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Moti Sofer
Italian cuisineMediterranean influences
Started learning cooking from his mother, Yvonne, at age 15.
Commenced his career in restaurants, which spans over 30 years by 2026.
His mother, Yvonne Sofer, passed away at 67 years old.
Successfully ran La Repubblica, bringing Italian cuisine to Tel Aviv.
La Repubblica closed following the events of October 7th.
Chef Moti Sofer is renowned for his significant contribution to bringing authentic Italian cuisine to Tel Aviv, accumulating over 30 years of experience in the restaurant industry. He learned the art of cooking from his mother and recently transitioned from his long-standing restaurant, La Repubblica, to open a new venture in Shefayim.
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La Repubblica, New Shefayim restaurant (unnamed)
Moti Sofer began his culinary journey at the age of 15, learning the secrets of cooking from his mother, Yvonne. Initially, his father was not supportive of his choice to become a chef. Yvonne passed away 22 years prior to the June 2026 article, at the age of 67. Moti Sofer also became a father at the age of 46.
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Starting over with a new restaurant located in Shefayim.
Became a father at the age of 46.