How noise can reach our mouth

The bitter taste from low notes is just one discovery that has been made that shows how sound can affect particular tastes or textures we experience when we eat. Research has now found that there is a direct link between the ear and the nose, which may go some way toward explaining how and why noise affects what we taste. Certain sounds can enhance tastes & mood - for example, classical music may enhance the perceived quality of food and wine and jazz can improve your mood. However, sound can also detract, and loud background noise can negatively affect how we experience flavour and texture.

According to Action on Hearing Loss; Background noise is a major and growing problem in restaurants, cafés, and pubs. Their research shows:

Mikkeller - Taipei

No. 241, Nanjing West Road,
Datong District, Taipei City

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of the people have left a restaurant due to noise.

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of the respondents said that background noise was the biggest problem they faced when eating out.

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of those surveyed write reviews on websites like TripAdvisor

Maintain a great design with a soundproofing ambience

The Mikkeller bar in the Dadaocheng neighbourhood of Taipei initially struggled with the impacts of background noise and high levels of sound. To face the problem, Rockfon offered a solution for noise reduction and a great opportunity to create a unique and beautiful space where to meet and have a good time. This quiet bar is now one of the most popular of the Taiwanese capital, the ideal place where to relax, try a homebrewed beer (or more!) among the long tap list, taste a glass of wine, and enjoy time with friends. Thanks to Rockfon’s high-quality materials and acoustic solutions this exclusive space attracts everyday local visitors and guests from all over the world.

Mikkeller - Taipei

Location:Taiwan
Architect:Keng Yu Design Office
Tiles:Rockfon® Eclipse
Edges:B
Dimensions:1160 x 1160

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