Two Brown Men: Blending Cultures One Butter Chicken 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 on Kinghorne Street, about food, identity, community, and building something new in a regional town. About 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, reflecting the strong connection they have built with the community. Learn more at nowra.org.au