The Sexiest Date Foods to Share with Your Lover
What is it about aphrodisiac foods that make them that way? While many aphrodisiac ingredients have a stimulating effect on the libido because of their chemical make-up, there is much more going on that makes these foods sexy to eat. Many aphrodisiacs appeal to the senses in a way that reminds our bodies of sex. Certain foods have phallic shapes or curves that are reminiscent of the curves of the female form. Other foods have intense colors that cause both physical reactions and psychological reactions based on years of building sexual associations with those colors. Some aphrodisiacs are sexy to eat because the process of eating them creates physical sensations in our mouths that remind us of sex. Smooth and creamy avocado melts over the tongue and Oysters slip down the throat in ways that tease our mouths and leave us wanting more. Certain taste sensations can even be sexy by their very nature. A spicy meal sets the mood for spicy and hot encounter. Sweets can make you feel romantic and make a lover want to take his time to enjoy every bite of the meal and you. Crunchy foods can make a lover feel frisky and playful. Serve your lover foods that will lead him or her down the path that most excites you.
Where do I start?
Aphrodisiac or not, you are going to want to chose foods that go well together. Try choosing a theme such as an opium den, a Moroccan temple, or a night in the Garden of Eden. You don’t have to go so far as to don a fig leaf or hire belly dancers. Having a theme in mind just gives you an inspiring picture to work from. It ensures that the colors, smells, and tastes you choose will be cohesive and set a specific mood. Choose an appetizer that lets your lover know right away what he or she is in for.
Consider pouring two classes of rich red wine. Wine relaxes the body, and the deep red color causes the mind to wander to other sensual images. If wine doesn’t work with the theme you have chosen, consider serving Pina Coladas directly from carved out pineapples. Pineapple has been known as the perfect ingredient to stiffen his resolve, and adding some spicy rum will fire up his desire.
For appetizers, consider serving a plate of homemade hummus garnished with sprinkles of Saffron and Pine nuts. The garlic in the hummus has been known for centuries to stir up desire, but it does, of course, have some undesirable disadvantages. Just don’t overdo it. Saffron and other spices bring about excitement, and pine nuts are rich in Zinc, a major boon to your man’s staying power. You could also try throwing together a salad super sexy greens that includes Arugula to get her fire burning, Basil for a sense of well being, and Truffles to make her skin responsive to each touch. Accent the salad with creamy and suggestive slices of avocado.
A Feast for the Inner Beast
Though Oysters are probably the most famous staple food of the aphrodisiac diet, you won’t go wrong with most kinds of seafood. Seafood is light, leaving lots of energy for after dinner, and it contains certain vitamins and minerals other protein sources don’t. Choose seafood that is fun to eat like shrimp, scallops, or oysters. Crab or Lobster could be messier than you prefer, but sometimes the spraying juices and the crunching of shells can bring out your lovers sexual aggressiveness.
Non-seafood options could be a red meat with a mustard marinade. Mustard is said to have a stimulating effect on the sexual glands. If you don’t eat red meat, try chicken or duck in a raspberry glaze. Berries are full of antioxidants including vitamin C, which can help him rise to the occasion. If your theme is Asian, create a stir-fry with lots of fresh ginger. Ginger stimulates the circulation that is essential for a night of vigorous activity. For a Moroccan or Middle-Eastern feel, prepare lamb with a honey glaze. Honey is widely used as a cure for impotence and sterility, and its sticky sweet texture really sets the mood. Stare at your lover as you lick the sauce off your fingers or his. If you really want to go all out, find a recipe for the Moroccan dish Bstila. Bstila is a phyllo dough pastry shell filled with chicken, nuts, and cinnamon. Cinnamon excites the senses, and nuts stimulate lust. The dish is dusted with powdered sugar and eaten by hand. The delicious meat pastry is guaranteed to lead to a flirtatious fight over the last piece.
For side dishes, through in Asparagus, which is incredibly symbolic of his masculinity. It is also known to have a stimulating effect on his equipment. Carrots also share that familiar shape. They are high in vitamins and beta-carotene, which can aid his performance. Carrots also have a natural psychological association with springtime: the season of love. They also have much funnier association with a long-eared, fury, springtime creature for whom lovemaking is said to be a favorite activity.
Case Closed: The Perfect Ending, or Beginning to the Perfect Evening
Desserts are almost no-brainers as aphrodisiacs. The same words that describe goodies, could also describe the perfect lover or the act of love. Desserts are sweet and smooth, warm and soft, exciting and hard to pass-up. There are certain desserts that slightly better track records than others as far as closing the night with a bang.
Vanilla makes lovers feel lustful, and coffee helps him stay up after bedtime. Serve coffee with vanilla extract or vanilla syrup. You could also brew up vanilla lattes if you have an espresso machine. Men, always include chocolate as part of a seductive meal. Chocolate releases the same chemicals as sex, and most women crave it as much as they do sex. Combining the two is a natural for a woman, and she will thank you for it for hours. Strawberries, which are also an aphrodisiac, are delicious dipped in chocolate fondue and they have perfect little handles for hand feeding.
Nutmeg drives men crazy, and it can do so literally in high quantities as it is known to have a hallucinogenic effect. Pumpkin pie has a creamy texture that comforts men and puts them at ease. The nutmeg in pumpkin pie, however, will have him contemplating his next source of comfort with each bite.
A plate of fresh figs has an obvious visual association as do whole bananas. Either fruit is sure to make your intentions clear, and you will never tire of watching your lover devour natures sinful little treats. Men, don’t forget to offer your lady some black licorice, as the smell will drive her wild. If you want to get really adventurous, take a hint from the Indians, and mix a both of rock candy crystals with licorice-smelling anise seeds. Chewing on the two together with release her inner temptress.
It’s all about Intention
No matter what aphrodisiac recipe you choose, the most important thing is that you will have shown your lover that it was important to you to impress them. Take your time and have fun. The more care you put into creating your perfect evening, the more likely you are to get the desired result. Every lover responds to being made the center of attention.
