With the arrival of Valentine's Day, the atmosphere is filled with romance and passion. For many, Valentine's Day dinner is the perfect opportunity to celebrate love with a special meal. Here is the perfect menu for the right hormonal cascade!
Nothing ignites passion like fresh oysters. Considered an aphrodisiac for centuries thanks to their features, oysters are also rich in micronutrients such as zinc and tyrosine, modest contributors to the production of testosterone, and dopamine, a neurotransmitter linked to sexual desire. Serve them with a little lemon for a sensual start to your dinner.
To follow, you cannot miss a plate of preferably fresh pasta with the luxurious aphrodisiac truffle, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil capable of delighting the senses with every bite. For lovers of simple dishes, saffron risotto, known for its mental and vascular virtues, can be an excellent substitute.
Those who prefer a second course can instead count on a romantic fish and avocado tartare, better known since Aztec times as "the apple of love". Culinary choices aside, on this evening it is essential to keep light so as not to weaken the body with long digestion, the sworn enemy of Valentine's Day.
Pietro Senette
Nutritionist and researcher