Design: Mad-Scientist Tableware

By Megan Krigbaum

Chemistry-inspired serving pieces and other tabletop accessories are bringing molecular gastronomy to the dining room.

Mixology Rack

Intended for preserving fresh herbs, this rack by Roost looks great on a bar filled with an array of cocktail garnishes. $49; raincollection.com.

Chartreuse rubber Hex place mats from Vitamin have coordinating coasters in black. $63 for 6 mats, $27 for 5 coasters; vitaminliving.com.

Droog’s Salad Sunrise XL is like two cruets in one, operating on the principle that oil floats on top of vinegar. $70; droog.com.