Gastromolecular

Definition

Also known as molecular gastronomy—applying scientific methods to cooking (spheres, foams, gels)—when cooking becomes physics and nobody invites you to casual dinner parties.

Example Usage

The restaurant serves caviar made from balsamic vinegar spheres—true gastromolecular pretension.

Origin

Modern term combining 'gastronomy' with 'molecular'

Fun Fact

Molecular gastronomy chefs use sodium alginate and calcium chloride to create the caviar effect through spherification.

Source: Modern culinary innovation literature

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