Culinary Innovations: Molecular Gastronomy and Beyond What is the primary focus of molecular gastronomy in culinary innovation? Traditional Cooking Techniques Use of Locally Sourced Ingredients Chemical and Physical Transformations Vegan and Plant-Based Cuisine None Which chef is often credited as a pioneer of molecular gastronomy? Julia Child Ferran Adrià Gordon Ramsay Wolfgang Puck None What is spherification in molecular gastronomy? Cooking with spherical pots and pans Creating spherical shapes using gels Using spherical fruits in recipes Spherical presentation of dishes None What is the purpose of foams in molecular gastronomy? Adding flavor and aroma Improving texture Enhancing nutritional value Extending shelf life None What role do liquid nitrogen and dry ice play in molecular gastronomy? Flavor enhancers Cooking fuels Temperature control agents Plating tools None Time's up Most Popular Most Popular