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Host a Date Night: Aphrodisiac Night

Turn down the lights

…& turn the mood on

That moody night you’ve been daydreaming about with your partner—completely planned and detailed for you here. Been noticing moments of your day slip away as you think about how to turn your partner on? Let us pave the way, and may your strongest sensual self come out. All you need to do is light the candles. 

To Invite 

For designs ready to send to your S/O, peruse HiNote. Set. The. Mood.

To Eat

You may have already known about oysters… but did you know how many other foods you can eat to act as stimulants? Peruse our menu below.

Appetizer

aphrodisiac foods to eat
  • Raw Oysters on the Half Shell
  • ~Aphrodisiac: Oyster
  • ~We highly recommend the West Coast Kumamotos aka "the Champagne of Oysters".
  • ~Shop Gold Belly 
  • Goat Cheese Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates with Rosemary Honey
  • ~Aphrodisiac: Date, Honey
  • ~Half Baked Harvest Recipe 

Main

  • Fig Prosciutto Gorgonzola and Arugula Pizza with Hot Honey
  • ~Aphrodisiac: Fig, Honey, Arugula
  • ~Hit the Trifecta 
  • Truffle Mushroom Pasta
  • ~Aphrodisiac: Truffle
  • ~Get the Recipe 
  • Asparagus Risotto
  • ~Aphrodisiac: Asparagus
  • ~Make This
  • Baked Chili Garlic Salmon
  • ~Aphrodisiac: Chili Flakes, Garlic, Salmon
  • ~Knock 'em Dead

Dessert

  • Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Buttercream
  • ~Aphrodisiac: Chocolate
  • ~For Extra Points: Garnish with Strawberries (also an aphrodisiac)
  • ~Swoon Over This 
  • Pomegranate Brownies topped with Sea Salt
  • ~Aphrodisiac: Pomegranate, Chocolate
  • ~A Pop of Flavor 
  • Avocado and Coconut Ice Cream
  • ~Aphrodisiac: Avocado 
  • ~Send 'em Shivers

To Drink

wine for a night with your partner

To whet your palate, as they say. 

To Decorate

how to set up a sexy night

Ultimately, we know the main act will be you, yourself, and yours. But a little lighting (or a lot) can only enhance the night.

To Listen To

best songs to make out to

A little croon, a little swoon. From Harry Styles to Mac Millar and Ariana Grande… turn the lights low and the sultry tunes up.

To Do: A Craft

how to make essential oils

Because we know a massage is on the night’s agenda. Bonus points: Turn up the fire and locate yourselves accordingly.

  • DIY: Make your Own Essential Oil with Aphrodisiac Herbs
  • Use These Oils

To Play: Games

In case you need anything else at all to entertain each other.

To Gift

what to give to my boyfriend

To seal the deal that your partner will no doubt be obsessing over you for the foreseeable future.

Can you feel the love tonight or what? Let yourself get excited for this one. Give yourselves an evening to keep on replay in your mind. Then stay a while.
For a winning duo, pair this with Dinner for Two.


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