Updated on March 13, 2021 at 10:41 pm NBC Universal, Inc. Mirroring a similar program at Disney's California Adventure theme park, Universal Studios Hollywood has started allowing patrons to partake of dining and shopping at the home of "The Simpsons," "Harry Potter" and the "Despicable Me" Minions. The park, which remains closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, began offering a "Taste of Universal,'' on Friday, giving visitors weekend access to select areas of the theme park to shop and eat. Capacity will be limited, guest temperatures will be checked and mask-wearing and social-distancing rules will be enforced. Download our mobile app for iOS or Android to get the latest breaking news and local stories.