With Universal Studios Japan promoting their expanding homewares lines comes of course a very colorful, pop art-style merchandise line themed to the Minions. So naturally, we went down to San Francisco Candies next to Minion Park and checked it all out. Melamine Plate Set – ¥3300 ($26.93) Towel Set – ¥2600 ($21.22) Zipper Bag – … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Weekly Recap for January 10 – January 16, 2022. Universal Orlando Resort In … Read more
Shrek 4-D has officially closed at Universal Studios Florida and is now surrounded by Minions-themed construction walls. No official announcement has been made about what will replace Shrek 4-D, but it does seem that it will be Minions-inspired. Rumors point to an interactive experience based on Villain-Con, a fictional Orlando-based convention featured in the first … Read more
Shrek 4-D at Universal Studios Florida is officially closed permanently. No announcements have been made about what will replace the attraction, but Universal Orlando Resort has been hinting at something on social media. After sharing a few banana photos, Universal Orlando Resort today posted a video in which they replace an onion (representing Shrek) with … Read more
Although we may not be so familiar with him in the United States, the Minions go hand in hand with their adorable stuffed bear Tim at Universal Studios Japan, with plenty of merchandise to accompany. So when we were offered a taste of the new Christmas Tim Black Tea Cream & Berry Cookie Sandwich for … Read more
A new set of kitchen items inspired by the Minions is now available at Universal Studios Hollywood. We found kitchen towels, an oven mitt, and an apron in the Universal Studios Store Upper Lot. Minions Kitchen Towels – $19.95 This comes with three towels. Each towel has a different Minion design. Minions Oven Mitt – $12.95 Minions … Read more
A new Minion-shaped popcorn bucket is now available for the holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood. We found it in the Universal Studios Store. Holiday Minion Popcorn Bucket – $25.99 Guests can get free popcorn refills with their Minion bucket on the day of purchase. The Minion is wearing a Santa hat and holding a snowman in … Read more
Love “Minions” and Halloween?! Then you need this new Franken-Minion plush that just dropped. Even Bob’s bear is ready for spooky season! Franken-Minion Plush – $25 This plush has all of the details of the classic Frankenstein character – from the stitches on his face to the tuxedo jacket – but with a “Minions” twist. … Read more
A “Minions” Loungefly backpack has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort, featuring three of the adorable yellow creatures. We found the new bag in the Universal Studios Store at CityWalk. “Minions” Loungefly Backpack – $82 The bag has two zippered pockets on the front plus the main pocket. Each pocket has a Minion on the front, … Read more
After trying the Max, Gidget, and Snowball “Secret Life of Pets” ice pops, we had to go back for more frozen treats at Universal Studios Hollywood. We discovered a new Minions fruit bar that we just had to try. Minions Fruit Bar – $5.99 Banana We love that this is an attraction-specific snack. Unfortunately, that’s … Read more
Bob the Minion is back and ready for summer at Universal Studios Hollywood. An adorable popcorn bucket featuring Bob and his unicorn inner tube has floated into the park. Originally seen at Universal Studios Japan, the bucket has made its way stateside. Minions Summer Popcorn Bucket – $25.99 Free retails all day on date of … Read more
Amazing Pictures photographers have returned to the Shrek and Minion meet-and-greet locations in Universal Studios Florida. Until now, characters have been appearing at a distance without photographers, and guests could take selfies or pictures of each other. The Team Members were excited to be back at work. Guests can now get more professional-looking photos and … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood reopened to California residents on April 16th, but some attractions were still closed. Despicable Me Minion Mayhem reopened this weekend, and we stopped by to check it out. The attraction was posting a 50-minute wait, which is not unusual to see for Minion Mayhem. The back of the façade was covered, hopefully … Read more
On March 31st, Universal Studios Japan will celebrate its 20th anniversary, and there’s already a slew of merchandise on sale to celebrate properties that have graced the park during its first 20 years, including Back to the Future, JAWS, and Sesame Street! You can take a video tour below on our YouTube channel, or keep … Read more
With the “Taste of Universal” event opening the gates to Universal Studios Hollywood again, we got to visit the Minion Cafe on its opening day! This new cafe is full of fun meals and treats that the Minions themselves would enjoy and we ordered just about everything on the menu. Read our reviews below! Loaded … Read more
With the beginning of the ticketed “Taste of Universal” event at Universal Studios Hollywood, guests can step inside the park for the first time in a year. Among all the exciting shopping and dining opportunities is the brand-new Minion Cafe, which opened its doors for the first time today. A sign on the street corner … Read more
