| # | Concept | Culture | Statement | Freq. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | dining duration | Middle East | Dining duration can be quite extended, as meals are considered a time for socializing and bonding, often lasting for a few hours. | 1 |
| 2 | hospitality in dining | Middle Eastern countries | Hospitality in dining typically involves refraining from offering alcohol and ensuring that the food is prepared according to religious dietary laws. | 1 |
| 3 | indoor dining | Middle Eastern countries | Less emphasis on strict temperature control, and more focus on open-air or al fresco dining experiences | 1 |
| 4 | leisurely dining | Middle East | Leisurely dining involves communal eating with the use of hands, and meals are often eaten sitting on the floor or on low cushions. | 1 |
| 5 | wining and dining | Middle Eastern countries | Alcohol consumption less common due to religious and cultural factors | 1 |