Be it two-for-one on cocktails or free chasers, it can be hard to resist the lure of happy hour. It's no surprise that people tend to indulge when prices are low. But in a bid to reduce binge drinking, France is ensuring bars also offer cheaper non-alcoholic alternatives.

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.

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?

While wine is an essential part of French national identity, environmental concerns and the democratising force of the internet are causing an upheaval in the country’s consumption habits. How is the wine industry adapting to a more informed, adventurous and eco-conscious market?