The Perfect Romantic Dish?
Ever thought that you just weren’t keeping up with that in-depth twisty thriller, or just can’t get the giggles out of that comedy you know you should be? Well, forget getting that surround sound to boost the pleasure, online movie service blinkbox are claiming it’s all down to food.
Having consulted with neuroscientist Dr. Jack Lewis, The Gadget Show’s favourite film streaming service has created a mix of foods so bizarre that Heston Blumenthal would think twice about them.
“Everyone knows that certain drugs can change the way you feel, but the chemicals we take into our bodies through our diet can also have an effect on our mood,” says Dr. Jack
“Choosing to eat certain foods, whilst leaving others out, regulates the availability of ‘raw materials’ that the brain’s chemical messengers are created from. This means that you can tailor your meals to create the perfect mood for a movie night in, no matter what the genre.”
blinkbox CEO Michael Comish went on to say; “We’ve had a lot of fun working with Tesco and Dr. Jack Lewis to identify some of the more unusual food ingredients that can help you make the most out of whatever film genre you’re into.”
So, believe it or not, these are his picks for the perfect meal for each genre. Only those boldly pursuing results for science may want to try come of these combos though;
Romance
Curl up with a spicy curry to top up your libido-stoking testosterone levels.
Action
Sun-dried tomatoes coated in cocoa powder will raise noradrenaline which is instrumental to sensations of excitement.
Comedy
Fresh fish stuffed with beetroot and coleslaw to supplement the nitric oxide system and improve dopamine availability in the pleasure pathways of your brain.
Drama
Chopped lemon, lime and mint sandwich drizzled with chilli sauce on whole wheat bread to trigger the RAS (reticular activating system) to remain alert and focused.
Horror
Chicken marinated in freshly brewed coffee will take you out of your comfort zone and raise levels of anxiety.
All this is aid of blinkbox’s Movie & A Meal deal with Tesco, where Tesco customers can now rent a blinkbox new release movie for just £2 with the purchase of a variety food and drink combinations.
Any of you brave enough to give one of these a spin? Let us know in the comments below.