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The year that went by was the year of some really innovative and healthy desserts. With the economic slump affecting nearly everyone the whole comfort food (which had more or less all desserts in it) concept had set in a big way. Besides that I think people turned their attention to home cooked and home made more than eating out. Books like Mantra – The Rules of Indulgence, which concentrate on the last course, quickly saw their way into different kitchens. The trend totally turned to economic, home cooked and healthy meals and desserts. Chefs like Chef Jehangir Mehta who promoted these healthy and tasty concepts saw a rise in their fan following through TV shows, books and cooking videos. Some of the innovative recipes that I have tried this year from the book were delicious and innovative deserts such as Turmeric Yorkshire Pudding, Salty Caramel Tapioca Tarts, Green Papaya and Persimmon Salad with Pepper-Coconut Sorbet etc.