Dairy alternatives aren’t groundbreaking. They’re drinks made from nuts or seeds, mixed with water and flavourings – and they’ve been around for centuries. But we’re slurping them at a rate of more than 42 million litres a year. So what is it about cow’s milk that’s turning the dairy market sour?

Can our eating habits represent our identity? We sat down with Eating right in America author Charlotte Biltekoff to discuss how what we eat aligns with our aspirations and ethical codes, and our shifting perceptions of health.

The raw food movement isn't clear-cut; some are keen to keep it simple, others want to elevate it to gourmet grub. But with an abundance of products labelled raw in health food stores, has ‘raw’ become a label in itself? Who are these raw foodies and why do they prefer their food uncooked?

The craft bean-to-bar movement has created a deep appreciation for quality chocolate in the US. But now craft chocolatiers are shifting focus to the ancient techniques of the Aztecs and Mayans to create a dairy-free, low-fat bar. And some chocolate lovers can't get enough.