I don't know about the arabic classes, but with regards to the food there is many middle eastern cuisines:

. Lebanese cuisines (restaurants: Al-Saha, Layali, Massaya, Al Khaima...many other) famous dishes: Tabbouleh, Shawarma, Kebbe, Homos Tahina ...etc.

. Gulf cuisine (rice base food of indian/persian origine): Famous dishes: Kabsa & majbous

. Egyptian cuisine (I don'r know any restaurant) dishes: Koshari, Ta'mia, Mouloukhia...

. Palestine/Jordan cuisine (Restaurant: Al Jabri) dishes: Mansaf, Mousakhan

. Turkish cuisine: (restaurants: Turkey Central Restaurant) Dishes: (Grills..)