FIRST BITE TO LAST LAUGH: CROWN AND PRESS [FALL SERIES]

A delicious dinner paired with a world-class comedy lineup, all under one roof. Come hungry, leave laughing. Seats are limited. First Bite to Last Laugh | Award-Winning Burgers & Stand-Up Comedy An unforgettable night where Canada’s best burger meets some of the country’s sharpest comedians. First Bite to Last Laugh invites you to Hamilton’s most talked-about evening: a made-to-order meal from an independently owned local food truck, and live stand-up that will leave you wanting more. On Wednesday, December 9th, 2026, Crown and Press becomes the canvas for an evening unlike anything East Hamilton has seen. Every detail has been curated: the food, the atmosphere, and a lineup of comedians who know how to command a room. Meet Galaxy Burger Galaxy Burger is an independently owned food truck born in Hamilton in 2024. Founder Kemuel Lawrence-Hall, a George Brown culinary graduate, left his job to build something entirely his own. In March 2026, Galaxy Burger took first place at the first-ever Great Burger Showdown at the Restaurants Canada Show, beating seven competitors from across the country. Known for smash burgers with space-themed names and a loyal community following at pop-ups around Hamilton, Galaxy Burger is bringing its signature menu to Crown and Press for one night only. Your burger is made fresh and served right to your seat. Your Ticket: $70 Your ticket includes a seat at the show, a Galaxy Burger meal, and a drink. • $35 Galaxy Burger meal voucher • $10 drink voucher, for any alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink from the Crown and Press bar • $25 goes directly to the staff who make the night happen. First Bite to Last Laugh is produced by Bull & Blossom Initiative, a community-driven nonprofit creating economic pathways for women, queer and marginalized communities in entertainment, food and beverage. Your ticket pays the people behind the scenes fairly, and supports more inclusive events like this one. Your Galaxy Burger Meal Everything below is covered by your $35 voucher. One burger, single or double patty, from five signature options: • The Galaxy: rich truffle mayo, melted cheese, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, caramelized and crispy onions • Superstar: garlic mayo, ketchup, mustard, melted cheese and pickles • Terra: garlic mayo, melted cheese, pickles and caramelized onions • Mars: chipotle mayo, melted cheese, jalapeños and pickles • Saturn (Kem’s Pick): chipotle mayo and chipotle BBQ, bacon, melted cheese, pickles and crispy onions Plus: • One side of fries or poutine, regular or spicy, in small or large (portions are hefty, so come hungry) • One 2 oz sauce: truffle mayo, chipotle BBQ, garlic mayo or chipotle mayo • Beyond Meat patty or gluten-free bun at no extra charge You’ll choose your burger, side and sauce when you check out. Drinks are provided by Crown and Press. The Lineup Your host for the evening is Keesha Brownie, the most delicious name in the game. The Canadian Screen Award winner and star of People of Comedy sets the tone from the first moment with her casual, cool delivery and charming command of the room. Hamilton local Trevor Curle drops in for a special guest spot. Thea Rainford, the mischievous hot girl, opens the night with energy and wild takes that will have the room locked in from the jump. Jared Nathan, famous for his hilarious Kill Tony appearances, brings a one-of-a-kind performance that will have you laughing non-stop. David Sealy follows with the same command, taking the room even further before the close. Closing out the night in style is headliner AJ Bates. A former Hamilton resident who made his way to Toronto and became one of the city’s best comics, he ends the night with a set that will have the room in stitches from start to finish. The Details Doors open at 7PM Tickets: $70 Crown and Press, 303 Ottawa St N, Hamilton, ON L8H 3Z8 Wednesday, December 9th, 2026 Seating is limited. This is not your average night out. It is an experience. Secure your seat now.