Aphrodisiac: any of various forms of stimulation thought to arouse sexual excitement. Aphrodisiacs may be classified in two principal groups: (1) psychophysiological (visual, tactile, olfactory, aural) and (2) internal (stemming from food, alcoholic drinks, drugs, love potions, medical preparations).
Aphrodisiacs were first sought out as a remedy for various sexual anxieties including fears of inadequate performance as well as a need to increase fertility. In ancient times a distinction was made between a substance that increased fertility versus one that simply increased sex drive… procreation being an important moral and religious issue.

Fruits

Strawberries & Cherries
Strawberries and cherries. Both of these fruits are very sensual. White chocolate covered fresh strawberries are divine. First you get the sweetness of the chocolate and then you juice of the strawberry. Many partners have even licked the juice from the strawberry of your lips. The cherry is best served either in bowl of its own juices which can be used to moisten lips and nipples or dipped in dark chocolate. Both of these fruits were made for that special night when romance is in the air.

Dates
In Iran, dates are reputed to be good for someone whose sex life is dwindling.

Apricot
Plump, pungent flavored apricots are considered a symbol of a sensual nature by the ancient Chinese.

Peach
The Chinese have long associated the peach with ripe sexuality. Its red blush color, silken fuzzy skin, juicy flesh and aroma make it a natural choice. Take a peek at Edouard Manet's once controversial painting, Dejeuner sur l'Herbe, and while your eye will first turn to look at the beautiful nude woman sitting next to the two clothed scholars, you will also notice the succulent peaches and other fruits she has brought to this very sensuous picnic. Everything that is ripe, sensual and arousing, the artist has placed in her corner of the painting. Very stimulating.

Papaya
This fruit bespeaks passion! Its musky fragrance and sweet, succulent flesh is a tropical delight. The small glistening black seeds encased in the fruit resemble another food touted as an aphrodisiac, caviar. If he likes it a little exotic, let him nibble on this.

Figs
This erotic, fleshy fruit is said to act as a powerful sexual stimulant and has been thought of for centuries as a symbol of fertility and love. Also it is no coincidence that the fig leaf has been used to cover the genitals of those embarrassed by their nakedness.

Vegetables

Asparagus
Firm, long tender stalks evoke erotic images in one's mind. In nineteenth century France, convention decreed that a bridegroom's prenuptial dinner contain at least three courses of warm asparagus because of its reputed aphrodisiac powers!

Carrots
This root vegetable with its phallic shape is truly erotic. Early Middle Eastern royalty regarded the carrot to be a significant aid in seduction and enjoyed it often. Grown deep in the earth this vegetable inspires his deepest, most private fantasies. Either raw or cooked, this vegetable can ignite his passion to incomparable excess!

Chinese Proverb: Those who constantly eat vegetable roots can do anything.

Cucumbers
One of the most fun and playful vegetables. It doesn't take much thought to realize why it's included as an aphrodisiac. It's phallic shape and firm texture make it a natural. Cucumbers make great quickies!

Cucumbers
One of the most fun and playful vegetables. It doesn't take much thought to realize why it's included as an aphrodisiac. It's phallic shape and firm texture make it a natural.

Fish

Shrimp
Shrimp are so sensual. They are fun to play with. You can tease your partner with little nibbles or share one, each of you biting opposite ends. You can dip them in your favorite sauce (mine being ketchup) and then lightly trace your partners lips. Then you lick the sauce off slowly…

Caviar
This expensive, egg shaped food has earned itself a reputation as a stimulate of sexual desire. Serve it chilled with toast points. You may serve it with minced onions, lemon wedges and chopped hard-cooked egg but if it's a good caviar a garnish is unnecessary.

Oysters
This may be the best known of aphrodisiacs. Some see a resemblance to a woman's most private parts and are drawn to savor the tasty creature. Others delight in the texture of the ever sexually changing mollusk, which has spent its life alternating between female and male. Serve them in the raw (uncooked, in the half shell) or try a new recipe.

Champagne

A symbol of luxury and celebrations, champagne is viewed as "the drink of love." There is a saying that whiskey makes a girl stop arguing, beer soothes her, gin disarms her, rum cajoles her and champagne arouses her. Champagne has proven to be a lavish tool to stimulate lust in one's lover!

Aniseed
A very popular aphrodisiac with many culinary uses. It has been used as an aphrodisiac since the Greeks and the Romans, who believed aniseed had special powers. Sucking on the seeds is said to increases your desire.

Basil (sweet basil)
Is said to stimulate the sex drive and boost fertility. It is also said to produce a general sense of well being for body and mind.

Honey
If you're making your lover an aphrodisiac drink, honey is crucial. It is said to have many healing properties, including guarding against sterility and impotence. It also stimulates and strengthens, so don't resist your sweet tooth.

Licorice
Said to be an aphrodisiac that stimulates women in particular.

Mustard
Believed to have a powerful effect on the sexual glands, to be stimulating and to increase sexual desire.

Nutmeg
Its not really a nut but a seed and has been one of the most popular seasonings since the 16th century. So sprinkle some over your food now and wait for the stimulating results.