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Culinary creator Maxine Sharf is taking her viral recipes from social media to the page with her debut cookbook, Maxi’s Kitchen: Easy Go-To Recipes to Make Again and Again. She joins us in Studio B alongside her mom, Ann Sharf, the fan-favorite duo behind her content, to share how a major career setback led to millions of followers and a brand-new chapter in the kitchen. From easy weeknight meals to indulgent weekend dishes, Maxine is all about making cooking approachable, fun, and full of flavor. Plus, she gives us a taste of what you can expect from her new cookbook and her Houston stop on her book tour. Houston Life on @KPRC2 is your daily dose of the best of Houston, including amazing people, delicious food, fun events, and everything in between.

Is tarot all fun and games, or is there something deeper behind the cards? On this April Fool’s Day segment, we took a closer look at tarot and starting with the Fool card itself. Professional tarot reader Amber Ambrose joined us to break down what tarot really is, how she uses it as a tool for self-reflection, and why so many people are turning to it for insight and clarity. Plus, we put it to the test with a special birthday tarot reading for Derrick.

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re sitting down with entrepreneur and investor Chantell Preston for a conversation about money, mindset, and financial independence. A recent study shows most women expect to be responsible for their finances, but far fewer feel confident or empowered to take action. Chantell shares why managing money isn’t the same as building wealth and how women can start taking control today. Plus, she gives us a preview of her upcoming book The Success Lie, where she challenges outdated beliefs about success and offers tools to help women create a life of true financial freedom.

A Houston landmark is facing demolition, and the clock is ticking. The Garden Oaks Theater, a 1947 neighborhood cinema with original mid-century design, could be gone within weeks. Local nonprofit ArtHouse Houston is stepping in with a plan to save the building and transform it into a Cultural Arts & Film Center for the community. In this segment, co-founder Maureen McNamara and filmmaker Rachael Acosta share the urgent effort to preserve this historic space and how Houston residents can help.

From starting over in a new country to earning one of the toughest titles in the food and wine world. Houston Life co-host Tessa Barrera sat down with restaurant owner and Master Sommelier June Rodil to learn what advice she has for women entrepreneurs.

If you're looking for the perfect way to wrap up your weekend, this might be it. Jazzy Sundays in the Parks is bringing live music and good vibes to Discovery Green. And the best part, it is completely free. This weekend's local headliner, Mathias Lattin joined us in Studio B with more.

Houston Ballet principal dancer Karina González portrays Frida Kahlo in the production 'Broken Wings' at the Wortham Center. Inspired by Kahlo's life and art, we sat down with the company's first Latina principal dancer to find out how the role challenges her both technically and emotionally and what this role means for her career.

Women artists are gathering to celebrate creativity, culture, and community. The Feminine Universe is an immersive art show and some of the artists behind the event are here with more on why this showcase matters and how they're hoping to inspire the next generation of women creators.

It's rodeo season and entertaining expert Paul Zahn is showing us how to throw an easy, rodeo-themed gathering with a kick! He's sharing some delicious bites and cocktails including a version of a cocktail you can find on the menu at NRG.

She is 89 years young and just getting started. Heights native Margie Seaman just released her second novel in 5 years. After a 60 year career in marketing and web design, she decided it was finally time to pick up the pen. Houston life's Derrick Shore and Tessa Barrera sat down with her for an extended chat about how she turned someday into today.

If your energy bills seem to climb higher every summer, your windows could be part of the problem. The Window Source of Houston shows us you how upgrading your windows could help you save money and stay more comfortable at home.

A positive story for those going through cancer treatment. The Houston-based non-profit CanCare is stepping in to fill the support gap, training survivors to support patients through every step. We'll learned from CEO and president Darcie Wells and survivor turned volunteers how just showing up can make a difference.