Nornie Bero is an Island girl from the Komet Tribe of the Meriam people in the Torres Strait.
With over 25 years of experience as a professional chef, Nornie is passionate about bringing native Australian ingredients to the forefront of Australian cuisine. Her mission is to make these unique, sustainable ingredients a staple in every kitchen, highlighting their rich flavors and cultural significance. As the founder of Mabu Mabu, a native foods business, Nornie operates a flagship restaurant in Fed Square, a catering service, and a range of retail products. She is also the author of her own cookbook, An Australian Kitchen Cookbook. Nornie has appeared on several TV shows, including Zac Efron’s Down to Earth on Netflix, her own series Island Echoes, and as a host on Adam Liaw’s The Cook Up. She is also a proud ‘Friend of Australia’ as part of the Tourism Australia program.
