VENDING MACHINES THAT DELIVER MORE THAN SODA AND CANDY

They are usually the source of a quick snack or a drink on the go — but vending machines around the world seem to be serving much more.

Gold. The “Gold to Go” vending machine at the Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi dispenses the precious metal to order.

Live crabs. Crawling crustaceans are on sale from a vending machine in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, China.

Cupcakes. A “Cupcake ATM” was created by Sprinkles bakery in New York City.

Caviar. Only those with the finest culinary tastes — and the fattest wallets — are likely to be seen in front of this Beverly Hills vending machine dishing up posh portions of caviar.

Ties. A tie vending machine in Tokyo, Japan, ensures no-one in the city has an excuse for an untidy appearance at work.

Umbrellas. No-one will be caught out by the weather in China with the ULA umbrella vending machine at their disposal.

Legos. The Lego vending machine is building up a strong fan base in Munich, Germany.

Pizza. The machine bake the pizza first in Cologne, France.

Mashed potatoes. Located in in Singapore, the vending machine serves the mashed potatoes in a paper cup topped with chicken and gravy.

Guitar strings. Get your strings 24-hours a day in Memphis, Tennessee.

Baguettes. Straight from the oven — sort of — get baguettes served up mostly fresh in Paris.