Let's face it; everybody would love to be Giacomo Girolamo Casanova; the great Italian author and a self-proclaimed master of sex. However, unlike him, most of us are not born into the European capital of pleasure, Venice, where beautiful courtesans’ whisper naughty things that you would not want your mother to hear.

We are left with getting creative and seeking the help of nature to master the one pleasure that outranks them all - making love...or should I say sex? Below are a few of the world's most recognized aphrodisiacs and where you can get them.

Oysters

Oysters are perhaps the most recognized aphrodisiacs the world over. The best oysters are said to be the Malpeque Bay Oysters that are found in Prince Edward Island in Canada. Other places that you can find good quality oysters include Miyajama in Japan and Galway in the Republic of Ireland.

Strawberries

Another natural foodstuff that is said to put you in the mood of 'let’s-get-it-on' is strawberries. The best strawberries are found in England during the month of August. Most restaurants serve it with dollop cream and sprinkling sugar. In particular, Odyssey in Surrey is the best place to get the berries,

Chocolate

The Mayan variety of chocolate found in Belize is said to be one of the best natural aphrodisiacs. The Mayans are said to have taken chocolate in all their food and in their popular drink, the Mayan Cacao Drink. Other places to get chocolate include Brussels and Ghana - the world leading exporter of Cocoa.

Avocados

The San Diego Avocado is said to be the best aphrodisiac found in the USA. The Peohe's restaurant is popular for the Avocado fudge, and Crab and Avocado servings.

Red Wine

You guessed right...this can only be found in the world's capital of Romance - France. In particular, the cabernet sauvignon wine made by Chateau Mouton Rothschild Wine Estate is said to be the best. You can also get the red wine in Larioja, Spain.

Other popular aphrodisiacs include; Basil leaves from Chiang Mai in Thailand, Leaf Cutter ants from Barichera Colombia, Sea Cucumber from Shanghai China, Carrots and Ginseng from China, Hot pepper from Middle East, Pumpkin Pie from USA, and Honey from African Bees.

Well, there you have it. Go ye and be a Casanova...or Aphrodite...the Greek goddess of love.