Queens Court Hotel and Restaurant Exeter

Romantic Valentines Day in Exeter, Devon

Our talented chef has created a special romantic Valentines Day Dinner menu - the perfect partner to match our hotel deals for romantic breaks in Exeter. Be sure to book early for a special romantic meal in our beautiful restaurant for Valentine's Day. Bookings can be made for Saturday 13 or Sunday 14th February.

Phone reception on 01392 272709 to discuss details and book.

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Aphrodisiacs and Legends

The interest in aphrodisiac foods began with Aprodite. The Greek Goddess of Love and Beauty rose from the sea on an oyster and then gave birth to Eros - the first aphrodisiac food was born...

Asparagus- Rich in vitamins A&E and Potassium needed to boost hormones and drive and of course its suggestive shape

Truffles- Greeks and Romans prized the rare Truffle for its musky scent and it’s said to stimulate and sensitize the skin to the touch

Vanilla- It is said Xanat a Mexican Goddess transformed herself into the vanilla plant to provide pleasure and happiness for her mortal lover

Avocado- Aztecs called this tree ‘Ahuacuati’ meaning politely Mans bits tree, it also contains Vitamin B6 said to boost the libido

Garlic- For centuries it has been claimed the cure all, the heat of garlic is said to stir your desires, Paris is the birth place of romance after all

Fennel- Egyptians claimed this to be a libido enhancement, in the 1930’s it was proved to be rich in estrogens

Chilli- ‘Capsaicin’ a chemical that stimulates our nerve endings and raises our pulse, it releases endorphins giving the body a natural high

Coriander- The Arabian nights tells a tale of a merchant who had been childless for 40 years, it was mysteriously cured by a concoction that included coriander

Chocolate- Aztecs referred to chocolate as ‘nourishment of the gods’ It is said to effect neurotransmitters in the brain which enhances pleasure. Many believe this is doubled when taken with red wine

Ginger- Eaten raw, cooked or crystallized ginger is a stimulant to the circulatory system. The enhancement of blood flow is most beneficial to the male

Almond- A symbol of fertility throughout the ages, the aroma is thought to induce passion in a female

Champagne- Well known as the ‘drink of love’ it relaxes inhibitions and stimulates the senses, be warned excessive alcohol will make you drowsy

Strawberries- A suggestive shape and the colour associated with love and passion, full of vitamin C for that added boost

Coffee- Caffeine rich, stimulating the mind and body, it may keep you up all night. Not a bad idea on Valentines Day!

Are Aphrodisiacs a Myth or reality?
Science tells us it is mostly myth, but the romantic in us all tells us otherwise.
Centuries have passed and the Legends live on.