It is not necessary to enter an extravagant, crimson-shaded restaurant playing chilling love songs to create euphoria of romance. In fact, as the saying “the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach” goes, you can simply spice up a luscious meal using a variety of magical ingredients, or mythical love potions.
HOOKED's Top 5 Lust-inducing Foods
Honey
In Egyptian times, honey was often used in medicines to cure impotence and sterility. Wedding traditions in some cultures include the offering of honey to a bridegroom and even the term “honeymoon” stems from an ancient tradition of couples going into seclusion and drinking mead, a honey concoction, thought to improve, or “sweeten” the marriage.
Oysters
Aphrodisiac folklore holds that Casanova ate fifty raw oysters every morning with his lady de jour. Loaded with protein and zinc, oysters are believed to increase the sexual performance of both male and female. What are you waiting for? Fresh raw oysters with a dash of lemon juice and a splash of Tabasco and you're good to go!
Chocolate
Chocolates are known by the Aztecs as the “nourishment of the Gods”. The Aztec ruler reportedly drank fifty cups of chocolate to satisfy his harem of 600 women. Chocolate contains a chemical that produces feelings of euphoria associated with being in love. Bittersweet chocolates paired with an array of sweet wines can create a wonderful sensation in the taste buds, and in your lover’s arms. For an undeniable craving of chocolate, you can visit Max Brenner’s Chocolate Bar (Esplanade Mall)
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Avocado
The Aztecs named the avocado tree “Ahuacuatl”, which means “testicle tree”. Its effect was considered to be so powerful, that village maidens were forbidden to set foot outside while the fruit was being collected. For healthy food lovers, avocado fruit salad may be just what you need. So, pucker up to the tantalizing fleshiness of the fruit!
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Wine
“In today's enlightened times, love potions have more to do with slowing down, relaxing and fully enjoying your senses. Wine is part of the equation because it fosters relaxation," explains Martha Hopkins, author of InterCourses: An Aphrodisiac Cookbook. Drinking wine can be an erotic experience which will greatly enhance the romantic interlude. Feast your eyes on the sensuous color of wine, savor the delicious sweetness of it on your lips, and allow the rush of pleasure through the veins to embark you and your loved one on a magical evening of romance.
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