'It's my first foray into New England and I'm looking forward to adding to the excitement that makes this property a world-class destination.'įlay is a graduate of the French Culinary Institute in New York.

'I'm thrilled to be opening two of my restaurants at Mohegan Sun,' said Flay. It is names like Flay, Todd English, Jasper White, Michael Jordan and Jimmy Buffett that continue to define Mohegan Sun as a leader in the hospitality world.' 'Flay brings a wealth of knowledge in the industry, not only as a chef, but as an author and television phenom. 'It is a very exciting time for Mohegan Sun as we partner with Bobby Flay,' said Mitchell Etess, president and chief executive officer for Mohegan Sun. The New York mainstay has received rave reviews including two stars from The New York Times.

The restaurant blends the intimacy of a brasserie, injected with authentic American flavors and styles.įlay's current Bar Americain in New York, which opened in March of 2005, rejuvenates old classics and celebrates the abundance of America's diverse and delicious heritage. In Casino of the Sky, Flay will open his second Bar Americain just outside of the hotel lobby in the space currently occupied by Fidelia's. Flay opened his first BBP in Long Island, New York in July 2008 and most recently a second opened in New Jersey earlier this month.

Located in Casino of the Earth, this new burger restaurant will be approximately 4,100 square feet and will pay tribute to America's regional flavors and traditions.

Both restaurants are scheduled to open in summer 2009.īobby's Burger Palace (BBP) offers an array of burgers inspired by Flay's extensive travels throughout America. The Food Network talent will open two new restaurants in partnership with Mohegan Sun: Bobby's Burger Palace in Casino of the Earth and Bar Americain in Casino of the Sky. Mohegan Sun announces the newest culinary star to call Mohegan Sun home: critically-acclaimed chef, author and television personality Bobby Flay.

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