The ancient silk was a highway of trading routes connecting China, the Far East, Middle East, and Europe. These routes were established by the Han Dynasty in 130 B.C. The Han dynasty using diplomacy established relations and trading outposts with the empires along these routes until 1453 A.D, when an Ottoman Empire boycott forced the routes to close.
The best Tandoor oven is the method of cooking for a majority of the cultures located on the ancient Silk Road routes. They were used to feed hungry trading caravans and military scouts, including the local populations.
Today, these cultures still utilize the best Tandoor oven. Select the modern country from our slider below to learn how the Tandoor is still used in everyday life to achieve an ancient gourmet outcome!
Afghanistan
Map of Afghanistan Afghanistan is a landlocked nation bordered by Pakistan, Iran, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikstan and China. Afghanistan is an ancient land with archaeological studies proving that people were living in the region 50,000 years ago. The cultural influence on the region has been immense with a plethora of empires and cultures leaving their footprint [...]Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is a Central Asian nation renowned for archaeological and historic sites from the ancient silk road. Samarkand, a city in Uzbekistan, was a major trading point along the route. Samarkand like the rest of Uzbekistan contains numerous historical artifacts of note like the Registan. The Uzbek people are a Turkic ethnic group who are [...]Georgia
Georgia is a nation state located in the Caucasus region of Western Asia at the tail end of the ancient silk road and is bordered by Turkey, Russia, Armenia, Azerbaijan and the Black sea. Throughout the centuries, the Georgian people have retained their unique culture and language. Wedged alongside the Caucasus Mountains, the Georgians have [...]Pakistan
Pakistan is a country situated in Southern Asia and bordered by India, Iran, Afghanistan and China. Civilisation in Pakistan dates back to antiquity and was inhabited by the Indus Valley Civilisation, one of the cradles of civilisation alongside Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt. In addition to the early Indus, the region was ruled by a myriad [...]Turkey
Turkey is the historical successor of the Ottoman empire and is located in Western Asia on the Bosphorus Strait, the gateway to Europe. Turkey was the final destination on the ancient Silk Road en-route to key trading destinations in Europe. In Turkey, the Tandoor is referred to as the Tandir. Cooking with the Tandir is common [...]India
India is located in South Asia and the second-most populous country in the world. India is a multilingual and multi-ethnic society since the medieval era, India comprised of Judaism, Zoroastrianism, Christianity, Islam and Sikhism all adding to the cultural diversity of the region. India is consists of 29 states, 7 union territories and 23 official [...]Iran
Iran or historically known as Persia is located in Western Asia and borders Armenia, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, Turkey, Iraq and Pakistan. Iran is home to one of the oldest recorded civilisations, the Elamite Kingdoms. In addition, Iran has witnessed the rule of a plethora of different empires, rulers and dynasties. The Turks, Mongols, Greeks and [...]Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan is a landlocked country in central Asia and located directly on the ancient Silk Road route. The Kyrgyz nation boasts a history span of over 2,000 years, encompassing multiple empires and cultures. The Kyrgyz people are of Turkic origin and their culture is an amalgamation of Uighur, Mongolian, Persian and Russian influences. The capital [...]Iraq
Iraq, the cradle of Mesopotamia and civilisation, an ancient land of historical riches and empires of note. For the Assyrians, Babylonians, Sumerians and Akkadians, Iraq was central to their empires and dominance. Iraq is located in the heart of the Middle East and borders Iran, Turkey, Syria, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. The Tandoor is [...]Russia
The Russian Federation is the largest country in the world and the crossroads between Europe and Asia. The Russian Federation typifies the ancient Silk Road, with a mosaic of cultures and languages that are the modern ancestors of where the Silk Road once encompassed. Russia boasts a total of 85 federal subjects comprising of 22 [...]Armenia
Map of Armenia Armenia (Hayastan) is an ancient country dating back to antiquity, approximately 1000-600 BC. Armenia is geographically located in the South Caucasus region of Eurasia and is bordered by Turkey, Georgia, Iran and Azerbaijan. In Armenia, the Tandoor is called Tonir and was originally designed by ancient Armenians to resemble and symbolize the [...]
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Tandoor Crete
More infoThe Tandoor Crete is our medium sized Tandoor, feeding 10 people with ease. Height 82cm, Belly Diameter 54cm, Mouth Diameter 29cm, Wall Thickness 5cm and weight 97kg. ...$1,200.00$960.00 Inc. GSTAdd to cart - Sale!
Tandoor Ataman
More infoOne of our largest Tandoors, the Ataman (Cossack) has the capability to feed an army of hungry guests. Height 108cm, Mouth Diameter 32cm, Belly Diameter 61cm and weight ...$1,675.00$1,340.00 Inc. GSTAdd to cart - Sale!
Tandoor Samarkand
More infoThe Samarkand is our largest, most regal tandoor oven and feeds a legion of guests with ease. Height 113cm, Belly Diameter 68cm, Mouth Diameter 31cm, Wall Thickness 7cm and ...$1,775.00$1,420.00 Inc. GSTAdd to cart - Sale!
Tandoor Hattusa
More infoThe Hattusa is a x-large majestically styled Hittite Tandoor oven feeding a group of 40 people with ease. Height 120cm, Mouth Diameter 35cm, Belly Diameter 83cm and weight ...$2,550.00$2,040.00 Inc. GSTAdd to cart -
Naan tools
More infoThe Naan hook and scraper are used to retrieve naan being cooked directly on the inside wall of your tandoor. You get a set of two, one with a 90 degree hook and the other ...$65.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
Skewers
More infoOur forged steel skewers are the perfect implement for hanging your choice of food inside your Tandoor. They are designed to conduct heat from your Tandoor which will ...$15.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
Double Skewer
More infoThe forged double skewer was designed for items that do not provide ample grip on regular skewers like chicken, seafood (shrimp etc) or certain vegetables. The double ...$15.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
Baking/pizza stone
More infoMedium: Tandoor Hunter, Ataman and Aladdin Large: Tandoor Ataman and Aladdin Medium Diameter: 21 cm Thickness: 2.5 cm Weight: 1.75 kg Large Diameter: 28 cm Thickness: 2.5 ...$27.00 – $30.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
Meat hook (Single Prong)
More infoAdditional meat hooks for use in our Tandoor Nomad, Hunter, Ataman and Aladdin. Nomad meat hook: 6mm thick, 13cm length Hunter, Aladdin, Ataman meat hook: 6mm thick, 23cm ...$19.00 – $23.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
Cast Iron Cauldron
More infoCast iron is the ultimate instrument for cooking due to heat accumulation and gradual release of heat. Cast iron is the age old solution for non-stick pans and unlike other ...$200.00 – $325.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
Glove / Naan Pads Set
More infoFlatbread making set consisting of one heat-resistant glove and two Naan pads.$39.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
3-Tier Rack (Medium)
More infoManufactured with food grade stainless steel, our medium 3-tier rack is suited to cooking numerous dishes at the same time in our tandoors$70.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
3-Tier Rack (Large)
More infoManufactured with food grade stainless steel, our large 3-tier rack is suited to cooking numerous dishes at the same time in our large tandoors$75.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
4-Tier Rack (Large)
More infoManufactured with food grade stainless steel, our large 4-tier rack is suited to cooking numerous dishes at the same time in our large tandoors$85.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
1-Tier Rack (Large)
More infoThe 1-Tier rack is useful for cooking tall items like leg of lamb or for using pots to cook rice, stews etc. You can also use it to bake bread or cook pizza (on a pizza ...$65.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
1-Tier Rack (Medium)
More infoThe 1-Tier rack is useful for cooking tall items like leg of lamb or for using pots to cook rice, stews etc. You can also use it to bake bread or cook pizza (on a pizza ...$60.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
Cauldron Support
More infoThe Cauldron support converts our tandoors into the ultimate outdoor cooking oven, enabling you to cook your complete meal outdoors over wood-fire.$37.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
Tandoor Cover
More infoWaterproof and dustproof cover to keep your Artisan Tandoor in optimum condition$39.00 – $50.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
Cast Iron Grate
More infoStandard accessory which allows airflow underneath the wood for optimal burning.$18.00 – $22.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
Meat Hook
More infoThe meat hook is the perfect accessory for Lamb leg, Chicken, Duck, Turkey, ribs and any other large piece of meat.$20.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
Fish Grill
More infoThe perfect accessory for Tandoori fish! Simply season your fish, place inside the fish grill and hang inside your Artisan Tandoor.$55.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
Skewered Bowl
More infoEasily combine skewered meats with vegetables during the tandoor cooking process. Vegetables cooked in the bowl beneath the skewered meats will be pasted with meat juices ...$65.00 – $75.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
Cast Iron Steak Grill
More infoOur unique non-stick ceramic coated cast iron steak grill allows you to cook or sear meats, fish and poultry with ease.$65.00 – $75.00 Inc. GSTView Product -
Tandoor Dolly (Large)
More infoSuitable Tandoor models: Ataman, Samarkand, Hattusa The high-quality heavy duty Tandoor dolly on casters was designed to transport heavy tandoors on a flat surface and to ...$240.00 Inc. GSTAdd to cart -
Tandoor Dolly (Small)
More infoSuitable Tandoor models: Hunter, Crete, Ataman The high-quality heavy-duty Tandoor dolly on casters was designed to transport heavy tandoors on a flat surface and to ...$220.00 Inc. GSTAdd to cart -
Heat Resistant Mitten
More infoHeat resistant mitten for use with your Tandoor. Handle hot skewers, tiered-racks, skewered bowl and other accessories with ease.$15.00 Inc. GSTAdd to cart -
Heat Deflector
More infoThe heat deflector is a useful accessory for your Artisan Tandoor. It assists you to prolong the maintained heat in the tandoor, which it enables you to cook for a longer ...$60.00 – $80.00 Inc. GSTSelect options -
Tandoor Hunter
More infoThe Tandoor Hunter is our medium sized Tandoor, feeding 10 people with ease. Height 72cm, Belly Diameter 49cm, Mouth Diameter 24cm, Wall Thickness 5cm and weight 70kg. ...$1,200.00 Inc. GSTRead more
