Michael Voltaggio
American chef
Michael Voltaggio (born September 29, 1978) is an American chef, restaurateur, and author. He is a Top Chef alum and the winner of season 6. His brother Bryan Voltaggio is also a celebrity chef. He resides in Los Angeles, California.
Early life and early career
Voltaggio is one of three children born to parents Sharon and John Voltaggio. At age 5, his parents divorced and the children initially lived with their mother, and later moved to their father's house. Starting in childhood, brothers Michael and Bryan were very close.
Voltaggio did not have support or money to attend culinary school. Instead, he did a long apprenticeship in The Greenbrier's prestigious culinary apprenticeship program. Michael completed his Greenbrier apprenticeship under Certified Master Chef Peter Timmins at the age of 21.
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