Southern Cross Kitchen is offering a variety of specials featuring aphrodisiac ingredients to celebrate Valentine’s Day week. These special items will be available from February 9th through the 16th, along with its regular menu. Reservations are available online. Below are the special menu items:
Appetizers
Chocolate Pomegranate Soup | 8
seared pork belly | herbs | candied pecans | caramelized peaches | balsamic reduction
• Chocolate contains two chemicals that are related to the physiological breakdown behind sexual arousal and love: tryptophan and phenylethylamine.
Oyster Trio | 14
2 raw oysters | 2 oyster shooters | 2 baked oysters
• Oysters are high in zinc and have a reputation for being great for love and fertility. Researchers recently found that oysters contain amino acids that trigger
production of sex hormones.
Complimentary Intermezzo
Champagne Sorbet
• Champagne is one of the world’s most potent natural aphrodisiacs; it is a symbol of celebration. According to research, the scents of dry champagnes
and sparkling wines replicate the delicate aromas of female pheromones
Entrees
Grilled Ribeye Steak | 28
wild mushroom mashed potatoes | asparagus | truffle butter
• It is believed that truffles’ musky scent replicates the scent of the male pheromone androstenone. Napoleon ate truffle to increase his masculine potency. Maybe he
should have cut back!
Salmon Cake | 24
herb roasted potatoes | asparagus | honey basil glaze
• Asparagus is also a great source of Vitamin E, which is involved in stimulating the production of sex hormones in both men and women, therefore increasing the sex drive.
Stuffed Pork Chop | 26
glazed peaches | brie | pecan grits | asparagus
• Today, when a peach is picked warm from the tree, this Southern belle’s sun-kissed flesh is considered reminiscent of a woman’s curves. Peaches are a great source of vitamin C, which is a powerful antioxidant to help you look and feel young, fresh and beautiful.
Desserts
Chocolate Truffles | 8
• Chocolate contains two chemicals that are related to the physiological breakdown behind sexual arousal and love: tryptophan and phenylethylamine
Peach Cobbler | 10
white chocolate mousse
• Today, when a peach is picked warm from the tree, this Southern belle’s sun-kissed flesh is considered reminiscent of a woman’s curves. Peaches are a great source of vitamin C, which is a powerful antioxidant to help you look and feel young, fresh and beautiful.