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Three Great Treatments at Spa Toccare for OUT at Borgata Fans

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Borgata is Atlantic City’s premiere LGBTQ+ travel destination, and the resort’s Spa Toccare provides the ultimate in relaxation and pampering professional treatments. Dedicated to undoing the effects of your day, Spa Toccare offers treatments guaranteed to exhilarate. Tensions melt. Knots disappear. Skin glistens. Eyes sparkle. And a new you emerges just in time to wave buh-bye to your worldly cares.

We highlighted three treatments that are favorites at Spa Toccare, and ones that our OUT at Borgata fans love to experience.  Make your reservations today by calling 609-317-7555, or book online.

Signature Facial: An enriched thermo-corrective treatment, utilizing a mask of marine extracts and organic silicon, provides instant radiance by hydrating, soothing and brightening the skin while minimizing redness. Ideal as a post sun treatment or for those with sensitive, rosaceous or reactive skin.

Athlete Massage: Got knots? The deepest layers of the muscle are targeted to increase mobility. Constrictions in the muscle tissue are softened to help with your healing journey.

Table Thai Bodywork: This Eastern influenced modality is often described as “assisted Yoga” and is specifically tailored to each individual. Flowing rhythmic compressions are blended with various stretching techniques and breath-work to balance and harmonize your body’s vital energy flow. Invigorate your spirit and experience profound rest!

Borgata Team Members Play Ball with Special Athletes From The South Jersey Field of Dreams

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On Saturday, June 12, Borgata team members and other volunteers will help assist The South Jersey Field of Dreams’ Special Athletes in any way necessary while participating in the end-of-season finale baseball game. Since each athlete is unique, the superstar team of volunteers have to adjust and adapt their coaching techniques to

2017 South Jersey Field of Dreams Opening Day make sure that everyone has fun.

For many with physical or mental disabilities, participating in America’s Greatest Pastime, baseball, can be a challenge.  Thanks to The South Jersey Field of Dreams, that challenge can be easily overcome.

The South Jersey Field of Dreams is a place where physically and mentally disabled children and adults can play and participate in baseball.  The city of Absecon generously donated a new baseball field at their Dr. Jonathan Pitney Recreation Park for the organization’s use.  With the support of a number of individuals, Field of Dreams has worked hard to turn the Absecon field into a place where any child or adult, regardless of their physical abilities, can play ball. Generous contributors to the organization have seen the Absecon venue grow to include an electric scoreboard, a concession stand serving up free snacks, picnic area, handicap accessible playground and miniature golf course and a team store complete with Field of Dream branded swag.

The New American Bar & Grille Comes to Borgata on June 19

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A brand new dining concept is coming to Borgata this June.  Guests will be able to experience American Bar & Grille starting Saturday, June 19. The contemporary grill concept will offer a sophisticated yet casual dining experience in a warm and welcoming environment. Led by Executive Chef Aram Mardigian, the American menu will feature classic grill favorites focusing on seasonal ingredients and globally influenced flavors.  
“Over the last 25 years, American grilling has seen an evolution in its classic style with preparation and worldly flavor profiles influenced by Japan, Italy, Germany, and a melting pot of other cultures,” said Mardigian. “We seek to incorporate these intricate flavors into our menu, always inspired to play with unique combinations that create memorable dishes.”
Borgata VP of Hospitality, Anthony Caratozzolo, said, “Introducing American Bar & Grille to Borgata’s portfolio of signature restaurants is a proud moment for our talented chefs and passionate team members. They all have worked diligently to prepare us for welcoming our guests to a first-class dining experience.”
Highlights of American Bar & Grille include:
  • Mixing modern and classic cooking techniques to its recipes, featured menu items include Big Eye Tuna Crudo with cucumber salad and a drizzle of soy-lime vinaigrette; House-Made Sausages with pretzel and mustard; Sautéed Atlantic Salmon with confit summer tomatoes; BBQ Baby Back Berkshire Farms Pork Ribs with house BBQ sauce and corn bread; Oven Roasted Chicken Breast with aged Goat Cheese and garlic-rosemary sauce; Domestic Lamb Chop “Three Ways” with madeira-olive sauce; Grilled 16oz Ribeye Steak with Argentinean chimichurri; and The Burger, an 8 oz. prime burger with aged white cheddar and a side of house-cut fries.  
  • New Jersey’s famous tomatoes, corn, and local selection of fresh seafood are found in several of the menu items influenced by The Garden State. Selections include the Jersey Corn Soup with jalapeno cream, cilantro, Caramelized Jersey Corn with achiote aioli, cotija cheese, cilantro and lime; Sauteed Local NJ Fluke with white wine, garlic, and lemon sauce, and Summer Heirloom Tomato Salad with Bufala mozzarella, basil, red onion and old balsamic. 
  • Oven specialties include a  Margherita Pizza with San Marzano tomato sauce and basil; White Vegetable Pizza with roasted garlic ricotta, oven-dried tomatoes, eggplant, olives, artichokes, and basil; and a Butcher’s Pizza with Italian sausage, pepperoni, pulled pork, shishito peppers, and San Marzano tomato sauce. 
  • Specialty cocktails will feature a collection of timeless libations such as Hemingway G&T, made with Malfy Rosa Gin, Maraschino, fresh lime, and Fever Tree Tonic; Philly Sour, a blend of Rittenhouse Rye, fresh lemon, orange zest, Aquafaba, and Angostura Bitters; Jersey Blueberry Mule, crafted with Grey Goose Vodka, Jersey blueberries, fresh lime, and ginger beer.
  • Local craft beer on draft will include Cape May Coastal Evacuation, Spellbound Pale Ale, Yards Philly Ale, and Double Nickel Vienna Lager, along with an all-American wine-by-the-glass and bottle selections from various wine regions. 
  • The inviting atmosphere is comprised of three different spaces: the main dining room that opens up to the casino floor, creating more of an al fresco-style café scene; a private dining area offering a more intimate space for private events and parties; and a Chef’s Table that seats up to 12 guests and is located directly in front of the main kitchen line for an up-close view of the culinary action. The 17-seat bar situated in the front of the restaurant is a popular choice for diners who want a casual vibe, with the same level of service as with formal table seating. Guests will enjoy a music soundtrack of All-American hits of yesterday and today while dining in a sophisticated, fun, and social setting.
American Bar & Grille is located off the north end of the casino floor. Hours of operation are Sunday through Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday & Saturday from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Closed Wednesday & Thursday.

“OUT AT BORGATA” PRIDE HOTEL PACKAGE

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In celebration of Pride Month this June, Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, an MGM Resorts International luxury destination, has released a brand new “Out at Borgata” Pride Hotel Package. Borgata proudly supports diversity and embraces the LGBTQ+ community: lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender travel enthusiasts, team members, and friends.

The package includes:

● Overnight accommodations in one of Borgata’s luxurious hotel rooms (based on availability)

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●Specialty cocktails at Lobby Bar for Two

●$100 Dining Credit

● Overnight Valet Parking up to two nights.

In addition, Borgata is proud to partner with LGBTQ+ organizations to support the gay community throughout the year. MGM Resorts International received a perfect score of 100 on the 2021 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), for the 10th consecutive year. CEI is the nation’s premier benchmarking survey and report on corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality, administered by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation. MGM Resorts joins the ranks of 767 major U.S. businesses that also earned top marks this year.

Furthermore, Borgata is thrilled to partner with the Greater Atlantic City GLBT Alliance, Independence Business Alliance (the Greater Philadelphia LGBTQ+ chamber of commerce), and the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association. Recently, as part of the resort’s 12 Days of Giving Campaign, Borgata donated $5,000 to Garden State Equality, New Jersey’s largest LGBTQ service organization, to assist transgender individuals with legal name changes.

The Pride Hotel Package is extended for stays from June 1 through August 31, 2021. Offer is valid Sunday through Thursday. Rates start at $279 per night. Guests must book by June 30, 2021.

Guests can book the Pride Hotel Package by visiting theborgata.com.

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