Discover the Traditional Bread from Bandar Abbas, Iran

Historically known as Gambron, Bandar Abbas has borne its current name for over 400 years. Situated on the southern coast of Iran, the city stands out for a vibrant cultural identity shaped by centuries of maritime trade with India, East Africa and the Arab countries bordering the Persian Gulf: deeply Iranian in essence, it is a living tapestry of multiculturalism. In 2019 Bandar Abbas joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network as a Creative City of Crafts and Folk Art, fostering cross-cultural exchange while preserving its artistic and culinary heritage. In Iran, bread is considered both a staple food and a sacred presence at the table, and Bandar Abbas is home to one of the country’s most diverse bread cultures, with approximately 40 varieties.