The erotic power of food can create magic. Couples in ancient Greece and Roman enjoyed ripe fruits before making love. The idea of exotic herbal aphrodisiacs has been around practically forever. And about that hot chocolate, one of the chefs we spoke to suggested that we combine it with chipotle chillies for explosive results!

R Selvaraju, executive chef, Taj Residency, says, "In Arabian countries, most men indulge in hot coffee and a bowl of dates to increase libido. Seafood like oysters and lobsters are believed to increase sexual appetite.