We compiled a list of some of the coolest, weirdest, and downright shocking vending machines from around the world.
Here goes:
Gold to Go Vending Machine
Where to find it: Dubai
It’s called the Gold to Go machine, and it’s the first-ever gold vending machine, found in Dubai Mall, UAE.
This machine is guarded by armored guards all day long, and rightfully so. This glittering ATM spits out 24-karat gold in 320 different forms: gold bars, coins, and even jewelry.
2. Crab Vending Machine
Where to find it: China
Why wait in line at the grocery store when you can buy your crab from a subway station vending machine?
It’s true. Live hairy crabs are displayed in a vending machine at a main subway station in Nanjing, Jiangsu province. The machine, which is restocked daily, sells crabs for around 20 RMB ($3.27), along with the appropriate condiments (crab vinegar and two bags of ginger tea).
3. Raw Milk Vending Machine
Where to find it: Europe
Raw milk vending machines are drawing plenty of European customers — this delicacy is all the rage these days, but it’s also met with huge controversy. Is raw milk actually safe to drink?
4. Let’s Pizza Vending Machine
Where to find it: Italy
Microwave pizza just met it’s match. Why settle for soggy pizza just because you’re in a rush? Now you can put some money in a vending machine, push a button, and three minutes later, you’ll have freshly made pizza.
The machine, called Let’s Pizza, can be loaded with the ingredients for making 100 pizzas, from scratch! Not joking: it even makes the dough!
5. Moet & Chandon Champagne Vending Machine
Where to find it: London
Finally. Moet & Chandon recently created the most classy vending machine to date! A vending machine that dispenses champagne. Located in the Selfridges department store in London, is this unique vending machine that sells miniature bottles of champagne.
Can I get one of these put in my house? Please?