The number of Americans drinking a cup of coffee every day has risen between 2016 and 2017. People in the US are increasingly seeking regular caffeine kicks, but instead of reaching for instant, they are opting for gourmet and espresso-based beverages.

Many Americans will opt for a Diet Coke or low-fat mayonnaise to be a bit healthier, but would they choose a lighter brew when drinking at a bar? Canvas8 spoke to 20 men and women from across the US to find out what situations would encourage them to order non- and low-alcohol beers.

Thanks to photogenic food, exceptional coffee, and an encouragingly laid-back atmosphere, Aussie-style cafés are proliferating across America. But while most such spots take pride in being one-offs, Bluestone Lane is a fast-growing chain that hopes to develop close local followings.

Whether brunchers are after a continuation of last night’s party or seeking a quiet diner to eat their eggs in peace, they have one thing in common – the desire to indulge themselves for an entire day. But how has this mid-day meal gained so many devotees, and why does it polarize public opinion?