Mar 22, 2013 | Food & Beverage, General News
Famous BBQ Eatery opening this Spring
Barbeque lovers rejoice as Mohegan Sun announces a new addition to their restaurant offerings, Virgil’s Real BBQ, NYC’s original BBQ Restaurant since 1994. Set to open this spring, Virgil’s will be located on the upper level of The Shops concourse near The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House.
Virgil’s Real BBQ, which will have seating for 225, will boast something for everyone from comfort food favorites to regional cuisines to complement the famous smoked meats such as brisket, pulled pork and even some vegetarian dishes. This will be their third location with restaurants currently in New York City and in 2001, a 650-seat restaurant at the Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island, Nassau, Bahamas.
ABOUT VIRGIL’S
The seed for Virgil’s Real BBQ was planted while restaurateur Artie Cutler was traveling in Asia where he and his traveling companions sampled different regional styles of traditional Asian BBQ. Lamenting the lack of American BBQ back home in New York City, when Artie returned home he gathered a few friends, bought a van and set out to criss-cross the South on a fact-finding mission. Beginning in Memphis, Tennessee, the men drove nearly 10,000 miles, from North Carolina to Texas and all points in between and, over the course of a year, they researched and took careful note of the regional barbecue differences in each place they visited to compile a treasure trove of recipes, tasting notes and ideas that would form the basis for Virgil’s menu.
Virgil’s fired up its pits and opened its doors in 1994, arguably becoming the first restaurant in Manhattan to serve up traditional Southern barbecue and hospitality. Virgil’s smokes all their meats at a low temperature over indirect heat for up to ten hours with a unique mix of hickory, oak and fruit woods in order to impart the most flavor and keep the meat from drying out. To complement the main menu of BBQ specialties, Virgil’s also offers a generous selection of traditional sides like barbecue beans, coleslaw and cheese grits and Southern-style desserts like Banana Pudding and Key Lime Pie.
To wash it all down, Virgil’s beer list features 16 beers on tap including Virgil’s own recipe lager brewed by Magic Hat Brewery in Burlington, Vermont. They are available by the glass or pint along with 75 varieties of bottled beers in every style to match any mood or plate.
For more information, please visit Virgil’s Real BBQ’s website or like them on Facebook.
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, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Mar 21, 2013 | General News, Special Events, Sports
Meet these baseball legends as part of a special Signings & Sightings event
WHAT: Jim Rice and Bucky Dent, major league baseball legends, will be meeting fans and signing autographs at Mohegan Sun on Thursday, April 4th as part of a special Signings & Sightings event.
WHEN: Thursday, April 4th
7:30pm – Free Public Signing
Bow & Arrow Sports Bar
IN DETAIL: Batter up! Meet two of major league baseball’s heavy hitters on Thursday, April 4th when Jim Rice and Bucky Dent visit Mohegan Sun for a Signings & Sightings event inside Bow & Arrow Sports Bar. Jim & Bucky will be meeting fans and signing autographs for this free event that’s sure to be a “home run!”
*Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to time restrictions, signing items will be limited to headshots given out at event as well as two pieces of memorabilia per celebrity.
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, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Mar 1, 2013 | General News, Special Events, Sports
WHAT: Swin Cash, UConn alumna, WNBA player and author, will be featured in a Winning Authors event on March 9th at Mohegan Sun with her brand-new book, Humble Journey: More Precious Than Gold.
WHEN/ WHERE: Saturday, March 9th
3:00pm – Live Discussion with Swin in The Cabaret Theatre
3:30pm – Book Signing in The Shops concourse
IN DETAIL: She was part of the team that led Geno’s UConn Huskies to two NCAA championships before going on to become a two-time Olympic gold medalist and on March 9th, Swin Cash is visiting Mohegan Sun with her new book, Humble Journey: More Precious Than Gold, for a very special Winning Authors event.
The free event will kick off in The Cabaret Theatre at 3:00pm with a live discussion followed by a signing event at 3:30pm in The Shops concourse. Humble Journey: More Precious Than Gold will be released on March 6th and available for purchase at Spin Street in The Shops concourse. Cash is part of a list of outstanding authors that have participated in Winning Authors including Jerry West, Nora Roberts, Harlan Coben, Sue Grafton, Marcia Clark and Robin Cook.
Participation is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Due to time restrictions, Swin will only be signing copies of Humble Journey: More Precious Than Gold. The book will be available for purchase on the day of the event at Spin Street and at the signing location.
ABOUT SWIN CASH: Born in Pennsylvania, Swin Cash quickly became one of UConn Women’s Basketball’s “golden girls” after helping to lead them to 2 NCAA championships, one of which was an undefeated, 39-0 season. After graduating in 2002 as an All-American, Swin was selected 2nd overall in the 2002 WNBA draft by the Detroit Shock. While in Detroit, she helped lead the Shock to 2 WNBA championships including the organization’s first ever championship title. Swin then went on to play for the Seattle Storm and the Chicago Sky, where she plays today. In 2004 & 2012, she was part of the United States Women’s Olympic Basketball teams to win gold medals.
Swin has a heavy hand in charity work through the WNBA and as the founder of her own organization, Cash for Kids, which helps to motivate, educate and elevate kids. Swin is set to release her first book titled Humble Journey: More Precious Than Gold, which comes out March 6th and is about her journey through her professional and personal life and the lessons she has learned along the way.
More information on Swin Cash is available at: www.swincash.com. Connect with Swin on Twitter @SwinCash or Facebook http://www.facebook.com/swincash.
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, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Feb 28, 2013 | Food & Beverage, General News
On March 17th, catch the luck of the Irish at Mohegan Sun’s brand-new Irish pub
This March 17th, grab your green and join The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House inside Mohegan Sun as they host their first-ever St. Patrick’s Day party!
Opening at 11:00am, The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House will have drink specials, giveaways, authentic Irish dishes and live entertainment throughout the day including Jediah at 4:00pm, bagpipers at 7:00pm and Kenny Mehler Band at 9:00pm.
Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis so get to Mohegan Sun early to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day like they do on the Emerald Isle.
For more information about The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, please visit mohegansun.com/nightlife.
For more St. Patrick’s Day dining specials at Mohegan Sun, please visit mohegansun.com/stpatrick.
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, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Feb 21, 2013 | General News, Special Events
WHAT: The first-ever ‘Rock The Rock,’ New England’s largest bachelorette party, is calling all future brides and their girlfriends out to Mohegan Sun this April!
WHEN/ WHERE: Friday, April 19th, 9:00pm – 11:00pm inside Mohegan Sun’s Uncas Ballroom
IN DETAIL: Kick your pre-wedding party into high gear as Mohegan Sun throws ‘Rock the Rock,’ the region’s largest bachelorette party! Round up your bridal party and head to Mohegan Sun on Friday, April 19th where you can celebrate being single one final time. Enjoy drinks, dancing, vendors like Sephora, Lux, Bond & Green and Globe Travel and door prizes including gift cards, a videography package and honeymoon packages.
The standard package for the event is $60.00 per person and includes 2 hours of open bar service, dancing to the sounds of DJae Mêlée, a chance to learn pole dancing moves and a raffle ticket to enter for door prizes.
VIP packages are $125.00 per person and include everything offered in the standard package, an additional 4 raffle tickets and admittance to the “Men of Desire” male review show from 10:00pm – 11:00pm.
Tickets go on sale Friday, February 22nd at Noon at all Ticketmaster locations, ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
For more information, please visit mohegansun.com/bachelorette.
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, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
