Design: Mad-Scientist Tableware

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

By Megan Krigbaum Updated March 31, 2015

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.