Eating alone at a restaurant table was a first of many firsts for me, including realizing that 99-cent meals that included hot tea were now a thing of the past.

The dining table has become a point of contention as more Aussies choose to eat their meals in other places around the home.

Choose between a side table or a console table for your home with our comparison between the two. Evaluate all factors before making a choice.

Choosing a coffee table should come down to the size of your space, the size of your sofa or seating arrangement, how you plan to use the table, and the desired design style for the space.