Scott Drewno, raised in New York’s Finger Lakes wine region, found his passion for cooking early, inspired by his mother’s use of fresh, seasonal ingredients. His culinary journey began with the Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group in 1998, where he honed his skills in blending French techniques with Asian flavors at Chinois and Spago. He furthered his expertise at Vong and Ruby Foo’s. 

In 2007, Drewno became the opening Executive Chef of The Source, earning multiple accolades, including RAMW’s "Chef of the Year" in 2010 and 2016, and two James Beard semifinalist nominations. In 2017, he co-founded The Fried Rice Collective with Danny Lee, opening CHIKO, which gained critical acclaim and expanded to multiple locations. Their second concept, Anju, was named DC’s best restaurant by Washingtonian and has earned several James Beard nominations. 

Drewno is also active in the community, hosting fundraisers and serving on the boards of RAMW and DCFBC. In 2023, The Fried Rice Collective opened "I Egg You," a vibrant breakfast and lunch spot in Capitol Hill. 

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