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February Foodie Finds at Universal Studios and CityWalk

Posted on February 15, 2024 | Filed Under: Food, Local Events | Tags: Lunar New Year, Power Up Cafe, Super Nintendo World, Universal CityWalk, Universal Studios Hollywood | 7 Comments

Universal Studios_Lunar NY-black pepper beef

Celebrate Lunar New Year with new themed food items inside of Universal Studios Hollywood at Hollywood & Dine! Readers of my blog may recall that I visited Universal Studios with my family back in 2019. The theme park had exciting Lunar New Year festivities and we got to sample several Chinese dishes and watch special performances. This year, you can celebrate the holiday during the month of February with the following drinks … [Read more...]

Universal Studios Hollywood: Counting Down to the 2023 Holidays

Posted on November 16, 2023 | Filed Under: Local Events, Pop Culture | Tags: Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Grinchmas, Universal CityWalk, Universal Studios Hollywood | Leave a Comment

Universal Studios Hollywood CityWalk - Holiday 2

Can you believe that Thanksgiving is next week? That can only mean one thing…the December holiday rush is on and it’s time to count down to Christmas! Since I live in the San Fernando Valley, I feel like Universal Studios Hollywood is right in my back yard. I’ve been there a few times during the past winter holidays and I just love their festivities. What does Universal Studios Hollywood have to offer during the holidays? You can join the … [Read more...]

Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood

Posted on June 16, 2023 | Filed Under: Misc, Pop Culture | Tags: Super Nintendo World, Three Broomsticks, Universal Studios Hollywood, Wizarding World of Harry Potter | Leave a Comment

Wall - Super Nintendo World

For my family, summer vacation means trips to the beach, staying up late and visiting local theme parks. A few days after my daughter took her last final, we headed over to Universal Studios Hollywood to check out Super Nintendo World, drink some Butterbeer and go on the World-Famous Studio Tour (aka the Universal Studios tram ride). After going through the security screening and turnstiles, we headed straight for Super Nintendo World. The … [Read more...]

Celebrating the 2021 Holiday Season at Universal Studios Hollywood

Posted on December 12, 2021 | Filed Under: Local Events | Tags: Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Grinchmas, Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Studios Hollywood | 3 Comments

Universal Studios Holidays 2021_WizardingWorldHollywood

Visiting Universal Studios Hollywood during the holidays is festive and fun. Recently my family and I went to the theme park to check out “Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” and “Grinchmas.” What is “Grinchmas” exactly? This Who-lebration returns in joyous fashion with a 65 foot-tall “Grinchmas” tree in Universal Plaza. When evening sets in and the skies are dark, a dazzling tree lighting ceremony accompanied by a snowfall … [Read more...]

Universal Studios Hollywood: 5 Reasons Why You Should Visit This Summer

Posted on July 23, 2021 | Filed Under: Food, Local Events, Pop Culture | Tags: Jurassic World Ride, Minions Cafe, The Secret Life of Pets, Universal CityWalk, Universal Studios Hollywood | 1 Comment

Universal Studios - Secret Life of Pets

Since my family and I live in the San Fernando Valley, Universal Studios Hollywood has long been our go-to theme park to visit. The close proximity to our house makes it easy to pop over for a visit during the summer and especially at the holidays, when Hogwarts Castle lights up and there is a “Grinchmas” tree in another section of the theme park! There are several new attractions at Universal Studios Hollywood and my family got to enjoy them … [Read more...]

Taste of Universal {Foodie Review}

Posted on March 25, 2021 | Filed Under: Food, Local Events | Tags: Minion Cafe, Taste of Universal, Universal Studios Hollywood, Wizarding World of Harry Potter | 5 Comments

Minion Cafe

Last weekend, I attended Taste of Universal with my family. It had been over a year since we were inside of Universal Studios and when we heard about this foodie event, we immediately bought tickets! Prices for the tickets vary, depending on what day of the week you attend. Your ticket includes 5 food or beverage items (3 for kids). Not a bad deal considering most of the food items cost between $7-10. Although all rides, shows, and … [Read more...]

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