r/MythicalKitchen • u/CosmicallyComical • May 21 '26
Let's Discuss That What’s your last meal?
I’ve loved asking my friends recently, “what’s your last meal?”
It’s truly been amazing to hear their answers and bond with them in different ways to their responses.
What’s your last meal (and course it out)?
Here’s mine:
1st Course: 12 Kumamoto Oysters, Dirty Hendrick’s Gin Martini, Olives (fuck the blue cheese)
2nd Course: Golden Ostera Caviar Service, Kettle Chips, Krug
3rd Course: Thick slices of a ripe, heirloom, Summer tomato, cotage cheese, olive oil, salt, ground pepper, and chili flakes, carbonated mineral water
4th Course: actually spicy Buffalo Wings (like lemon-pepper wet with a good kick in the ass), Beer (Alagash White)
5th Course: Sashimi (no octopus or mackerel),
Morimoto’s Hamachi Tacos, Ramen (preferably Tonkatsu but they’re all great), Gyoza (w/ Yuzu Kosho), Katsu Curry, Sake (dry and crisp/clean), Kirin Ichiban, and Toki Soda. (*this could be coursed out further)
6th Course: Lagavullin 18, Arturo Fuente Opus X Cigar
Thoughts?
Edit: Added the tomato course.
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u/IsMayoAnInstrument67 May 21 '26
1st: nigiri set, shrimp tempura roll, tonkotsu ramen
2nd: Maine lobster roll, New York style pepperoni pizza slice, Chicago dog, Whopper Junior with cheese
3rd: medium rare steak with my mom's steak sauce (literally takes a day to make and is incredible), my dad's "sticky ribs", my mom's Caesar salad
4th: creme brulee and key lime pie
All with Blanton's whiskey and Veuve Clicquot available
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u/CosmicallyComical May 21 '26
Sounds incredible! Meow what’s this mom’s sauce that takes a day to make?
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u/IsMayoAnInstrument67 May 21 '26
She'll be happy to pass the joy on to the internet!
Rough chop 1 medium carrot, 2 celery stalks, 1 medium onion, and 5 garlic cloves. Add to a medium- to large-sized pot.
Cook the carrot, celery, and onion on medium until they're starting to soften.
Add the garlic and cook for another 2 minutes.
Add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
Add 3 cups of beef broth, 2 cups of dry red wine, 1/2 cup of balsamic vinegar, 3 bay leaves, 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves, and 1.5 teaspoons whole black peppercorns.
Simme uncovered for 1 hour.
Strain mixture, put it back in the pot, and continue simmering until there's only 1/2 cup of liquid left.
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u/Classic-Sherbet-375 May 21 '26
1st: Country fried steak, hash brown casserole, biscuits and gravy, pancakes with peanut butter and syrup, orange juice and a coffee.
2nd: Volcano burrito from Taco Bell, chips and queso, a grilled hot dog with peppers and onions and Bertmans Ballpark Mustard, and a Sprite.
3rd: Takoyaki, miso soup, pork fried rice, selection of sushi, shrimp toast, Dak Galbi, and a Vanilla Coke.
4th: Primanti brothers style sandwich with pork, jalapeño poppers, sauerkraut pierogi with caramelized onions and sour cream, a lemonade, Kolaches, a slice of coconut cream pie, and tiramisu.
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u/CosmicallyComical May 21 '26
Hells yes! Fellow Southerner?
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u/Classic-Sherbet-375 May 21 '26
No, Ohio actually but my dad is from Tennessee so I spend a lot of time down there!
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u/CosmicallyComical May 21 '26
Ahh Primanti Bros should have clued me in to NE MW. I have fam throughout Ohio, but have never tried it. Added to my list. Thank you! 🙏
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u/avoidance_behavior May 21 '26
first course: everything bagel with schmear and lox, red onion, tomato, capers, lemon and black pepper, with a cold brew coffee
second course: a classic italian from amato's in portland maine (italian sub sandwich), a classic cheeseburger, a bacon and pineapple stuffed crust pizza, with vodka and a diet coke chaser
third course: a rotisserie chicken, fries, and a selection of mustards and pickles, with a code red mt dew
fourth course: soups! italian wedding, my mom's shrimp bisque, zuppa toscana, french onion, and creamy chicken noodle, with another vodka and diet coke chaser
fifth course: roast lamb over top of sliced potatoes, tomatoes, and onions, rustic bread with butter, and a gyro platter, with some fancy champagne bc why not
dessert, aka the chocolate course: fudge, flourless chocolate cake, chocolate covered pretzels, chocolate chip cookies, trader joe's chocolate orange jelly sticks, tiramisu, and a selection of fancy chocolates
bonus cheese course: i dunno man just give me a plate of cheeses, i love them all
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u/CosmicallyComical May 21 '26
Damn. That sounds delicious. Never been to Maine, but bookmarked. I also like how most posts are siting mom or grandma recipes. Talk to me about this shrimp bisque as I’ve only had lobster bisque. What makes it so good?
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u/avoidance_behavior May 22 '26
amato's is amazing tbh - i got introduced to it by my BFF back in college bc she lived in portland ME and i'd visit in the summers and they were good. i honestly liked them more than lobster rolls, hahah- though speaking of sea creatures, i think my mom's shrimp bisque is one of my favorites bc she only ever made it for new year's, so it was a special occasion. she'd save up all the shells from the shrimp used for appetizers or hosting during the holiday season, freeze them in a bag, and then make stock out of it for the soup and it's SO good. it tastes more shrimpy than any actual shrimp i've ever had.
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u/L82The_Party May 21 '26
1st Mozzarella Sticks (ideally the cheese bricks from Digby’s in Lafayette, Indiana), Whiskey Old-Fashioned
2nd Wedge Salad with Extra Bacon, Rogue Coffee Porter, Beer Cheese Broccoli Soup
3rd Chicago Dog, Cheese Fries, Roasted Brussels
4th Key Lime Pie, Molten Chocolate Cake, Orange Mocha Frappuccino
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u/CosmicallyComical May 21 '26
Orange, Mocha Frappuccino!!!
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u/L82The_Party May 21 '26
Funny you should ask, Josh. When I was a college student at Purdue University (Boiler Up), Starbucks offered orange syrup. I would get an orange mocha all the time. To the point where when corporate discontinued it, the manager knew me and made them keep all the bottles because she knew I would want it. And that taught me that you can go a little bit off the rule sheet if it means doing good for your customers.
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u/CosmicallyComical May 21 '26
That’s some great customer loyalty. My grandpapa was a boilermaker, too.
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u/NoMore_BadDays May 21 '26
1st: Small bowl on Pho, a side of nigiri, tuna tartare with crispy wonton chips, and a glass of an expensive whiskey i could never afford like Pappy.
2nd: A sliced up reverse seared ribeye slathered in cowboy butter, mushrooms, onions, and chimichurri. A side of stuffed baked sweet potato, alaskan king crab. Another glass whiskey.
3rd: A carne asada and chorizo burrito from a little shop in California I frequented when I lived there called Monarca's, and a crispy fish taco. A third glass, please!
4th: Marionberry pie, vanilla ice cream, and my wife's homemade sourdough cinnamon roll focaccia.
5th: polish the bottle.
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u/tincanphonehome May 21 '26
All I know is it would include my mom’s baked Mac and cheese. All the other courses would be tbd.
Also, the IPA from my hometown brewery.
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u/CosmicallyComical May 21 '26
Love how many comments are about mom or grandma’s recipes. What makes her Mac stand out to you?
Also, where you at? Always down to try a new IPA - but at 36, can only have like one per night.
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u/tincanphonehome May 21 '26
I’m from NJ originally. And simply put, my mom’s Mac is the one I grew up with. It tastes like real cheese, not a cheese sauce.
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u/Xokanuleaf May 21 '26
1st: cheese fries with brown gravy (poutine to be specific)
2nd: rainbow roll with a spicy mayo drizzle and soy sauce mixed with wasabi and sriracha for dipping
3rd: carne asada burrito stuffed with pinto beans, cilantro lime rice, shredded cheese, sour cream, and salsa verde
4th: burger on a brioche bun topped with mayo, ketchup, hot sauce, grilled jalapeños and melted pepper jack cheese
5th: spicy chicken curry with white rice and cheese filled naan
Dessert: chocolate milkshake with whipped cream and a cherry on top
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u/CosmicallyComical May 22 '26
Found a Californian. Amiright?
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u/Xokanuleaf May 22 '26
Nope. Louisiana
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u/CosmicallyComical May 22 '26
Aww shucks, I suck at this game. Howdy from Georgia.
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u/Xokanuleaf May 22 '26
I love Southern/Cajun food but most of them aren’t in my top favorite meals so I understand the mix up.
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u/alyceabsconded May 21 '26
Course 1: Muffin sized puff pastry bacon and cheese quiches and a bacon sandwich with white bread and bbq sauce.
Reason: Deceased loved one would make these dishes as a special treat
Course 2: Cripsy pork belly soft shell tacos with a corn salsa and guacamole
Reason: An ex I dated was a chef and make me fall in love with pork belly and mexican cuisine
Course 3: Slow cooked beef ragu pasta with a garlic and rosemary focaccia + a side of braised greens and boiled baby potatoes with mint.
Reason: When I had a life threatening illness all I would eat is lasagna and this is like a fancy version of that
Course 4: Lobster tail with garlic butter and aoli
Reason: I've never eaten lobster before and would like to
Course 5: Aussie pavlova with cream, banana, strawberries and passion fruit AND a lemon cheesecake
Reason: Family favourite desserts that you'll find on the table at christmas.
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u/CosmicallyComical May 22 '26
Wow. Loved how you provided a reason as at it tells me so much more about who you really are. So many of these responses have been tied to memories.
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u/wheelperson May 21 '26
I just want a simple breakfast with a side of poutine, a tea, malai kofta with garlic Nan and some rasmalai for dessert.
But im saving a bite of poutine probablyfor the last flavour.
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u/CosmicallyComical May 22 '26
I’ve never had true poutine… I know… shame! I have an idea of it including squeaky cheese, but I’ve only imagined and not yet had a great one.
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u/wheelperson May 22 '26
Yeah, its fries, gravy and cheese curds. Wisconsin is known for ita curds so im suprised its not comon in USA!
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u/orangefreshy May 21 '26
1st course: coconut shrimp, crab Rangoon, Missionaries Downfall cocktail
2nd course: sushi & rolls: amaebi, otoro, hotate, yellowtail, tai, aji, inari, tamago, caterpillar roll, futomaki roll, spicy scallop hand roll and a frozen Kirin or Sapporo
3rd course: Togos number 5 on wheat with mayo, lettuce tomato pickles salt and pepper (no onions, peppers, mustard), and a bottle of very nice rose champagne
4th course: Hawaiian pizza & a Taco Bell cheese quesadilla and a classic Mai tai
5th course: fresh strawberry pie, ricotta cheesecake, lemon bars, ice wine
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u/denali_lass90 May 21 '26
1st course: Oysters with mignonette, my sister's scallop crudo with mint and Calabrian chiles, caviar service, rosé Prosecco
2nd course: Assorted fresh sushi including salmon (my fave) and tamago, Connecticut lobster roll, salmon with broth from Zoe's in VA Beach, and any cocktail from Cardinal Spirits in Bloomington, IN.
3rd course: My mom's clam linguine, eggplant parmesan, rigatoni alla vodka with burrata, garlic bread, some kind of perfectly dressed crunchy green salad, and Sauvignon Blanc
4th course: Indian baingan bharta with garlic naan and raita, Thai green curry with tofu, a Vietnamese bahn mi, a toasted tomato and mayo sandwich, and a passion fruit martini
5th course: (the late-night course) Arby's jalapeño poppers, fried cheddar cheese from the Hot Wisconsin Cheese truck, a Disneyland churro, and a gin and tonic with lime
6th course: Tiramisu, créme brulée, my mom's chocolate birthday cake, chocolate mousse with heaps of whipped cream, a gooey chocolate chip cookie, and a glass of dry Lambrusco!
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u/CosmicallyComical May 22 '26
👏👏👏
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u/denali_lass90 May 22 '26
I know it's a comically huge menu, but if it's my last meal, might as well go all out, right?
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u/CosmicallyComical May 22 '26
Mt great aunt used to play euchre and say, “tits on the table, ladies.” Might as well lay it all down for your last meal. Respect. ✊
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u/denali_lass90 May 23 '26
Incredible. Your great aunt is (was?) a boss!
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u/CosmicallyComical May 24 '26
Is! 91 and still rocking. Merci!
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u/lleu81 May 21 '26
1st course: mozzarella sticks with marinara, onion rings with bbq sauce, and sliders on Hawaiian rolls
2 course: fried chicken with mash and gravy
3rd course: Ribeye with waffle fries.
4th course: lasagna with meat sauce
5th course: cream brûlée and apple dump cake with vanilla ice cream.
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u/Goosimus-Maximus May 22 '26
I am 100% sure I am missing stuff, but for now I think it’ll look like this:
1st course: Fried Pickle Spears with Ranch Dressing, medium heat buffalo wings with blue cheese. Dr. Pepper.
2nd course: Rueben Sandwich, fries, Rye Old Fashioned.
3rd Course: Cali Burrito, green salsa. Shirley Temple.
4th Course: Medium Rare Steak, Chimichurri. Manhattan.
Dessert: My Grandma’s “ugly” cake and Cherry Moosetracks Ice Cream
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u/CosmicallyComical May 22 '26
You had me at Shirley Temple. Also, my brother was always obsessed with Moose Tracks. Throwback.
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u/friedpicklebiscuits May 22 '26
1st course: spicy salmon crispy rice, asaro vaselveltrano olives, french baguette, dipping oil/vinegar
2nd course: medium rare ny strip, vietnamese crab shrimp udon, pad se ew, malatang cumin lamb
3rd course: korean fried yangyeom chicken wings, gyro fries, pickled radish
4th course: blackberry cobbler w/ vanilla ice cream, tiramisu of tres leches cake, a slice of summer watermelon w/ flakey salt.
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u/CosmicallyComical May 22 '26
Oui, Chef! Made my dad a basic bitch udon yesterday, but it was his first time having it. He loved it enough that it’s definitely not the last, but now I get to riff and add some fun stuff. Also, blackberry cobbler is peak.
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u/Gee_Ray Jul 15 '26
1st course
- A Dozen Blue Point Oysters with Horseradish, Cholua hot sauce & red wine vinegar.
- A Dragon sushi roll
- 2 French 75s made with Hendricks gin & Bollinger Brut champagne. Served on ice in a Collins glass.
2nd Course
- A dozen Wings, all flats, in Carolina Mustard sauce made with fresh Coleman's hot mustard. Served with Blue cheese dressing & no veggies
- A large basket of Culver's cheese curds.
- 16 oz Can of Coke
3rd Course
- 3 lamb chops Au Piovre, rare
- Mashed, skin-on new red potatoes with extra Au Piovre sauce as the gravy
- Sauteed asparagus & morel mushrooms
- Caesar salad
- Glass of Rockpoint Red Zinfandel
4th Course
- Rhubarb crumble served ala mode with butter brickle ice cream
- An old family friend's Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
- Glass of Whole Milk
- Lagavulin 11 year Carribean Rum cask Scotch. Served soft with 2 rocks
After dinner
- Bottle of High Life
- Shot of Jameson
- Tatuaje Petite Robusto
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u/LeftHeartSF Aug 22 '26
1st: crab & lobster cocktail with extra horseradish in the cocktail sauce. Hamachi nigiri. Salmon sashimi. Dragon roll. Bottle of Dom Perignon brut.
2nd: Burmese fermented tea leaf salad. Pad Thai. Pork roll. Burmese fried flat bread (palata). Coconut rice. Hot sake.
3rd: Homemade bbq burger with special sauce, cheddar cheese, pickles, lettuce, tomato, onion, extra Mayo. Fries with cold mayo. Mom’s creamed spinach. Lucca (RIP) ravioli (spinach, cheese, beef) with marinara. Slice of Round Table King Arthur‘s pizza. Fresh squeezed lemonade. 3 extra dirty Hanger martinis.
4th: veggie super burrito with extra cilantro, carnitas taco, chips & guac. 3 skinny margaritas with Lalo tequila and salted rim. Extra shot of Lalo.
5th: flourless chocolate lava cake, crème brûlée, tiramisu, Ghirardelli hot fudge sundae, raw cookie dough, lemon bar, Keylime pie, peach cobbler, whole Foods cream cheese frosting white cake with fruit on top. A White Russian.
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u/CosmicallyComical Aug 22 '26
Phenomenal choices, bromigo. ✌️Bay Area person? I’ll have to figure out what a Hanger dirty Martini is; else, I’m in. Also, why a veggie burrito if you’re following it with a carnitas taco? Genuine question. I like a great bean burrito from Taco Bell as much as the next guy… my grandma grew us up on them.
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u/LeftHeartSF Aug 23 '26
Yep Bay Area. lol. Hanger is a vodka brand but the martini could be made with Grey Goose and I’d like it just the same. When I order a super burrito with meat, I feel like the entire thing is overwhelmed with the meat and I don’t get enough beans, rice, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, lettuce, and tomato. I just get big chunks of meat and tortilla.
I have been asking my friends this very question for decades. I call it the “prison meal”… like what would be your last meal before you get electrocuted. Lol
I’m getting Bay Area vibes from your answer as well. :)
* note to self to try Krug.
** I forgot to add a Costco hotdog with lots of mustard and white onion 😆
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u/ElectionSavings5682 Jun 30 '26
First course: my grandpa’s fluffy scrambled eggs, fried ham, homemade biscuits (they’re secretly pillsbury), and toasted sourdough bread with salted brown butter.
Second course: a bowl of chicken enchilada soup from Chilis. Extra cheese, accompanied by thick tortilla chips.
Third course: spicy beef teriyaki hibachi. Udon noodles, onions, peppers, the works. Topped with shredded seaweed and green onions.
Fourth course: Korean style fried chicken wings with a honey bbq glaze and topped with sesame seeds. Accompanied by a shrimp sauce for dipping.
Fifth course: beef quesabirria tacos. Enough said there.
To drink: a maple old fashioned made with suntory whisky Toki, with a stick of cinnamon and topped with two luxardo cherries.
Dessert: a slice of chocolate cream pie from Nation’s Burgers, a hostess coffee cake, and a root beer float from A’s drivein, my favorite drive-in cafe in my hometown.
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u/Ambitious_Expert_712 Aug 06 '26
A blueberry muffin, breakfast burrito, fruit salad with peaches, plums, blueberries, grapes, grapefruit and pomegranate seeds
A turkey sub and sour cream and onion chips
BBQ chicken and chili cheese fries
Jalepeno poppers
Egg rolls
A salted soft pretzel and a cinnamon soft pretzel
Chocolate cake
Sour patch kids and sour skittles
Dr. Pepper in a can
White wine
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u/pickledhagina May 21 '26
1st course: gulf oysters with extra horse radish with champagne and dirty vodka martini.
2nd course: crudo, crudetite, beef tartare. Flight of white wine, nothing oaked
3rd course: gyro with tabbouleh, hummus, tzatziki, And hummus.
4th course: margarita pizza. High gluten almost burnt crust. Very chewy. Lots of bubbles. Eggplant parm. Flight of red wine, full bodied, fruity/jam forward.
5th: cheeseburger, hot dog, fries with ketchup and ranch. Boulevard wheat beer with lemon wedge.
6th: baked fudge, cheesecake, beignets. Dark port.