On dinner tables across the US, eating dessert is on the decline, while healthier ingredients are enjoying their time at the top. More interesting, still, is the renaissance of the home-made meal. But what’s got Americans tying their apron strings, and heading back into the kitchen?

People in the UK love to cook. Nearly 60% actually prefer to cook at home rather than eat out. But they don't have enough time. Is meal subscription service Hello Fresh the answer? It gives the illusion of scratch cooking, with each meal taking only 30 minutes to put together.

You’ve had an exhausting day at work. The idea of firing up the stove and turning raw ingredients into something palatable saps away what little energy you have left. No wonder you opt for takeaway for a third night in a row. Are busy lifestyles to blame for America’s decline in home cooking?

Changes in tech, family roles and tastes have seen kitchens evolve from utilitarian rooms meant for domestic labour to open plan spaces featuring chef-grade equipment and movable workstations. But why are more are more people opting for these high-end, high-priced status kitchens?