These five aphrodisiacs will make your Valentine's extra spicy

From oysters to chocolate: what aphrodisiacs can be found in the kitchen?

Set the candles on the table and chill the wine, because it’s Valentine’s Day: the day of love. So it’s high time for a romantic evening! And yes, even if you celebrate it alone or with friends, it can be fun to add some extra spice to your evening with the help of aphrodisiacs. You’ll find these passion boosters often in the kitchen and they have a strong influence on our thoughts and actions.

So, ready to give your romantic evening an extra boost? We’ll list five libido-boosting ingredients for you!

Oysters
One of the best-known aphrodisiacs is of course the oyster. Their effect as an aphrodisiac is due to their zinc content. Oysters contain a huge amount of zinc, and that just happens to have an arousing effect. In addition, eating oysters together is of course already very romantic. Add a glass of bubbles and your Valentine’s Day can’t go wrong.

Chocolate
Another well-known passion booster: chocolate. Especially dark chocolate, as it contains phenylethylamine and anandamide. According to scientists, these chemicals create feelings of happiness, excitement, and euphoria. Cocoa also contains tryptophan, an essential component of the neurotransmitter serotonin, also known as the happiness hormone. And of course, we never say no to a little extra happiness.

Avocado
In Spanish ‘aguacate’, but in Dutch known as Avocado. Aguacate is derived from the Aztec word ‘ahucatl’, which means testicle. (or: testicle tree). This is probably because of the shape of the fruit. Catholic Spanish priests found this fruit so indecent that they even banned it. Nowadays, avocados are fortunately eaten in abundance again. That is not only good for the libido, but also for general health. Avocados are full of folic acid, vitamin B6, and potassium, all of which stimulate the immune system.

Figs
One of the oldest fruits we know and which has always been associated with love and fertility: the fig. An open fig symbolizes the female sex organ and is considered erotic not only because of its exotic appearance, but also because it can increase sexual stamina. Perhaps that’s why Adam and Eve covered their private parts with, exactly, a fig leaf. 


Asparagus
Fun fact: in nineteenth-century France, grooms were served three courses of asparagus to help them perform well on their wedding night. Asparagus contains a lot of vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin B1, B2, vitamin E, and folic acid. Folic acid in particular can help boost histamine production, which in turn helps achieve orgasm. But be aware! We all know what effect asparagus can have on the smell of urine. Unfortunately, a somewhat less charming side effect during your romantic date, so try to limit those nineteenth-century three courses to just one. 


Would you rather celebrate Valentine’s Day on the weekend? We get it. These menus are still available to order for a romantic evening for two (or three, or four)! 

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