

There's a little slot on the back for holding "diffusing papers" that you can drop an aromatic essence onto; then, when you take a bite, you also get a whiff of fragrance. The starter kit comes with 21 different aromas, from chocolate to wasabi to truffle to mint.


It sounds a little gimmicky, but that's kind of the point of molecular gastronomy, right?

After all, traditional methods of cooking and eating offer a limited range of experiences. Once you've tried everything, you have to think out of the box to make it exciting. And, for $60, the Aroma R-Evolution kit—which includes four Aromaforks, 21 aromas, 4 droppers, 50 diffusing papers, and something called a "multi-sensory evening program"—sure is cheaper than the tasting menu at WD-50.


Then, when you're ready, you can upgrade to Aromaspoons for another $25. [FastCo.Design]