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Last-Minute Valentine's Day Plan: Most Romantic Strawberry Treats

'Champagne Kissed Whoopie Hearts with Fresh Strawberry Filling' wins the California Strawberry Commission-sponsored contest.

Valentine's Day is here. Still trying to come up with a plan for how to show that special someone you care?

Don't fall back on an impulse gift. Here are a few heartfelt ideas:

  • Check out the winners of the California Strawberry Commission Most Romantic Recipe contest. First prize went to Laura Flowers for her Champagne Kissed Whoopie Hearts with Fresh Strawberry Filling. Bertha Santoso's Strawberry Mousse Cake with Pistachio Cream and Red Berry Gelée won second place, and third went to Rachael Hutchings and her Japanese Strawberry Shortcake! 
  • There's still time to pop in for balloons, flowers or sweet treats. and are right downtown. Both shops offer some .
  • And last week, Patch gave you some Valentine's Day date plans. If you missed the story, .

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