Intercourses: An Aphrodisiac Adventure At The Fairmont Miramar Hotel

Aphrodisiac Expert Arrives Just In Time For Valentine's Day 2003

Ever since Marc Anthony fed Cleopatra grapes, sensual foods have been intertwined with romance. An Aphrodisiac Adventure at The Fairmont Miramar Hotel follows suit by welcoming Martha Hopkins, co-author of Intercourses: An Aphrodisiac Cookbook this Valentine's Day.

Filled with more than 85 couple-tested recipes woven among sensual photos of food set on the backdrop of the human body, InterCourses: An Aphrodisiac Cookbook combines aphrodisiac histories, couples' testing results, and playful appendices for an experience lovers won't soon forget.

Integrating themes from the book, the Valentine's holiday promotion at The Fairmont Miramar Hotel will include aphrodisiac-inspired dinners and overnight accommodation packages as well as a cooking class with Hopkins and the hotel's executive chef, Andri Tscharner.

Inspired by the ingredients recommended in the book, four-course aphrodisiac dinner menus are available in the Grille restaurant from 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm on Friday, February 14th and Saturday, February 15th for $140 per couple, not including tax & gratuity. Each couple will receive their own copy of the Intercourses. Hopkins will be on hand to talk about aphrodisiacs and autograph books.

Friday's menu starts with champagne upon arrival, followed by a Trio of Smoked Canapis: Salmon, Sturgeon, and Tea Smoked Duck. Next is a choice of Lobster Bisque with Caviar Crhme Fraiche and Oyster Fritters or Warm Rosemary Scented Spinach Salad accented by Figs, Gorgonzola and Prosciutto. A Granite of Pink Champagne with Orange Blossom will cleanse the palate.

For the main course, diners can chose from Grilled Beef Tenderloin stuffed with Fois Gras with Seared Scallops, Pomme Anna, Marinated Artichokes and Truffle Sauce, or Seared Black Cod and Pan Roasted Sweetbreads with Forbidden Rice, Steamed Asparagus and Basil Nage; or Squab Two Way Roasted with Pine Nut Crust, Crisp Skin Confit, Roasted Beets and Juniper Berry Reduction. Dessert is the Chef's Study in Chocolate.

Saturday's menu begins champagne upon arrival followed by a choice of Grilled Asparagus Salad with Baby Leaves, Roasted Pine Nuts, Balsamic & Red Pepper Vinaigrette or Roasted Artichoke Bisque with Honey Drizzle and Pumpkin Seeds. The second course is a choice of Tamarind Glazed Quail Breast with Shaved Fennel and Orange Slaw, Popcorn Seedlings and a Red Current Jelly or Terrine of Lobster & Mango with Braised Leeks, Green Chili Oil, Blond Frisse and Nasturtium. The main course is a choice of Seafood Mixed Grille with Shrimp, Scallops, Oysters, Salmon, Tuna, with Basil Avocado Relish and a Timbale of Jasmine Rice or Rosemary Rack of Lamb, Roasted Figs, Haricot Vert and Chateau Potatoes with a Cabernet Reduction. A Trio of Desserts features Chocolate Mocha Tower, Strawberry Tart, Pistachio Mousse accompanied by Frozen Grapes.

Accommodation packages are also available for those looking for a Valentine's getaway. The Intercourses' Romance Package is $499.00 per couple, per night, not including tax & gratuity. Subject to availability Friday, February 14th and Saturday, February 15th, the package includes:

* Deluxe ocean view accommodation
* Champagne upon arrival
* Aphrodisiac dinner for two
* Autographed copy of the cookbook
* Cooking class for two
* Valet parking

On Saturday, February 15th from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Hopkins will pair up with executive chef Tscharner in an aphrodisiac cooking class and sampling at the hotel. The InterCourses' cooking class includes champagne upon arrival, 1=-hour demonstration and food sampling, and an autographed copy of the cookbook for $45.00 per person and $80.00 per couple, not including tax and gratuity.

"If you're cooking for the one you love, cooking with the one you love, cooking to get the one you love, InterCou