Aug 26, 2013 | Breaking News, Employment, Entertainment, General News
Tom Cantone to oversee entertainment efforts for all MTGA properties
The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority Names Tom Cantone as Senior Vice President of Sports & Entertainment
Uncasville, CT (August 26, 2013) – The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority (MTGA) is pleased to announce the promotion of Tom Cantone to Senior Vice President of Sports & Entertainment for MTGA. In this newly-created corporate position, Cantone will oversee all aspects of the entertainment offerings at all MTGA properties including Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania and Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Additionally, he will resume similar responsibilities at all future properties acquired and/or managed by MTGA and the Mohegan Gaming Advisors.
“This will give us substantial synergy to select, buy and route artists and tours using our own network of properties throughout the Northeast and will centralize our entertainment buying power giving us more efficient use of our entertainment programming,” said Mitchell Etess, Chief Executive Officer for MTGA.
Cantone previously served as Vice President of Sports & Entertainment of the flagship property in Connecticut since 2007. Prior to Mohegan Sun, Cantone held senior management marketing positions at Foxwoods Resort and Casino, Sands Hotel & Casino, Hershey Entertainment & Resort Co., Hollywood Casino and various Trump properties. He brings over 25 years of experience to his new role and is a graduate of Penn State University.
About the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority: The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority is an instrumentality of the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut and the owner and operator of a gaming and entertainment complex located in Uncasville, Connecticut, known as Mohegan Sun, and a gaming and entertainment facility located in Plains Township, Pennsylvania, known as Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs. See http://newsroom.mtga.com.
Aug 20, 2013 | General News, Special Events
Bravo star to sign copies of her book, Love Italian Style, on Friday, September 20th
WHAT: Star of Bravo’s The Real Housewives of New Jersey, Melissa Gorga, to host a special Reality Check in The Shops at Mohegan Sun on Friday, September 20th.
WHEN/ WHERE:
Friday, September 20th at 9:00pm
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL: Things are about to get spicy when Melissa Gorga, star of the hit Bravo TV show The Real Housewives of New Jersey, stops by Mohegan Sun for a Reality Check event. The TV personality, singer and author will be signing copies of her new steamy book, Love Italian Style.
To learn more about Gorga, follow her on Twitter or like her on Facebook.
NOTE: Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to time restrictions, signing personalization or personal photos for signing are prohibited. Gorga will only be signing her book, Love Italian Style. This event is bracelet-only. To receive bracelets, guests must purchase her book, Love Italian Style, at Spin Street located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun. Books will be for sale starting at 10:00am on the day of the event. One bracelet per purchase. A limited amount of bracelets and books are available. Participants must have a bracelet in order to gain entry into the signing line.
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 our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, find us on Pinterest and view us on YouTube.
Aug 16, 2013 | Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Mohegan Sun celebrates its 11th annual Sun WineFest on January 24 – 26, 2014
UNCASVILLE, CT – Mohegan Sun is excited to celebrate its 11th annual Sun WineFest on January 24, 25 & 26, 2014. Throughout the weekend, featured events will include the Sun WineFest Grand Tasting, Bourbon Tasting, Elite Cru Tasting and Celebrity Chef Dine Around. Tickets go on sale today, Friday, August 16th, for all events through Ticketmaster, the Mohegan Sun Box Office and sunwinefest.com.
Sun WineFest Grand Tasting
The main event of the weekend, the Sun WineFest Grand Tasting, will take place in the Convention Center on Saturday, January 25th and Sunday, January 26th from Noon to 5:00pm each day.
Over the course of the two days, the Grand Tasting will have something for everyone to enjoy no matter what their tastes may be. Wine and beer aficionados can choose from over 1,000 brands or enjoy tastings of specialty sponsor spirits. If your preference is food, signature dishes from the region’s most highly rated restaurants will be available for sampling*.
Saturday and Sunday’s Grand Tasting will also feature celebrity chef demonstrations and fun-filled contests on the Main Culinary Stage.
Tickets are $80.00 for Saturday’s one-day pass, $70.00 for Sunday’s one-day pass and $125.00 for a weekend pass to both Saturday and Sunday’s Grand Tasting.
*There will be a nominal charge for the sampling of signature dishes – a portion of the proceeds benefits Channel 3 Kids Camp.
Bourbon Tasting
Nothing kicks off Sun WineFest 2014 better than “America’s Native Spirit”- bourbon. Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Plan B Burger Bar and Adonis Cigars join forces to bring you an evening of bourbon history. On Friday, January 24th at Sunburst Buffet from 6:00pm to 9:00pm, experience Plan B’s bourbon inspired menu paired with a variety of fine bourbons. You can enjoy them straight or let Plan B’s mixologists create a crafted bourbon cocktail. Then, finish the night off with a premium cigar sampling from Adonis Cigars.
Tickets are $90.00 per person.
Elite Cru Tasting
The Elite Cru Tasting presented by Wine Enthusiast Magazine is an exceptional wine-tasting event featuring the “best-of-the-best” vintages from around the world. Meet the winemakers and learn the principles behind them in The Cabaret Theatre on Saturday, January 25th from 3:00pm to 5:00pm. This truly distinctive event features a raw bar hosted by Georges Bank presenting their South Bay Blonde Oysters, shrimp from Mazzetta Company and specialty cheeses from igourmet.com.
Guests will also receive a $50.00 gift certificate to enjoy extensive offerings from igourmet.com.
Tickets are $200.00 per person and include a Saturday Grand Tasting ticket and $50.00 gift certificate for igourmet.com.
Celebrity Chef Dine Around
On Saturday, January 25th, enjoy the Celebrity Chef Dine Around as world-class chefs including Todd English, Robert Irvine and Jasper White host a night of amazing cuisine. Walk around the Uncas Ballroom from 8:00pm to 11:00pm and watch these culinary masters at live cooking stations. Also, enjoy a pairing of premium wine or beer to complement each dish.
Tickets are $185.00 per person.
Tickets for the Grand Tasting, Elite Cru Tasting, Celebrity Chef Dine Around, Bourbon Tasting and may be purchased online at ticketmaster.com, sunwinefest.com, over the phone at 1.800.745.3000 or in-person at Mohegan Sun’s Box Office.
For more information on Sun WineFest 2014 events, featured personalities and hours and area hotel information, visit sunwinefest.com or on Facebook and Twitter.
Sun WineFest 2014 is a production of Cirilli Associates LLC, a Connecticut-based marketing firm that specializes in event concepts, event production, and customized marketing and sponsorship programs.
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 our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, find us on Pinterest and view us on YouTube.
Aug 12, 2013 | General News, Special Events
The Real Housewives of New Jersey star to host free autograph signing on September 13th 
WHAT: Star of Bravo’s The Real Housewives of New Jersey, Kathy Wakile, makes her way to Mohegan Sun for a free Reality Check on Friday, September 13th.
WHEN/ WHERE:
7:00pm on Friday, September 13th
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
NOTE: Participation is on a first-come, first served basis.
IN DETAIL: Guests are in for a tasty treat when Kathy Wakile, star of Bravo’s The Real Housewives of New Jersey, makes her way to Mohegan Sun for a free Reality Check event. Watch as this devoted Italian mother of two and food fanatic judges the final round of Mohegan Sun’s Chef Showdown in The Shops concourse as part of Mohegan Sun’s fourth annual Restaurant Week. Then stick around to meet and get an autograph from this charismatic Jersey diva.
This entrepreneur is also the founder and creator of the Goddess Eye Jewelry Collection, “Red Velvet Cosmo,” a ready to pour cocktail inspired by her favorite dessert and Dolci della Dea, a dessert line available for purchase through www.kathywakile.com. To learn more on Wakile, please connect with her on Twitter or like her on Facebook.
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 our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, find us on Pinterest and view us on YouTube.
Aug 12, 2013 | Community Relations, Food & Beverage, Special Events
Over 15 restaurants to offer various specials; also features a Chef Battle with celebrity judge Kathy Wakile
UNCASVILLE, CT – Bon Appétit! This September, Mohegan Sun has your fill as it celebrates its fourth annual Restaurant Week featuring deals and discounts at over 15 of its restaurants from September 8th – 13th.
A number of restaurants will be offering various discounts or deals including: BALLO Italian & Social Club, Chief’s Deli, Geno’s Pub, Hash House A Go Go, Jasper White’s Summer Shack, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Johnny Rockets, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe, Michael Jordan’s Steak House, SolToro Tequila Grill and Virgil’s Real Barbecue.
Guests can also enjoy 20% off of food purchases at B, Bobby’s Burger Palace, Seasons Buffet and Todd English’s Tuscany throughout the week. For a complete listing of all discounts and specials, click here.
In addition to these great deals, guests can also cheer on their favorite Mohegan Sun chefs as eight restaurants battle it out in a cook-off competition in The Shops concourse. In Mohegan Sun’s Chef Battle, teams will have 30 minutes to prepare their dishes with a mystery ingredient during round robin tournaments September 9th – 13th. The final battle featuring celebrity judge Kathy Wakile of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, will be held on Friday, September 13th at 6:00pm in The Shops at Mohegan Sun. One lucky guest will even win the opportunity to be a special judge. To enter to win, visit Mohegan Sun’s Facebook page starting this week.
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 our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, find us on Pinterest and view us on YouTube.
