Traditionally, Valentine’s Day is commemorated on February 14th. This Monday will be filled with greeting cards, flowers, gifts and food. While searching this subject I have found out about certain foods that are considered a romantic gift to our senses. They are also referred to as aphrodisiacs and not only is their aroma something to lure your beloved, their flavors also are particularly tempting. Some of these suggested foods might do the trick for your Valentine.
While alcohol is usually presented in the form of wine or champagne (the drink of lovers), it is wise to drink in small quantities, lest you dull the warm glow, and your senses, by overindulging. Less is definitely more. Three servings of beautiful green asparagus used to be served to bridegrooms for a more pleasurable wedding night. The yellow banana with its shape and creamy texture was believed to enhance male performance. High in zinc, caviar supposedly can stimulate the formation of testosterone in a man.
Almost everyone loves chocolate! It does double duty by acting as a sedative to relax and lower inhibitions, and also as a stimulant to increase physical desire. Ancient Greeks celebrated the harvesting of figs with frenzied rituals of passion.
I’ve heard it said that ginseng increases desire for physical contact and this is easy to believe. Natural perfumes made from almond and vanilla, and some herbs and spices, seem to act as pheromones when applied to the skin. You could choose to try the Japanese way of flirting with death, by indulging in eating some puffer fish. You might get a sexual thrill, but make certain the poisonous gland is removed properly! A much safer seafood is the lovely and versatile oyster. It is believed that these sea creatures have the ability to switch from male to female and some think this allows the diner to experience both the masculine and feminine feelings of love. Back in ancient Egypt, some pharaohs liked the spicy radish and thought of it as divine, because its taste stimulated the palate. Very expensive truffles, dark and musky, have been believed to arouse both body and palate.
Whether you celebrate Valentine’s Day with food, flowers, chocolates, surprise jewelry boxes, a night on the town, the theatre, or just cooking dinner at home, remember it’s the thought that counts. Set the mood by adding a few candles on the dining room table or around the room. Get a romantic movie, listen to love songs or write a poem, because as long as you’re enjoying this beautiful day with your loved one, or those special friends of yours … you’ll be celebrating love, and really, that’s the whole point.
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