I recently read Bourdain’s Kitchen Confidential, where he poo-poos molecular gastronomy, but I don’t know how you couldn’t be impressed by this. Granted, he has come around on the concept, but the work Grant Achatz has produced is beautiful and, from what i understand, delicious. While I prefer simplicity in my food, I could watch videos like this all day.
I also recommend you check out the videos from Aviary Cocktails, where Achatz and his cohorts explain how some of their amazing drinks are made. [via waxy]