French President Francois Hollande has officially opened Bordeaux's €80 million Cité du Vin – a leisure centre that the founders hope will become the Guggenheim of wine. But while wine lovers may rejoice, protests over the use of pesticides in France’s vineyards could hinder its success.

More and more French people are buying local food from small producers as they strive to become conscientious consumers. Amid this shift, eco-friendly supermarket Biocoop is on the rise. But are sustainable credentials enough to steer shoppers away from the convenience of major chains?

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?

Over the last decade, the global wine trade has grown to be worth $85 billion, with French winemakers renowned as the finest connoisseurs. But according to the International Organisation of Vine and Wine, the country has now lost its status as the world's top wine producer.