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February entertaining doesn't have to be complicated. Whether you're hosting friends for the Big Game or planning something sweet for Valentine's Day, we'll see how Kroger makes it easy to grab everything in one stop.

If you don't know who to call when life throws you a curveball, there's one number that can help. February 11th is 211 day, and we sat down with United Way of Greater Houston, breaking down how their free helpline connects Houstonians to thousands of housing, food, and utility resources. Houston Life on @KPRC2 is your daily dose of the best of Houston, including amazing people, delicious food, fun events, and everything in between.

From growing up in Trinidad and Tobago to working in some of the world's top kitchens. Season 22 Top Chef winner chef Tristen Epps opens up about how his heritage influenced his cooking style. Plus, how he wants Houstonians to rethink the way we see Caribbean cuisine.

It's a new book by former KPRC-TV reporter ReShonda Tate. She wrote the story behind the marriage of pianist and child prodigy Hazel Scott and politician Adam Clayton Powell Jr. It was a relationship shaped culture, politics, and civil rights. ReShonda joins Houston Life's Derrick Shore and Tessa Barrera to unpack why this love story was as influential as it was complicated.

KPRC 2 welcomes its newest evening anchor, Stephania Jimenez, as she makes her Houston debut tonight at 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. Today on Houston Life, Jimenez shared her journey to Houston, her Texas roots, and what it means to step into a role built on accountability, trust, and serving our community. Get to know the journalist behind the desk and why she’s excited to get to work for Houston viewers.

If you want to feel closer to your partner this year, listen up! Houston-based relationship and intimacy coordinator Dr. Viviana Coles shared her practical love resolutions that strengthen intimacy without pressure. Plus, a free resource to help you get started today.

The beloved PBS Kids series "Alma's Way" is back with stories that celebrate culture, confidence, and community. We met Houstonian Aisha McElroy, founder of the Black Cowboy Coalition who helped shape the powerful episode highlighting black cowboy culture and why representation matters.

If you are eating better, moving more but still hitting a wall health and fitness expert Dr. Ian Smith explains why weight loss plateaus happen and why the last 15 pounds can be the hardest to lose. He's sharing his his new book 'The Last 15' that can help reset your metabolism in just seven weeks.

Some of Houston's youngest voices are stepping up in a big way. Fourth and fifth graders from HISD are delivering original speeches inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We met fourth grader Stormii Olezene and learned how her message of hope is already making an impact at the 30th annual Foley MLK Jr. Oratory competition

We're back In The kitchen with Kroger. In 2026, wellness is getting a much-needed reset. It's no longer about cutting everything out or chasing extremes. Kroger pharmacist and wellness specialist Derek David showed us how small, everyday choices can lead to better energy, better health, and habits you can actually keep.

He has written more than 60 books, hosted history channel shows, and helped recover a missing 9/11 flag. Now, he's sharing his latest book with us. New york times best selling author Brad Meltzer talks "The Viper" plus more on where to meet him tonight.

January is often about starting fresh, so, we're talking tea as a daily ritual to help you center and refresh. We met Houston entrepreneur and certified tea specialist Jasmine Oliver about how the simple act of enjoying a cup of tea helped her begin her own health journey.