For kids: , $71.90
Kids can stare in wonder at this levitating globe that really stays up with the help of a magnetic field. Pop open the globe to stick in a magnet that works with the electromagnetic base to levitate and spin itself.
You can even 鈥� the magnet can levitate up to 12 ounces. The 4-inch globe can even entertain adults in the office, so long as there鈥檚 a power source nearby to plug in the base.
For adults: , $79.95
With this kit, the adventurous eater can make plenty of weird things in the kitchen: Pearls of balsamic vinegar. Arugula spaghetti. Ravioli made of goat cheese. The intro package includes both a cooking kit and a cookbook to introduce you to food science.
will make food behave in an unusual manner:
鈥� Calcium lactate (a calcium salt) and sodium alginate (made from brown algae) give liquids a spherical shape.
鈥� Agar-agar, a thickening agent made from red algae, helps create jellies and gel spaghetti.
鈥� Soy lecithin, used in many foods, keeps ingredients such as oil and vinegar mixed together in a process known as emulsification
鈥� Xanthan gum, made from fermented glucose, stabilizes the emulsification process
There are ten packets of each additive, good for at most 50 recipes.
The gastronomy kit also comes with a DVD of 50 recipes鈥攁nd the promise of an interesting dinner party.
