Meet Debbie Matzkin

I’m Debbie — a chef, author, and speaker with a story that starts in Europe, crosses through Latin America and the U.S., and finds peace and freedom in Israel.

MY RESTART

Born into an aristocratic family with a picture-perfect life, I hid years of trauma, silence, and survival behind a smile. After decades of healing and self-work, I finally restarted my life — and today, I share my journey to help others restart theirs.

Ten years ago, I made Aliyah to Israel. It was the final, most meaningful chapter in my healing journey. Here, I found my soul, my calling, and my joy. I published my cookbook Hosting with Love, built a real estate business, and started speaking across the world.

Now I use my voice to speak about:

Forgiveness and transformation

Mental health and family healing

Jewish identity and resilience

The power of food to connect us all