The Lord of the Rings: The Rings Of Power Looks Amazing

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Amazon has released a new trailer for their upcoming series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings Of Power and it looks amazing!

Here's the official synopsis from Amazon:

Prime Video's The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power brings to screens for the very first time the heroic legends of the fabled Second Age of Middle-earth's history. This epic drama is set thousands of years before the events of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, and will take viewers back to an era in which great powers were forged, kingdoms rose to glory and fell to ruin, unlikely heroes were tested, hope hung by the finest of threads, and the greatest villain that ever flowed from Tolkien’s pen threatened to cover all the world in darkness. Beginning in a time of relative peace, the series follows an ensemble cast of characters, both familiar and new, as they confront the long-feared re-emergence of evil to Middle-earth. From the darkest depths of the Misty Mountains, to the majestic forests of the elf-capital of Lindon, to the breathtaking island kingdom of Númenor, to the furthest reaches of the map, these kingdoms and characters will carve out legacies that live on long after they are gone.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings Of Power arrives on Amazon Prime Video on September 2.

The Rings of Power Season 2 Trailer

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Amazon released the first full trailer for season 2 of The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power at ComicCon this past weekend. This season, Sauron has the Rings made and begins to use them. This season is going to get dark.

Here's the official synopsis from Amazon: 

Sauron has returned. Cast out by Galadriel, without army or ally, the rising Dark Lord must now rely on his own cunning to rebuild his strength and oversee the creation of the Rings of Power, which will allow him to bind all the peoples of Middle-earth to his sinister will. Building on Season 1’s epic scope and ambition, Season 2 of Amazon’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power plunges even its most beloved and vulnerable characters into a rising tide of darkness, challenging each to find their place in a world that is increasingly on the brink of calamity. Elves and dwarves, orcs and men, wizards and Harfoots… as friendships are strained and kingdoms begin to fracture, the forces of good will struggle ever more valiantly to hold on to what matters to them most of all… each other.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 arrives on Prime Video on August 29th.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2

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The first teaser trailer for season 2 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power has arrived. It looks just as dark and intriguing as season 1.

Here's the official synopsis from Amazon: 

The Rings of Power Season 2: Sauron has returned. Cast out by Galadriel, without army or ally, the rising Dark Lord must now rely on his own cunning to rebuild his strength and oversee the creation of the Rings of Power, which will allow him to bind all the peoples of Middle-earth to his sinister will. Building on Season 1’s epic scope and ambition, Season 2 of Amazon’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power plunges even its most beloved and vulnerable characters into a rising tide of darkness, challenging each to find their place in a world that is increasingly on the brink of calamity. Elves and dwarves, orcs and men, wizards and Harfoots… as friendships are strained and kingdoms begin to fracture, the forces of good will struggle ever more valiantly to hold on to what matters to them most of all… each other.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 arrives on Amazon Prime Video on August 29th. New episodes will debut each Thursday. Season 1 is available now.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power

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The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies are some of my favorite movies, and books. The stories are epic and the filming is beautiful, but they are only two of the stories that JRR Tolkien wrote about Middle Earth. Amazon will be telling the stories that come before these two, specifically those involving the 20 rings of power forged by Sauron, in a new series called The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. 

Here's the official synopsis from Amazon:

Amazon Studios’ forthcoming series brings to screens for the very first time the heroic legends of the fabled Second Age of Middle-earth's history. This epic drama is set thousands of years before the events of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, and will take viewers back to an era in which great powers were forged, kingdoms rose to glory and fell to ruin, unlikely heroes were tested, hope hung by the finest of threads, and the greatest villain that ever flowed from Tolkien’s pen threatened to cover all the world in darkness. 

Beginning in a time of relative peace, the series follows an ensemble cast of characters, both familiar and new, as they confront the long-feared re-emergence of evil to Middle-earth. From the darkest depths of the Misty Mountains, to the majestic forests of the elf-capital of Lindon, to the breathtaking island kingdom of Númenor, to the furthest reaches of the map, these kingdoms and characters will carve out legacies that live on long after they are gone.

The first episode of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power arrives on Amazon Prime Video on September 2. New episodes will arrive weekly. 

Stories From The Legendarium Featurette

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Here's a little behind-the-scenes look at the making of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. I've always loved Tolkien’s stories, and this one really does look incredible. 

Here's the official synopsis from Amazon: 

Prime Video's The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power brings to screens for the very first time the heroic legends of the fabled Second Age of Middle-earth's history. This epic drama is set thousands of years before the events of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, and will take viewers back to an era in which great powers were forged, kingdoms rose to glory and fell to ruin, unlikely heroes were tested, hope hung by the finest of threads, and the greatest villain that ever flowed from Tolkien’s pen threatened to cover all the world in darkness. Beginning in a time of relative peace, the series follows an ensemble cast of characters, both familiar and new, as they confront the long-feared re-emergence of evil to Middle-earth. From the darkest depths of the Misty Mountains, to the majestic forests of the elf-capital of Lindon, to the breathtaking island kingdom of Númenor, to the furthest reaches of the map, these kingdoms and characters will carve out legacies that live on long after they are gone.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power arrives on Amazon Prime Video on September 2.

The Rings Of Power Trailer Looks Epic

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The first trailer for Amazon's The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is here and it looks amazing. I can't wait to see the tales of the Second Age of Middle-Earth brought to life. "Before the King, before the Fellowship, before the Ring..."

Here's the official synopsis from Amazon: 

Amazon Studios’ forthcoming series brings to screens for the very first time the heroic legends of the fabled Second Age of Middle-earth's history. This epic drama is set thousands of years before the events of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, and will take viewers back to an era in which great powers were forged, kingdoms rose to glory and fell to ruin, unlikely heroes were tested, hope hung by the finest of threads, and the greatest villain that ever flowed from Tolkien’s pen threatened to cover all the world in darkness. 

Beginning in a time of relative peace, the series follows an ensemble cast of characters, both familiar and new, as they confront the long-feared re-emergence of evil to Middle-earth. From the darkest depths of the Misty Mountains, to the majestic forests of the elf-capital of Lindon, to the breathtaking island kingdom of Númenor, to the furthest reaches of the map, these kingdoms and characters will carve out legacies that live on long after they are gone.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power arrives on Amazon Prime Video on September 2, 2022.

The New Rings Of Power Trailer Is Stunning

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There are just nine days left until The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power arrives on Amazon Prime Video. The latest trailer looks just as visually beautiful and emotionally overwhelming as The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings movies. I can't wait! 

The first two episodes of The Rings of Power arrive on Amazon Prime Video on September 2nd.

New episodes will debut each Friday. 

Are You Ready For The Rise Of Sauron?

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The latest trailer for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power looks epic. I can't wait to see how it all comes together.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power arrives on Amazon Prime Video on September 2.

Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Posters

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Amazon has released 23 posters for their upcoming Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power series. Even these small glimpses of the characters show that the attention to detail is incredible. I can't wait to see the final product.

Prince Durin IV

Elrond

Princess Disa

Galadriel

Gil-galad

Celebrimbor

Arondir

Bronwyn

Theo

Halbrand

Poppy Proudfellow

Largo Brandyfoot

Elanor ‘Nori’ Brandyfoot

Sadoc Burrows

Marigold Brandyfoot

Isildur

Míriel

Elendil

Eärien

Pharazôn

Kemen

The Stranger

Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power arrives on Amazon Prime Video on September 2, 2022.

The Regal Eagle Smokehouse Is Amazing

I finally had the chance to try the Regal Eagle Smokehouse in the American Adventure Pavilion at EPCOT yesterday and I really enjoyed it. At the moment, it looks like you have to use the Mobile Order system in the Disney World app, but its actually pretty easy. And you don't have to pay with a credit card, you can also use a Disney Giftcard or even  Dining Plan credits.

After ordering, head to the restaurant and check in so they'll start preparing your order. An alert will appear when your order is ready, telling you where to pick it up. Give your name to the cast member at the door, and they'll let you go in.

The menu has really changed from the years when this location was the Liberty Inn, as has the decor. Muppet Sam Eagle is now the proprietor and he's hosting a barbecue cook-off. The menu is made up of regional barbecue favorites, from chicken or pork butt, to mac and cheese or baked beans. The walls are covered in awards and artwork, some featuring various Muppets.

I tried the Kansas City Smoked Half-Chicken with Sizzlin' Pit sauce, garlic toast and mac and cheese as the side. At $13.99, it's not too pricey, and the portions are fairly large, so this is a great meal to share. The chicken was tender and well cooked and the mac and cheese was cheesy and delicious. And the sauce was a perfect blend of sweet and savory.

Here's the rest of the menu. I can't wait to try it all!

• Memphis Dry-Rub Pork Ribs $15.99
• BBQ Burger $13.49
• Cheeseburger $13.49
• Sliced Texas Beef Brisket Sandwich $12.99
• North Carolina Chopped Smoled Pork Butt Platter $12.49
• Power Greens Salad With Chicken $11.49
• Power Greens Salad $9.49
• BBQ Jackfruit Burger $12.99

All entrees, except the salads, come with or on Garlic Toast and include a side of your choice: 

• Beer-battered Onion Rings
• Baked Beans with Burnt Ends
• Creamy Coleslaw
• Seasoned French Fries
• Macaroni and Cheese 

Kids meals come with 2 side and choice of beverage.

• BBQ Rib $8.99
• Cheeseburger $7.79
• BBQ Chicken Leg $7.99
• Chicken Salad $7.49

Desserts and Beverages include:

• Banana Pudding $4.99
• Fresh Watermelon Cup $4.99
• Fountain Sodas $3.99
• Hot Coffee, Cocoa, or Tea $3.29
• Berry Punch, made up of white grape, strawberry, peach, and blackberry juices $4.49
• Assorted Beers and Wines, and a Tennessee Lemonade Cocktail

I've loved the various barbecue restaurants at Disney World for years. The Regal Eagle Smokehouse is definitely my new favorite. I can't wait to try it again.

The Regal Eagle Smokehouse Is Coming To EPCOT

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A new restaurant will be opening soon at EPCOT's American Adventure Pavilion. Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue will be the latest casual dining spot in the park. The restaurant is named after Sam Eagle, the Muppet known for his patriotism and strict sense of duty.

The smokehouse will be the home of "Sam's Centennial Cook-Off : A Salute to All Cook-Offs but Mostly Barbecue." The menu will include a variety of sandwiches and platters as well as several home-style craft brews from around the United States. Here are a few items to tempt your tastebuds.

• Sliced Texas beef brisket sandwich with house-made spicy mop sauce on garlic toast
• South Carolina smoked sausage sandwich with tangy mustard sauce and caramelized onions
• Kansas City smoked chicken
• Memphis dry-rub pork ribs
• North Carolina chopped smoked pork butt
• Power Greens Salad with chilled pulled chicken, fresh citrus, and a citrus vinaigrette
• All-American burger topped with BBQ pork and a fried onion ring
• Plant-based BBQ burger: a plant-based patty topped with BBQ jackfruit on vegan garlic toast

There will be several sauces to choose from as well: spicy mop sauce, sweet BBQ, tangy mustard, and a vinegar-based sauce. Sides include french fries, beer-battered onion rings, mac and cheese, baked beans with burnt ends, house-made pickles, and creamy slaw.

Kids can choose from a burger, BBQ chicken salad, BBQ chicken leg or chicken salad, and even a BBQ rib platter, all served with their choice of two sides.

And finally, desserts include banana pudding, s’mores brownie, or a cup of fresh watermelon garnished with torn mint.

New merchandise featuring Sam Eagle will also be available. The Regal Eagle Smokehouse is set to open later this winter.