Please Note
Must be 21 years of age or older to attend event.
*Guests who utilize their Saturday Grand Tasting tickets to enjoy Friday evening’s Grand Tasting Preview are still welcomed to use the same ticket for the Grand Tasting.
ABOUT SUN WINE AND FOOD FEST
Wine connoisseurs and food aficionados rejoice! Sun Wine & Food Fest is back at Mohegan Sun. Don’t miss your chance to sip and sample your way through endless vintages and signature dishes, incredible showcases and tastings during a four-day affair across the Uncas Ballroom and the Earth Expo & Convention Center.
WHAT YOU MISSED IN 2020
Mohegan Sun’s 18th Annual Sun Wine & Food Fest requires all attendees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 OR to have received a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours before the time of the event you are attending. By attending any event, you certify and attest that you and all individuals in your party will abide by the following regulations:
All guests will provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (14 days past last vaccination shot) with the last shot administered on January 13th, 2022 or earlier and valid ID.
OR
All guests will provide hard or digital proof of negative COVID-19 diagnostic test result (PCR, Antigen, Rapid or At Home) taken within 72 hours before the event and valid ID.
OR
If you have previously tested positive, guests will be required to provide proof of recovery signed by a doctor no earlier than October 29, 2021.
When you arrive to Mohegan Sun, please check in at one of the Sun Wine & Food Fest checkpoints located outside every entrance of each event. Once you provide proof of vaccine or negative test, you’ll receive a wristband that will allow you access to the event. All guests will need a wristband to enter all Sun Wine & Food Fest events.
There will be staff checking vaccination or proof of negative tests at the door of each event and denying entry to those who are non-compliant with these requirements. Thank you for your cooperation!
Entry requirements and venue protocols are subject to change.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 28TH
6:00pm - 9:00pm | Earth Ballroom
COVID-19 Checkpoint from 6:00pm - 9:00pm outside the Earth Ballroom
Get your weekend started early and warm your palate during Whiskeys of the World! Let your taste buds travel the world with a selection of whiskeys paired with bites from their geographic origin. Featuring products from Japan, Ireland, Scotland and Kentucky.
8:00pm - 10:00pm | Earth Expo & Convention Center
COVID-19 Checkpoint from 5:00pm - 9:30pm at the Winter Entrance
Get the first look at over 1,000 varieties of wine, beer and spirits during the Grand Tasting Preview! Foodies can purchase signature dishes from some of the region's most highly-rated restaurants, and the main culinary stage!
Chef Demo Schedule
Main Stage
8:30pm - 9:00pm: Adam Young
Ice-wine Poached Pear Soufflé with Piore Williams Custard, and Chocolate Sorbet
8:45pm - 9:15pm: Betty Fraser & Natalie Romero
Short Rib Birria Ramen
Coke Stage
8:15pm - 8:45pm: Nick Calias
Ahi Tuna, Grains of Paradise, Smoked Sweet Potato, Yuzu Avocado, green onion relish
9:15pm - 9:45pm: Chef Plum
Easiest Chicken tacos ever with homemade tortillas
Schedule timing subject to change.
9:00pm - 11:00pm | novelle
COVID-19 Checkpoint from 8:30pm - 11:00pm at novelle doors
Tom Sandoval & Tom Schwartz are back at SWFF, but with their own event! Join the duo for a mixology experience highlighting their new whiskey: Toms' Good Lovin'. Event includes complimentary cocktails.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 29TH
1:00pm - 5:00pm | Earth Expo & Convention Center
COVID-19 Checkpoint from 11:00am - 5:00pm at the Winter Entrance
Sample over 1,000 varieties of wine, beer and spirits during the Grand Tasting! Foodies can purchase signature dishes from some of the region's most highly-rated restaurants, and the main culinary stage features a day full of celebrity chef demonstrations!
Chef Demo Schedule
Main Stage
12:15pm - 12:45pm: JJ Johnson
Piri Piri Rigatoni, Winter Sautéed Collard Greens with Shallots, Soy Umami, and Chilis
1:00pm - 1:30pm: Nyesha Arrington
Aisoon Noodles
1:45pm - 2:15pm: Aarón Sánchez
Tios Chile con Queso
2:30pm - 3:00pm: Todd English
3:15pm - 3:45pm: Maneet Chauhan
Red Snapper Macher Jhol
4:00pm - 4:30pm: Michael Symon
Grilled Skirt Steak with Cauliflower Chimichurri
Coke Stage
12:45pm - 1:15pm: David Rose
Porcini-Crusted Porterhouse with Sun-Dried Tomato Chimichurri
2:15pm - 2:45pm: Michele Ragussis
Greek Lamb Sliders
2:45pm - 3:15pm: Robert Irvine
Spiced Lamb Bolognese, Ricotta Cheese Tortellini, Pecorino, Mint and Basil
3:45pm - 4:15pm: Lamar Moore
Pan Seared Ribeye With Miso Butter & Kale Lemongrass Chimichurri Potatoes
Schedule timing subject to change.
3:00pm - 4:00pm | TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge
COVID-19 Checkpoint at the door starting at 3:00pm
Transport your palate to the Far East with an educational sushi & sake pairing! Enjoy TAO’s incredible sushi paired with sake along with the best experts, brought to you by Komé Collective.
4:00pm - 6:00pm | Earth Ballroom
COVID-19 Checkpoint from 11:00am - 5:30pm at the Winter Entrance
Taste the "best-of-the-best" vintages and get one-on-ones with winemakers during Vintage Cru. Wine is available for purchase with shipment directly to your home! Each guest in attendance will receive a $50 iGourmet gift card at the conclusion of the event!
8:00pm - 10:30pm | Uncas Ballroom
COVID-19 Checkpoint from 7:00pm - 10:00pm outside of Sky Convention Center doors next to SolToro
Watch the masters at work when over 20 celebrity chefs personally dish out a signature food item paired with a wine, beer or spirit. Dance into the night with music provided by DJ Irie.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 30TH
11:00am - 3:00pm | novelle
Game Day Brunch hosted by Buddy Valastro with special guest Victor Cruz. Soak in your Sunday with a delectable brunch and tasty specialty beverages while the Professional Football Conference Championships are airing on the screens of novelle!
Please Note
Must be 21 years of age or older to attend event.