Photo: StarChefs.com 2010 International Chefs Congress

Hey V-fans!

The holidays are quickly approaching, which means Esquire is currently featuring their “Eat Like a Man Thanksgiving Chef Survey.” Among the expert chefs featured in the survey is our very own Bryan Voltaggio, who had this to say in regards to ruining his first Thanksgiving turkey (or should we say, turkeys!)…

"I ruined 16 of them when I worked for a hotel in Frederick [in Maryland] around age 16 or 17. I set the temperature too high the night before, and they were ruined the next day. Didn't get fired, but it was the biggest lesson in the kitchen. Ever."

In other news, Michael was recently named a finalist for Eater LA's Los Angeles Chef of the Year in the 2010 Eater Awards! Check out all of the other nominees, finalists, and big winners HERE.

Not to be out done by his little brother, Bryan was recently honored with the Innovative Firm of the Year Award for the positive impact VOLT has had on Frederick’s local economy.

According to the Frederick County Business Development Advisory Council and Frederick County Office of Economic Development, Bryan received this honor for playing an integral role in making Frederick a "culinary tourism destination," and for being a major supporter of the local agricultural community. Read more about Bryan’s prestigious award HERE.

Bryan and his VOLT business partner, Hilda Staples.

That's it for this week's Voltaggio update. Leave your thoughts and questions about the V-bros in the comment section below and check back next week for another Voltaggio information overload. Enjoy!