Experience Laughter and Flavor at LA’s Belly Laughs Comedy and Food Festival!

The menu has been prepared for the upcoming Belly Laughs Comedy & Food Festival in Los Angeles, which highlights Asian American culture through laughter and cuisine.

The comedy event, Belly Laughs, is scheduled for July 12-13 at L.A. Live. This event will showcase stand-up performances and appearances from around 30 comedians such as Hasan Minhaj, Kumail Nanjiani, Margaret Cho, Joel Kim Booster, Nimesh Patel, Sherry Cola, Jonnie Park (Dumbfoundead), Jason Cheny, Irene Tu, Dylan Adler, Sabrina Wu, Jenny Yang, Aaron Chen and others. Additionally, more than 20 Asian restaurants from across the city will be showcased, with noteworthy names including Mama’s Nightmarket-curated options like chef Tuệ Nguyễn and Điđi, Bobapop, Feng Mao, Guzzu Bento-Ya, Holy Basil, and more.

Three different areas at L.A. Live will be filled with hearty laughter, thanks to support from sponsors such as 99 Ranch Market, Martell Cognac, Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey, and Asian Comedy Fest. Tickets for this all-ages event can be purchased on AXS.com.

Michelle K. Sugihara, CAPE’s executive director, stated that the Belly Laughs festival is an exhilarating expansion of their efforts to support people, stories, and culture. They feel privileged to be involved in this fantastic event that showcases these gifted comedians and eateries,” said Michelle K. Sugihara.

Jared Jue, the founder of Mama’s Nightmarket, commented: “Our goal has been to expand Mama’s Nightmarket, and this surpasses our wildest dreams. It unites communities through tantalizing tastes, comedy acts, and shared cultural experiences.

GoldHouse, along with its CEO and co-founder Bing Chen, is participating in the event. In a recent statement, Chen expressed that “a good laugh would be beneficial for everyone at this point” as he commented on the current situation. He further stated, “We feel incredibly privileged to collaborate with numerous friends and artistic icons on the Belly Laughs festival. This partnership will undoubtedly contribute to the ongoing comical renaissance in the Asian Pacific community, which has been spearheaded by many influential leaders.

Artist Lineup

Here are some popular Asian-American comedians and entertainers: Hasan Minhaj, Kumail Nanjiani, Margaret Cho, Zarna Garg, Joel Kim Booster, Nimesh Patel, Sherry Cola, Hari Kondabolu, Asif Ali, Jonnie Park (Dumbfoundead), Andrea Jin, Jason Cheny, Irene Tu, Dylan Adler, Joe Wong, Kiran Deol, Jenny Yang, Helen Hong, Aparna Nancherla, Sabrina Wu, Jes Tom, Tien Tran, Fumi Abe, Robin Tran, Ismael Loutfi, Aaron Chen, Nori Reed, Tatyana Guchi, D’Lo, Paul Ogata, Yudhi Sharma.

Restaurant Lineup

1. Chef Tuệ Nguyễn & Điđi: Chef Tuệ and Diđi
2. Bobapop: Popped Boba Shop
3. Feng Mao: Mao’s Dim Sum House
4. Good Alley: The Good Alley
5. Guzzu Bento-Ya: Guzzu Bento Restaurant
6. Hermanos Empanadas: Brothers’ Empanada Shop
7. Holy Basil: Basil Sanctuary
8. Kanomwaan Thai Gelato: Sweet Treats of Thailand
9. Kolkata Chai Co: Calcutta Tea Company
10. Mayura: The Peacock (Indian restaurant)
11. Riviera Seafood Club: Seaside Fish House
12. Tenkatori: Heavenly Tempura
13. Yum Sະlut: Delicious Laotian Cuisine

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2025-03-28 23:24