Is the Disgusting Food Museum Palma de Mallorca Worth Visiting? Yes, absolutely – if you’re ready to challenge your taste buds, laugh, learn, and discover how food connects and divides cultures around the globe. And with our exclusive deal, you can save 5€ per booking using the promo code MALLORCARD. We’ve secured this offer exclusively for our community – but act fast, as tickets with the discount are limited.

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A Unique Museum Experience in the Heart of Palma The Disgusting Food Museum Palma de Mallorca officially opened its doors in July 2025, bringing one of the world’s quirkiest museum concepts to the Balearic Islands. Located right in the center of Palma, this museum is not your typical exhibition space – it’s a place where curiosity, disgust, and cultural awareness collide.

With over 80 of the world’s most bizarre, controversial, or simply misunderstood dishes, the museum is designed to provoke and educate. From fermented shark (hákarl) and maggot-infested cheese (Casu Marzu) to fried insects, rotten tofu, and bull testicles, the Disgusting Food Museum Palma redefines what we consider “edible.”

Why Disgust? A Concept That Challenges Stereotypes Founder Andreas Ahrens, who personally welcomed guests on opening day, made it clear: “Disgust is not something you are born with. It is entirely shaped by culture.” What may make you gag in Germany might be a beloved delicacy in the Philippines, China, or Iceland.

The goal of the museum is not to mock, but to foster cultural understanding through the lens of food. Each item is carefully selected and presented with background info, cultural relevance, and (when possible) tasting options.

What to Expect at the Palma Location

• Modern, interactive design in a climate-controlled exhibition hall
• Informative placards in multiple languages (English, Spanish, German)
• Scent stations and sealed jars for the particularly potent exhibits
• A tasting bar at the end of the exhibit, offering 10-15 rotating items to sample
• Family-friendly setup (children under 6 enter free with a paying adult) The highlight for most visitors? The tasting station, where brave souls can try real examples of the museum’s signature dishes. On our visit, offerings included crickets, licorice with ammonium chloride, stinky tofu, surströmming, and more.

  Testimonials from Visitors at Other Locations The Disgusting Food Museum already has locations in Malmö (Sweden), Berlin, and Stuttgart. Here’s what visitors had to say:

  Marta, Berlin: “I went in expecting to be grossed out – and I was – but I also left with so much respect for other cultures. I learned more about the world in 90 minutes than in some geography classes.” Lukas, Stuttgart: “The tasting station was hilarious. I thought I could handle anything… until I tried fermented shark. Still, it’s a must-see.” Jenna, Berlin: “It was surprisingly emotional. The museum made me think about poverty, food waste, and privilege. It’s fun, but also deep.” Now, the Palma location brings the same interactive, thoughtful, and playful approach to a sunny Mediterranean setting – and it’s already becoming one of the top new attractions in Mallorca. Get Your Tickets Button

Behind the Scenes: Passion and Precision During our visit, we had the chance to speak directly with Andreas, the museum’s founder. His passion is infectious. Every jar, every display case, and every item on the tasting bar has a story.

He explained how the Palma team spent months sourcing authentic products, building relationships with importers, and ensuring that each item would be safe but still authentically disgusting to many Western palates. “This is not about sensationalism,” he said. “It’s about education and exploration. We want people to see their own food biases.”

Why It’s More Than Just a Gimmick The Disgusting Food Museum Palma isn’t just for shock value. It sparks deeper questions:

• Why do we eat cows but not insects?
• Why is blue cheese considered gourmet but stinky tofu is seen as revolting?
• What does food say about social class, religion, geography, and economy? It’s the perfect rainy-day activity in Palma, and also a great option for groups, families, or even team-building events. Tours are self-paced, and the average visit lasts 60–90 minutes.

  FAQ: Disgusting Food Museum Palma de Mallorca Where is it located?

  Carrer del Sindicat, 26, 07002 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain. Centrally located in Palma de Mallorca. Google