South Florida’s 5 Best Aphrodisiac Dishes

According to Greek mythology, the goddess Aphrodite was carried to earth on the shell of a scallop. Subsequently, scallops are known to raise sexual hormone levels in both men and women. Opt for Terra Mare’s signature seared scallops, served with a jalapeño-corn “sponge” and poblano, to get those levels rising.

Traditionally a Japanese delicacy, uni is still considered there to be an aphrodisiac with its strong ocean smell and is thick, creamy, and buttery texture. Try it on top of a simply grilled half avocado, which have a reputation as an aphrodisiac dating all the way back to the Aztecs, for a love-inducing combo at AZABU Miami Beach.

Chocolate contains phenylethylamine, a stimulant that elicits excitement, so it is no wonder why Elcielo’s chocotherapy is a real crowd pleaser. This unique first-course involves washing your hands with chocolate and licking it off of your fingers—or someone else’s. 

Get in the mood with this sippable “No Figgity No Doubt” cocktail at KYU, made with figs that are high in amino acids that boost sexual stamina and increase libido.

Legend has it that Casanova credited the 50 oysters a day he ate as the reason for his boundless libido—making the tasty bivalve the most well-known aphrodisiac in the world. Ariete’s version offers them wood-grilled and topped with bone marrow butter for an extra indulgent take on a classic dish.