Aphrodite

A Memoir of the Senses

This personal memoir explores the sensory connections between food, desire, and human romance. Isabel Allende combines personal recollections, cultural folklore, historical anecdotes, and literature on aphrodisiacs with a wide range of recipes. The book investigates how culinary ingredients and preparation have historically inspired passion and intimate relationships.

by Isabel Allende

Plaza & Janés · First published 1997 · 323 pages