults and $10.37 for children 6-12.
HOTEL & SPA SPECIALS
Elemis Spa will have the Mother’s Day Delight package which will include a Visible Brilliance Facial, Swedish Massage, Frangipani Hair Conditioning& Scalp Ritual and Spa lunch for $432.00. Along with this, guests will receive a special Mother’s Day gift.
Mother’s-to-be can catch some much-deserved R&R with the Pregnant Pause package starting from $189.00 per night. This package offers luxurious hotel accommodations, a 50-minute massage for the soon-to-be mom, a gift for mother and child including Elemis Spa milk bath products and a coupon to indulge in some Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream located in The Shops at Mohegan sun. Mention code PTBAB when booking.
Leave the men at home for a night with the “No Boys Allowed” package. Starting from $239.00 per person per night, guests will enjoy a night in a luxurious hotel room at Mohegan Sun with VIP check-in at Aquai. Ladies will also get to enjoy a little martini madness as their very own martini mixing station will be delivered to their room along with two martini-themed manicures and pedicures at Elemis Spa capped off with two complimentary martinis at Leffingwells Martini Bar. Also included with this package is one $10.00 free bet per person. Mention code PTGRL when booking.
THE SHOPS AT MOHEGAN SUN
Going on now through Mother’s Day, Spin Street will have the Kodak Easyshare Digital Camera; Model C813 on sale for 25% off. From April 27th through Mother’s Day, Swarovski will be offering their Heart or Bella Earrings for $35.00 with any qualifying purchase. Also, from May 4th through Mother’s Day at Swarovski, snag a free mini photo album gift with any purchase of $125.00 or more. Yankee Candle offers their new line of “Flowers for Mom,” that come in decorative jars and smell delightful. Guests can receive a sentiment gift box with a Mom charm and any small tumbler for $19.99.
At Ben & Jerry’s guests who buy one Cone/Cup will get a second one free of equal value for you or your mother. Starbucks will be offering a complimentary tall beverage of choice for any guest that buys two or more whole bean bags of coffee.
For more complete information on Mohegan Sun’s restaurants, visit mohegansun.com and click on the “dining” link or call 1.888.226.7711.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 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.
