Health is no longer simply a way of life, it's a sign of status, and more people than ever are concerned with their well-being. Gen Y is investing more time and money in living and eating healthier, and that now includes eating lean meat – no longer considered part of an unhealthy meal.

Dutch retailer Bilder & De Clercq is revolutionising meal solutions, curbing food waste and connecting with the ‘fresh tonight’ top-up shopper. Ingredients are organised by recipe, and they’re being swept off the shelves by those who are keen to cook, but not to prep.

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.

Whether it’s L'Oréal's smart vending machine that provides make-up advice, or a device from Momentum Machines that cooks burgers with no assistance, vending machines are getting smarter. Driven by demand for convenience, they're spreading across the US.