French cuisine has long been associated with strictly kept mealtimes and beautifully set tables. But traditions are evolving, and although half the population eat together, it’s not so much for the food as it is for the company. So what brings French people to the table in 2016?

Viewed with suspicion by many, a taste for oysters is firmly established in France. But between disease and seasonal discrepancies, fresh oysters are a rare treat for inland residents. Huître en ligne is a start-up promising to deliver fresh oysters anywhere in France, all year round.

ASOS launched its first ever advent calendar in 2016, promptly setting the web ablaze. But rather than having chocolates or religious imagery behind each window, it instead houses little gifts for beauty buffs. From jumpers to festive decorations, how else are Christmas traditions changing?

Be it ditching sugar or cutting out carbs, many people believe the key to creating good food habits is by limiting the unhealthy fare eaten. But research looking at French parenting suggests that taking pleasure in food and appreciating mealtimes can have substantial benefits.