Episode 6 — Two Brown Men: Blending Cultures One Burger at a Time

How are two Indian-Australians blending cultures one butter chicken burger at a time — and what does their restaurant say about Nowra’s growing diversity? Barron Hanson speaks with Ayush and Manisha Chopra, founders of Two Brown Men, about food, identity, community, and building something new in a regional town.


About the Guests

Ayush & Manisha Chopra — Two Brown Men

Two Brown Men was founded in Nowra by Ayush and Manisha Chopra, who opened the restaurant in 2022 after building their culinary experience across Australia. Bringing together bold traditional Indian flavours and modern Australian influences, they created a fresh and distinctive dining experience on Kinghorne Street. In 2023, they were recognised as local food heroes. In 2024, Two Brown Men moved to a new location, continuing to grow their offering and reach.

Learn more: Two Brown Men

A Conversation with Nooky

Barron Hanson sits down with Yuin rapper, Triple J Blak Out host and Nowra local Nooky (Corey Webster) for an honest conversation about growing up in Nowra, hip-hop, identity, and coming home.

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