At The Inventing Room, food isn’t just for eating—it’s an interactive, science-driven adventure that’s a hit with both kids and adults. Chef and owner Ian Kleinman has taken cooking to a whole new level, blending science experiments with a love for candy, desserts, and outrageous presentations. The experience is a must for people who love to play with their food.
What began as a catering operation seventeen years ago has evolved into a one-of-a-kind shop in the Highlands offering chef demonstrations where liquid nitrogen transforms classic sweets. During the Sugar Science experience, sixteen guests get a close-up view as desserts are created before their eyes using innovative techniques. You’ll start by eating freeze-dried strawberry nitro popcorn that releases puffs of smoke as you chew, then dive into Oreo space foam—a cool, crunchy dessert that’ll take you back to the ’80s. It’s not just about tasting— it’s about seeing, feeling, and experiencing food in a whole new way.
You can take the inventive offerings home with you by hiring The Inventing Room to cater your next party with liquid nitrogen presentation stations and desserts dropped from drones. There are also private dinners at the Highlands shop and monthly Gobblefunk dinners where diners show up knowing the theme but not the menu.
While the creations are fun, Kleinman emphasizes safety. “Kids can enjoy the spectacle,” he says, “but cooking with candy at 350 degrees is not something they can do themselves. It’s basically lava. We offer chef demonstrations, not group experiments. So, kids, don’t try this at home.”
