The end of the world

If it is 6 PM on Sunday, April 26, 2009 then my automated time-elapsed post has been successful.

As you read this now, I am dining on the following menu posted below. Many thanks to the king of the underground dining community in Toronto, Charlie Burger.

As I mentioned in an earlier post, this menu is based around the chef's notion of what his last meal on earth should be. Details of the event to follow. Stay tuned.

Menu & Wine Pairing

Selection of Hors D’oeuvres

Omnibus of Bison:
Jerky, Satays, Steamed Buns

Rob Howland’s Unpasteurized Butter
Assortment of Crusty Breads, Radishes and Pickles
Langdon Maple Martini

Amuse Bouche: Colville Bay Oysters
Lemongrass and Shallot Mignonette

Marinated Scallops and Charred Octopus
Mango, Tamarind and Red Chili
2006 Pinot Grigio IGT, CANDONI, Delle Venezie - ITALY

Opus of Rouen Duck
Cured and Roasted Breast, Boiled Egg, Leg Confit, Gizzards, with Glutinous Rice, Lotus Root and Leaf
2006 Barbera D'Alba DOC, "Piani" PELISSERO, Piemonte - ITALY

Seared Itoham Kobe Beef Striploin
Braised Cheeks, Ginger and Kaffir Lime Consommé
2005 Langhe Rosso DOC, "Long Now" PELISSERO, SUPER Piemonte - ITALY

Cashew Praline and Meringue Torte
Mangosteen, Coconut Caramel Ice Cream
"WHITE NUN" - Vecchia Romagna Brandy

Sweet Gifts
Buffalo Milk Bonbons, Purple Yam Truffles, Rice Cakes