I made initial contact with Debby about a week before a wine tasting event I was curating about preparing dishes to pair with the wines. Everything about my experience with her was 5 Stars. She is professional, responsive, caring and passionate about her work. More importantly every dish she made was beautifully presented and delicious. The lobster shooters especially stand out but meats cooked to perfection. She and her assistant chef Elizabeth did an amazing job, left the kitchen spotless and I would not hesitate to use them for any private event in the future. read more

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Chef Debby and staff knocked our family reunion event out of the park! Food and presentation were incredible, professional, nose to the grindstone, heads-down hard work going on. They left everything cleaner and better organized then when they arrived. Exactyly what we had dreamt of. Can't say enough about the quality of Debby's work. Would definitely use her services again. read more

Chef Debby is amazing. So easy to work with, super sweet, will do anything for you and the food was so good. I hired her to do food for bridal and groom get ready rooms the day of my daughter's wedding. Everything was so beautiful and delicious. She was such a great find, highly recommend! read more

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the food was actually pretty good and she's nice, but the communication leading up to the event was a bit disorganized. for the price, we expected things to run a lot smoother with the planning and timing. decent overall but probably wouldnt hire again for a big event read more

Hi Debby, I just wanted to reach out and let you know how wonderful you and your team were for my birthday party last Saturday! I am so grateful that my husband found you....There were so many "oohs" and "ahhhs" and "mmmmms" happening all night! The charcuterie was so beautiful and abundant and everything was incredibly fresh and tasty! Mauricio was a fabulous server and was so kind and fun to talk to. He even helped us to find some wayward Easter eggs! Dinner was amazing. Salad was delicious, and the main course was exceptional! Everything was cooked to perfection and beautifully plated. Nothing was overlooked and your attention to detail was apparent. I didn't speak much to your kitchen helper (I apologize that I don't remember her name), but I have no doubt, in addition to all the cooking help, I have her to thank for how clean and organized my kitchen was when you all left! I appreciate the 3 of you for all you did that I didn't see behind the scenes. It was a pleasure to have you in our home and the icing on the cake is that you are all dog people and were so kind to our pups! I'm sure this won't be the last time you chef for us!!! Best, Sharon Hartman read more

The MOST beautiful charcuterie board. It was absolutely perfect for our party and Debby was wonderful to work with. Will absolutely be calling her for our next party. read more

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Thank you Chef Debby for being a part of two very special celebrations for both me and my brother! The food was absolutely delicious & memorable - everyone enjoyed the appetizers, entrees, and desserts. Her charcuterie plates are impressive - beautifully designed to make the perfect center piece and really high quality meats & cheeses. I wish we could have every event with Chef Debby and would recommend her to anyone hosting a party or event! She's a wonderful energy to be around & you can feel her passion for great cooking! Can't wait to host our next big event with y read more

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We hired Debby for our anniversary. Everything was lovely. Best steak Ive had in a long time. I barely noticed she was there and could enjoy my husband and her yummy food. read more

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Chef Debby catered our son's wedding this past weekend, and we could not be more pleased! The food was as delicious as it was beautifully presented. Chef Debby and her crew were so helpful, friendly and efficient. They left our kitchen clean and tidy, and I would have no hesitation to recommend Chef Debby for any catering your might need! read more

We hired Chef Debby to cater an 80th birthday dinner for my Irish father-in-law in our home. Debby was so responsive from the moment I emailed her. She sent me many menus to choose from, and I also leveraged her website for additional ideas. She was so helpful through the whole process of creating a menu and kept me informed of what she needed from me and what I should expect the day of the event. Our menu included 3 passed appetizers (ahi tuna on wonton crisp, margarita pizza and artichoke/potato latkes with smoked salmon), a citrus/beet/mozzarella salad, and pre-selected entrée (signature lamb with pomegranate molasses glaze, miso salmon, or angel hair pasta) chosen by our 20 guests. Not only were her dishes beautifully presented, most importantly, they were flavorful, delicious, and cooked to perfection! The sides were even spectacular. All the guests raved about how fabulous the food was including our teenagers! The day of the party, Debby and her crew were on time, professional, and so pleasant. They cleaned during and after the party so we could enjoy the event. The best part was my father-in-law had a wonderful birthday celebration and was proud to treat his friends to such a beautiful dinner. Chef Debby and her crew played a big part in creating this memorable event for our family. Thanks for everything, Debby! read more

The most amazing gourmet crew I've ever spent the evening with! Chef Debby's staff is top notch and some! My Mother, Father, Friend's and Family could not say enough wonderful compliments about food & stunning presentatios - grazing board was off the chart spectacular ! We all had the best time ever and unbelievably pull off this "BIG" surprise party‍‍ Much thanks again to all of you!!! read more

Debby did amazing with her grazing board, I ordered the deluxe for 30 guest for a work event. Everyone loved it, the items she used and the presentation was beautiful. Thank you Chef Debby! I highly recommend her services read more

I've had 2 events with Chef Debby, each a complete success. Food is divine, with professional and artistic presentation. If a problem arose, it was resolved quickly without stress. Highly recommend. read more

We decided to hire Chef Debby for our at home Wedding in February 2021. We could not have been more happy with the results. She was absolutely wonderful to work with from start to finish. We had to re-evaluate our plans on the fly due to covid and restaurants not being able to cater. Due to this we researched local private chefs and Debby came highly recommended. I'm so thankful for this, because her food and desserts were a highlight of the wedding for us. She created a menu for us based on our conversations of what we like, guests needs, and her own special twist on what she does best. She provided professional staff, bartender and supplies, and left our kitchen cleaner than the way she found it. I don't have enough amazing things to say about Debby, do yourself a favor and meet with her to get some great insight on a special dinner party, wedding, birthday, etc. You won't regret it! Highlights from the menu (I mean, everything was incredible!): -Lightly fried artichoke hearts with garlic aoili -Ahi Wonton App -Branzino (this was incredible!!) -Wine braised short ribs (a fan fav!) -caramelized onion mashed potatoes....soooo flavorful and moist. Thank you so much Debby! Can't wait to have you come by again for another special event! :) -Brittany & JJ read more

Chef Debby created fabulous charcuterie cups for our wedding cocktail hour and we had multiple guests comment on the quality and presentation! She went above and beyond in working with me, as our venue was a logistical challenge , providing many ideas and inspiration to accomplish our goal of creating an appealing cocktail hour on the top of a mountain in Malibu! I highly recommend hiring Chef Debby for your catering needs. read more

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Chef Debby is incredibly talented and really brought her A game for our wedding this past May. My husband and I are foodies, and it was important to us that the food was not only great, but that there was plenty of it. (Both of us have been to or been in weddings in the past where it feels like you don't have enough to eat, and we did not want that for our guests). And, wow, did Debby deliver. Debby not only helped us create the most delicious menu, but she helped us incorporate some dishes that are important to me and my husband. She even hand-delivered us a tasting plate when we couldn't decide what to serve our guests. I mean, what?! My bridesmaids still talk about the appetizers Debby and her team created. They really are THAT good. More than the food, Debby is truly a sweet and caring person. I know we hired her to help bring our wedding food dreams to life, but I'm really happy we got to know her. I highly recommend Debby to anyone looking for a private chef. read more

As a Wedding Planner, Chef Debby & her team were the dream team to have alongside for such a special occasion. I had the pleasure of working with her for a micro wedding in Agoura Hills this past weekend and I couldn't be more pleased. She walked my clients through every little detail of their menu with such care and attention which translated to the day-of being just as caring to ensure the utmost perfection for the couple. This team knows what it means to take care of business AND only strive for the best for their clients. Can't wait to work with Chef Debby and her team again!! read more

Debby and her team have created wonderful Kentucky Derby parties for us for several years. Not only is she creative and in-tune with what her clients want, Debby is also practical and figures out the best way to make the logistics work out -- she is the whole package! Chef Debby is excellent at brainstorming menus, narrowing the choices and then creating an amazing feast. It is easy to see that Debby and her team care deeply about their work and client satisfaction. Top notch professionals! read more

Chef Debby cooked for 10 of us at a sit down luncheon in my house. She helped me put together a very nice and delicious menu, everything looked amazing. I will use her again. read more

Chef Debby and her staff were amazing! She took the time to meet with us and help design an elegant and delicious menu for my wife's 50th Birthday Party. From the simple and diverse appetizers to the Butter Poached Lobster first course...all the way to the Braised Short Ribs and Macadamia Crusted Halibut...5 stars. She and her team helped make it a night to remember. And, if the cooking wasn't enough...they left my kitchen spotless. Which, in my book is just as important as to the meal they served :) Needless to say, we'll be calling Chef Debby again. Thank you Chef!!! read more

What an amazing birthday treat Chef Debby was!! My husband surprised me with a gorgeous dinner party with Debby and her so lovely team. Every item was unique and pretty and all felt completely spoiled. My husband and I woke up this morning with a new way of entertaining and the kitchen was CLEAN!! Thank you Debby!!! read more

I have enjoyed Chef Debby's wonderful dishes many times on different occasions. When it was time to hire a chef and catering team, it was an easy decision to have her cater my daughter's wedding for a party of 30 guests. Debby is always easy to communicate with and wants to personalize your event. Her menus are extensive and she will give suggestions to have balanced gourmet choices. She provided us a timeline for the setup and even timing for the wedding. Her crew was friendly, professional and helpful. They worked hard prepping, serving and cleaning up. We hired her bartender that made the signature cocktails for us. The food was presented beautifully for the buffet. The dessert grab board was amazing and her pastry chef made a special cake per the bride's request. On another occasion, we had Debby's amazing charcuterie board. Can't wait to have another reason to have Chef Debby create a beautiful and delicious event to remember. read more

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We hired Debby to cater our romantic Valentines dinner this year and I am so happy we did!! Debby emailed me an incredible array of food choices, it was hard to narrow down but Debby is so friendly and easy to work with and we came up with a great menu on the phone. We had a sit down dinner for 18. I gave my guests a choice of 2 entrees, one beef and one fish. We finalized the menu in time for her to do ordering and shopping. Debby and her wonderful crew of 3 helpers arrived and prepped and cooked while the great bartender served our guests their favorite libations, including a specialty Valentine Cocktail. The professionally dressed servers plated the delicious dinners and the salads had heart shaped beets atop!! Debby surprised me with chocolate strawberries (nice treat)! One of my guests brought a beautiful red velvet cake and Debby served that with a delicious gelato. The crew cleaned and did dishes leaving the kitchen and bar in great shape. I have asked Debby to help me out with another event in May.....Thanks Debby read more

I can't say enough wonderful things about Debby and her team. I planned a housewarming/birthday party and my other chef cancelled on me two weeks before my event. I called Debby. She told me she was booked that day but kindly recommended some other chefs. Luckily I got a call the next day that Debby was now available for my date. She sent me extensive options for appetizers, salads, entrees and desserts. She helped me choose the perfect menu and catered to my guests' dietary restrictions. She was super responsive, warm and caring throughout the planning process. The food and service on the day of my event was excellent. I wasn't the only one from my party who thought so. All my guests loved each course. Debby also brought a bartender who made delicious cocktails for us. What a night! We had the crispy artichoke and tuna tartare appetizers, peach salad, lobster teaser, filet, salmon and her delicious brittle ice cream dessert. After Debby left I instantly thought "when can I have her back?" Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Debby! Don't hesitate, book Debby. read more

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I decided to use Chef Debby last night for my wife's birthday. It turned out great. Chef Debby arrived promptly as promised and immediately began to prepare the dinner that both she and I put together based upon my wife's favorites. The appetizers were ahi tartare in cucumber cups with a second being a delicious shrimp cocktail. A fantastic arugula and baby field green with Bosc pear salad was next. The came the main course. I knew that my wife loved lamb chops and scallops and couldn't decide. Debbie suggested let's do both and we did. The entree was wonderful. It was accompanied by asparagus and herb roasted baby potatoes. The grand finale was a yummy dessert of vanilla ice cream topped with caramel and fresh raspberries. Everything could not have been more perfect. Chef Debby cleaned everything up and left our kitchen spotless. The surprise dinner could not have been any better. I would highly recommend Chef Debby for a small couples dinner and will most definitely use her again. read more

Debby and her staff helped make our work appreciation dinner a fabulous success! The food was beautiful and delicious and was exactly what I had asked for. They prepared everything in our home, served our 14 dinner guests at the table and promptly cleaned up everything, including our fine china. I will be calling again soon! read more

We just hired Chef Debby to cater a party for my husband's 60th birthday. It was a sit down dinner at our home and a really important occasion for our family. Debby and her staff were incredible. They were professional in every capacity. From the pass around appetizers to dinner and then a gorgeous dessert - perfection! The food was delicious and the presentation was fantastic. Her staff was friendly and incredibly helpful with setting up the party. The service was impeccable. We will definitely use Chef Debby in the future. read more

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Chef Debby and her team are awesome! Had them over to prepare a meal for immediate family for Kym's birthday and it was spectacular. The appetizers and drinks were so delicious and the main course, Chilean Sea Bass was amazing as were the desserts. Chef Debby is so detail-oriented and made the entire evening a very pleasant one for me, Kym and the family. Thanks for all that you do Chef Debby -- a 5 Star Meal! read more

I met with Debby to discuss how to accommodate my wife's request for a "BIG PARTY". Not only did we discuss food, she was very insightful about how the party could "flow" through the house and how to set things up outside. When it was time to review the menu, we were very impressed by Debby's knowledge of what would be "just right" based on what my wife described. Debby and her staff arrived and took charge of the kitchen and got the party started. My house smelled INCREDIBLE with all the cooking and they treated my home with respect and professionalism. The appetizers (passed by her wonderful staff) were perfect in taste and timing. There were appetizers on the table to start with but once the majority of our guests arrived, we were consistently offered passed appetizers by her smiling helpers. In addition, Debby provided a really great bartender who was more than attentive, he was "connected" to the feel of the party. He mixed what was requested and also made suggestions to those who weren't sure what they wanted to drink (like me). Debby oversaw everything, making sure there was consistency in the serving process, quality and presentation of the food! When dinner was ready to be served, EVERYONE lined up for this fabulous meal. Moroccan chicken with figs, olives & baby heirloom tomatoes, Couscous with roasted veggies and grilled asparagus was fantastic. Debby knows how to cook and she made it so easy for us to enjoy our party. I HIGHLY recommend Chef Debby for catering! read more

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Chef Debby did a wonderful job taking care of my 90 yr old mother and her six guests the other night. They had a fantastic time and enjoyed everything that she prepared, from start to finish! Chef Debby is a true professional and I wouldn't hesitate to call on her the next time the need for a private chef arises. She deserves every one of these five stars!! read more

Chef Debby and her team (Wendy and Mauricio) were wonderful. Debby was communicative from the start and easy to work with to cultivate a menu for a birthday/anniversary party with a lot of dietary restrictions. Debby's team was fun, professional, and made great food that both adults and kids loved. Would recommend hiring if Debby is in your area! read more

Wow! Just Wow! Chef Debby and her team are simply spectacular. Chef Debby and the team really knocked it out of the park with a 5 star dinner (and all the wonderful appetizers that the team passed around) to celebrate my wife's 50th Birthday! Inside tip: Don't pass up Chef Debby's signature Charcuterie Board!. The dinner and the service left our guest speechless! Looking forward to the next opportunity to have you back to celebrate! read more

Our daughters surprised us with a romantic dinner at home for our 30th anniversary and hired Debby to do it. Debby planned the menu with the girls and the food was delicious, beautifully presented and perfectly placed. We ate outside, on the patio and enjoyed the sunset. Debby left everything exactly as she found it. read more

Chef Debby and her team provided a perfectly beautiful and DELICIOUS breakfast for our daughter's Bridesmaid Breakfast at our vacation rental home in Westlake Village! Chef Debby was incredibly professional and responsive as I shared our vision! She offered several menu options, and she was so helpful as we navigated the entire process. She and her team arrived right on time! Everything was absolutely delicious and presented beautifully! When they left everything was exactly how they found it! I HIGHLY recommend Chef Debby and her team, and I would absolutely use them again! read more

Chef Debby was super accommodating in working with our budget! Very professional, with lots of menu item options.

I have worked with Chef Debby over the years at many of my Luxury Broker opens and i will say she is amazing. Everything from presentation, service, price and taste. She recently catered my wedding and of course she crushed it everyone is still raving about the food especially the Lobster shooters these are truly the most delicious thing you will ever taste.. I highly recommend Chef Debby for ALL of your events no matter how small or how large she will without a doubt impress you and your family, friends, business associates and most discerning guests. read more

Went to a birthday party in Santa Rosa Valley that was catered by Debby. The food from appetizers to dessert was wonderful. The servers were friendly. I was very impressed with the caterer. I would hire Debby for one of my events and definitely recommend her to my friends. read more

Chef Debby and crew catered my backyard wedding on 7/14/18. From day one, she was responsive to my emails and made everything easy. I lived in another state and communicated mostly by email. She sent me several different menu choices for my budget and worked with me to create the perfect meal. She and her bartenders and staff arrived early and prepared everything; I did not have to worry about a thing. Her staff mixed our signature cocktails and provided great service to all of our guests. The food was delicious and fresh.The shrimp pot stickers were a huge hit, as well as the chicken piccata and nectarine salad. I had a small cake and she brought a beautiful cake stand for me to use. She also brought beautiful XOXO wooden decorations to make her station look great. It totally fit the theme of the wedding. Thanks, again! read more

We made a spontaneous decision to host a dinner party and I feel super fortunate to have had Chef Debby cater it. She quickly put me at ease with her responsiveness, flexibility, great menu and serving ideas, all while remaining sensitive to observing Covid protocols. She and her staff were true professionals in every sense of the word. We enjoyed abundant and absolutely delicious appetizers and dinner as well as flawless service and bartending. Our guests raved about the meal and asked to meet the chef. I should also note that while my request was quite last minute, Chef Debby charged a fair and reasonable price. My husband and I were so happy with the event and I am so happy we have a new resource for entertaining! read more

Dear Debby, How can I thank you enough for the amazing food you prepared for our Christmas party? Everything was so delicious, and because of your fabulous skills, our dinner party for my husband's staff was a huge success. All our guests had a wonderful time and they are still singing your praises at the office. ("The food was better than Mastro's" is what we are hearing the most!) You and your amazing staff went above and beyond to make everyone feel so special - such great service! We look forward to working with you again in the future. You really are the best!! :) read more