The Flavors of Love
We associate touch with sex, and visuals, and hearing our partners moan and pant, and some people even chat about the ’scent’ of sex, but far too many people miss out on one of our most important senses; taste.
There are many tastes involved with sexual activity, and no, I’m not just talking about oral sex (although that is definitely one of them). From the flavor of the chapstick on your partner’s lips to the salty tastes of sweat as you make out after some passionate lovemaking, taste permeates all aspects of sex. Some of the tastes are good, and some not so much, but this particular issue of sex tips will attempt to help you have a tastier treat the next time you and your partner are finding new ways to keep warm.
First and foremost, oral care (as in your mouth) is a must. Make sure you and your partner take the time (2 minutes or so) to pay a visit to your friendly neighborhood toothbrush. Not only will it make you far more fun to kiss (no one wants to kiss your lunch time garlic bread - they want to kiss YOU), but it’s healthy for your gums and your teeth, and will benefit you for years to come. Follow up with a flossing and some mouthwash if you have the time, but brushing is pretty crucial.
As far as skin flavor, everyone tastes different. Hopefully, you and your partner know how to turn on the shower, and so you’re relatively clean; if you have any taste issues, usually a nice shower or bath together can clear them up. However, some people want more; they want to tantalize their taste buds. Many sex shops and websites carry a multitude of tasty treats; cotton candy flavored dusting powder, mint flavored warming massage oils, chocolate nipple rub. I’ve tried many of them, and it’s usually a hit or a miss (see if you can find a store that has testers, so you can try before you buy). Flavored lubricant can be used to make oral sex a little yummier (and can take away the latex taste of a condom or dental dam if you’re practicing safer sex - just make sure it’s water based!).
But you don’t need to spend a fortune on special products marketed for delicious licking, you can use all sorts of stuff from around the house, or at the worst, from the local grocery. Chocolate syrup is always very popular, as are whipped cream and honey. It is important to keep sugary stuff away from the vagina (but the clit and lips are A-OK) as it can cause yeast infections and NOBODY wants that. Fresh fruit can also be a ton of fun; dribble the fruit and juices all over your lover and/or yourself, and have a banquet. Mix and match; strawberries and whipped cream, mangos and chocolate sauce, you name it. You can add champagne to the mix as well (again, be aware of the sugars). Also, please note that things that have oil in them (like chocolate sauce) should NEVER be used with latex (condoms, dental dams or otherwise) as it will melt them and render them useless. A frozen popsicle can be a ton of fun as it is rubbed up, down and all over your bodies. Like sushi? Have one of you be the nude table - you can even use the belly button for soy sauce. Be as crazy as you like; it’s all about what you and your partner enjoy, not about what others think.
Something that a lot of people are concerned about is their taste “down there.” This goes across the board; all genders and all sexualities; people are nervous about how they taste. There are a couple of solutions; you can taste yourself (hey, people including your fabulous author have done this… sometimes you just *have* to know), you can ask you partner, or you can try and look into ways to change your personal flavor. While people debate back and forth on different diets (some say vegetarians taste better, and as one, I’d like to agree, but others say it’s just propaganda from the cows and chickens), but there are some foods that most people agree have a definite effect on your taste. Some foods will make you taste more bitter or acidic, such as asparagus, garlic, heavy cream sauces and I wish I could say Brussels sprouts, but no. Others can make you taste sweeter or a little lighter in flavor, such as fruit - particularly citrus (I swear by pineapple; fresh, juice, or in a can). Supposedly, these work for guys and gals, but again, nothing is proven. They may not work for everyone, and a lot depends on both your natural taste, as well as how your partners taste buds. It’s important to realize that a lot of people LOVE the natural odor and taste of the vagina… some may even deem themselves vagina connoisseurs.
If you’re still uncomfortable with your taste, or that of your partner, try giving/receiving oral sex in the shower, or use safer sex methods like condoms and dental dams. Also, as mentioned before, there are all kinds of flavored lube on the market, and some of them actually taste quite good. Yes, I have had a lube tasting party with my friends; I wouldn’t lie to you. Just remember that they wouldn’t keep doing it if they thought you tasted bad, and that we’re all in the same boat here.
Well, I hope I’ve provided you some food for thought (and other purposes…), and with that, I give my farewell.
Wishing you fabulous feasting,
Essin’ Em
Marilyn Chambers shows how sensual food can be in Marilyn Chambers’ Incredible Edible Fantasies:
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