So even if the developed world does slip into recession in 2012, at some point investors will start anticipating a recovery later in the year, or in 2013.

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"We would hope we can continue those discussions so that maybe things can be developed in the year, maybe even before the summer, " said Mr Bell.

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It is expected that some restaurants will offer the official menu as a special so that even diners eating out can partake, while the recipe developed for the night will be widely distributed in the hopes that most families eating at home will recreate the menu and share in the endeavor.

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