Porter Brooks

Porter Brooks is a world-renowned celebrity taste-maker, bestselling author, TV host, and lifestyle expert. Sharing his contagious love for both food and entertaining, Porter touches the hearts of millions through his eclectic palette of innovative recipes, culinary techniques and design ideas recognized by foodies and style influencers alike. Porter is known as a true soul chef, bringing his American roots and diverse cross-cultural European influence to the American table for more than two decades. His on-camera energy and unparalleled flair has led him to become a favorite on live television, demonstrating his craft and expertise through various television series, print and online publications. Porter began his culinary affair at the age of five, growing up in the kitchen of his grandparents' Los Angeles steak and seafood restaurant. A natural cook since childhood, Porter brings his lifelong memories and spontaneous travel adventures to his viewers, empowering them to entertain with jaw-dropping style and ease. Often coined as a cross between Martha Stewart and Indiana Jones, Porter brings his fearlessness and finesse into all aspects of his work. He is the creator and host of breakout TV show Entertaining People (2007), now in domestic release and airing in more than 100 million cable homes nationwide. Porter is also the creator and host of Urban Bite (2015), a hip food TV series for the home cook and entertaining enthusiast. He is a regular lifestyle correspondent on network television and at major live events, as well as an EMMY judge. The bestselling author of Parties & Celebrations Cook Book (2014), Porter also created home and accessories line, Modern Luxury and line of wines, Porter Estate Vineyards. His websites include PorterBrooks.com, EntertainingPeople.com, EatDrinkCritique.com among many others. Porter has worked for multiple charities throughout his career with a special interest in the arts, pediatric AIDS and child abuse prevention and hunger organizations. He is the founder of the teen-focused support organization SeeItSayIt.org. Porter currently resides in New York City and Palm Springs with his dog, Reddman.