Payton Howie is back in Studio B.She's fresh off her tour with Grammy award-winning country artist Ashley McBryde and catching up with us on a whirlwind of a fall. She also brought the house down with a live performance of her latest single, 'Denim'. Watch the player above for her full interview and performance.

From water painting to calligraphy prints, celebrate culture and traditions at the largest Islamic art festival in the U.S.

It's German Oktoberfest with an island twist! Tessa Barrera takes us to Galveston to "Tap the Keg" once again; kicking off the 42nd annual island Oktoberfest.She has all the details on this family-friendly and free festival happening in downtown Galveston.

We are lucky to have so many talented bakers in the Houston area -- but we knew Aydee Deaton of Sugar Berry Cookie Shoppe was the *perfect* person to help celebrate Tessa's birthday. From her appearance on the Food Network to her popular classes and work in the community, Aydee's skills are next level. Watch as she shows Houston Life hosts Derrick and Tessa how to decorate one of her delicious cookie cakes.

Dr. Steffie Tomson is the Houstonian who used her background in neuroscience to design footwear that promises style and comfort! She's the CEO and founder of Getaway Sticks, the shoe line made for women of all walks of life. Watch the player above to see how she took her struggle with heels and changed the game.

The Tony-Award winning musical “Newsies” returns in a brand-new production by Theater Under The Stars. Pierre Marais and Cailen Fu stopped by Houston Life to chat about the musical with Tessa Barrera and special guest co-host, Christina Wells.

On Houston Life, we checked in on our girl Tessa Barrera. She's out of the office this week and wanted to tell you why in her own words. She shared her message of beauty, self-discovery, and what she wants women everywhere to know.

Town and Country Plastic Surgeons and Med Spa has built a legacy in the plastic surgery community, but what you might not realize is that their med spa is a one stop shop for all things aesthetic. Tessa Barrera takes a closer look at the services they offer patients.

Houston Life co-host Tessa Barrera was ready "fore" some fundraising. She left Studio B and went to Wildcat Golf Club to see how some teams are swinging their clubs for a good cause.Tessa chatted president of Texas Adaptive Aquatics and the host of her radio show, Rod Ryan.

It's all about the total solar eclipse on Houston Life. Co-host Tessa Barrera met KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Frank Billingsley at the Houston Museum of Natural Science in Sugar Land.

Texas-based comedian Andrew Youngblood is in the house. He was on Houston Life back in December right before he filmed his special at the secret group. The special, "I'll tell you this" was just released yesterday. We're chatting with him about the drop.

There's something about custom shoes that gets us so excited. Local artist and custom shoe designer Nard Got Sole visited us for Astros Opening Day to show us exactly how he turns basic sneakers into works of art.

Tessa took to the field to get to know Houston Dynamo FC General Manager, Pat Onstad and how he and his daughter Abby came to call H-Town home through his soccer success. She shares why she decided to follow in his athletic footsteps on the pitch!

Meet Winnie Ileso! She's the local woman who appears on a new Netflix reality competition, "The trust: a game of greed." It's the show where contestants have the chance to split a whopping $250,000. She tells us what it was like behind the scenes and what she learned from the high profile show.

We're talking seafood on Houston Life. It's heart-healthy, rich in protein and in omega 3's. If you don't know where to start, we have a fix for that. Melissa Harrington and Emily Castro, the founders of seafood delivery company Fish Fixe prepared two delicious seafood options.

At 7 years old, Tessa and her friend decided they could make bank selling baskets door to door. It didn't go as planned.

Valentine's Day is almost here. It's the time of year when many couples are putting in a little extra effort into their relationships. Coincidentally it's also National Marriage Week so today we got expert tips on maintaining a happy and healthy marriage from licensed therapist, speaker and author Kaity Rodriguez.

Sunday-funday, a curated menu, a live DJ...What more could you ask for? Trattoria Sofia walked Tessa and Mel through making a heart-shaped pizza and a sparkling strawberry margarita. Reserve a table for you and your besties for Sunday February, 11th from 11a-3p at https://www.trattoriasofia.com/events...

Help support Best Friends Animal Society in Houston as they are offering fee-waived adoptions on dogs, cats, puppies and kittens from February 7th-14th. This is all due to a huge fundraising push by Puppy Bowl XX. Find your forever teammate at Best Friends Animal Society Houston. We want to thankSophia Proler, Director of BFAS South Central region for stopping by with Kashew and Kenzie!

The Soaring Phoenix Dragon & Lion Dance Association are BUSY this Lunar New Year with 150+ performances in just three weeks, they'll need all the luck they can get. Part of the team stopped by for a loud and colorful performance outside of Studio B. Catch up with Soaring Phoenix on Instagram @s.p.liondance

We're gearing up for the 'Year of the Dragon!' The Chinese community center has their big Lunar New Year festival coming up, they decorated Studio B and told us all about the significance of the holiday plus what the 'Year of the Dragon' is all about.

Did you know heavy metal rock band Godsmack has a softer side? Yep, they are bringing an intimate 'Vibez Tour' to Lake Charles this month. I'll chat with lead singer sully Erna about what fans can expect at the show and we'll learn the details on his memoir-based documentary now streaming.

And valentines day is next week. Whether you're celebrating with the love of your life, or with the ones who mean the most, we're highlighting some delicious wines for valentine's day. Wine and lifestyle expert, Daniela Garrido tells us exactly how to pick the perfect bottle or bundle!

It's one of our favorite times of the year -- girl scout cookie season! We're chatting with a group of local girl scouts about some of the changes you can expect this year and how the sales from the cookies helps these young women develop important life skills.

If you're a plant lover, you have to put PlantCon in your calendar this April 13th-14th. The second annual convention will host over 100 vendors catering to the entire plant community. If you're into plants but you have a small space, don't worry, Kenny Nguyen with Houston Plant Market showed us how to cultivate a lush container garden right on your patio or balcony. Follow them on Instagram @plantcon.intl

Atsuko Okatsuka will be back in H-Town on Sunday for her "Full Grown Tour." She talks to Derrick and Tessa about being yourself, her rise to fame and her iconic haircut. Get tickets to her show at www.visithoustontexas.com

One family's quest to give their son with disabilities key life skills, has resulted in a fragrance business that's about so much more than selling products.

From shaving each other's armpits to giving each other facials down there, Eva and Sunnie are not afraid to get personal with their skincare. The duo talk about Sunnie's boyfriend, Scott, the highs and lows of the show, and how the show impacted the already unbreakable bond between them.

What happens when you mix 80s wrestling with hot sauce? You get Headlock Hot Sauce. A carrot-based hot sauce from Houston couple, Darren Tompkins and Stephanie Hill. You'll get a chance to Suplex Your Taste buds with their Suplex Super Hot Habanero or opt for a milder chip and dip kind of flavor with their Hammerlock Jalapeno Lime. Pick up a bottle or three at Walmart or order them in a trio on their website headlockhotsauce.com

From growing up Amish to the tragic loss of her young daughter, Anne Beiler's life is anything but typical. We learned about her new cookbook, her inspiring story and how she pulled herself out of unimaginable grief. We're so excited to spend time with Anne, Founder of iconic pretzel chain, Auntie Anne's. She's sharing how growing up in the kitchen with her mother taught her valuable lessons. Plus, how she pulled herself out of the darkness following the loss of her 19-month-old daughter.

Football in Houston is not over yet. Spring is right around the corner for the start of the United Football League. We're chatting with Houston Roughnecks head coach C.J. Johnson on what's about to be a pretty exciting season.

Mast Colorist Brenda Olivarez is helping men and women embrace their grays. The trend is taking salons by storm as people are shifting to a maintainable and easier hairdo. Ashley Callahan decided to make the switch with Brenda as her stylist and she hasn't looked back. Get 15% off your gray blending appointment when you mention Houston Life when booking your appointment.

Food lovers, get ready! The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its iconic annual event, the 2024 Taste of the Town. This event is a highlight in the region's food calendar, drawing thousands to experience the vibrant flavors of The Woodlands area. Woodlands Chamber of Commerce CEO, J.J. Hollie and Eric Saville from Kirby's Steakhouse told us all the details on this year's big event.

Chocolates and flowers are nice but if you really want to impress your valentine - give them something that sparkles! Matthew Duncan from U.S. Coins and jewelry has some Valentine's Day gift ideas.

Houston Life's Tessa Barrera take you inside The Texans team store for a look at all the new playoff merch and how you can get your hands on it ahead of Saturday's big game. Plus, all the details on a free watch party happening downtown for fans.

Houston Life welcomes Jennifer Lopez-Fuller! She started "Bay Area Houston Food Lovers" to connect hundreds of local businesses to the community. Now, over 60-thousand people are part of the movement. We caught up with her on how this venture started and how you too can shop, eat and save.

Gabriella Gutierrez puts her own twist on luxury picnics in the city with something that looks like it's straight out of a fairytale. Tessa takes us inside "Bibbidi Boppity Bubble" and shares how you can create your own party on the go.

A new art exhibition at the Anya Tish Gallery in Montrose features two Houston-based Latin X artists. Marisol Valencia and Tatiana Escallón use different art mediums that celebrate memory, displacement, and feminism. Find out how you can experience their artwork.

Nkem Denchukwu is a Houston author, filmmaker and mother of four. writes about self-love, kindness, and her unique experience when it comes to bridging the gap between her Nigerian heritage and the African-American experience.

Dr. Hilary Fairbrother, emergency medicine physician at UTHealth Houston explains what hypothermia is and how to avoid it. She also explains how different groups of people who might have trouble getting out of cold could experience hypothermia in temperatures warmer than freezing. How does it differ from frostbite? There's one key difference explained.

We're still dealing with winter weather. Mike Schur with Abacus Plumbing gave us the tips you need to know if your pipes are still frozen and what to do for the next extreme cold front.

Houston is getting ready for a dramatic change in the forecast. Urban Harvest tells us what we need to do in order to save our beloved trees and keep them thriving, even in cold weather.

Twin activists and philanthropists Tena Lundquist Faust and Tama Lundquist take matters in their own hands to save animal from the streets of Houston. The growing stray problem poses both a public safety risk and a health crisis. The sisters give viewers the real, and raw footage as they hit the streets to save the animals they love.

Two hip replacements couldn't keep Carrie Bradshaw away from her passion of running. Tessa went for a jog with the wife, mom of four and self-proclaimed Bionic Woman as she prepares for the Houston Half Marathon.

The Mediterranean Diet has won best overall diet for the 7th year in a row from U.S. News and World Report. It's balanced, sustainable and healthy. We learned how to get started from registered dietician and founder of Fully Mediterranean, Pam Fullenweider.

Create a new routine that will leave your skin clear and smooth for the new year with products you can find at your local drugstore

Timothy Glover also known as "Dash Gordon" took his childhood hardships and used it as a driving force to inspire the community

Why a trip to Children's Museum Houston should be on your "To do" list this winter!

Soup, salad and slow cooking -- three easy meals for the new year

Tips on how to clean up and organize your holiday decor and junk drawers

Not just a pretty face, Sarah Pappas is a career woman, athlete, and now small business owner.

Houston Life’s Tessa Barrera takes a look at how crystal candles are made with Burning Stones.

If you’re a fan of boy bands from the 90s, you’ll like XTNCT. They are very handsome and talented and they're releasing their latest single exclusively on Houston Life.

Houston Life's Tessa Barrera discovered the Captain Ceviche food truck three years ago so she sent Mel Camp out to Galveston with a lunch order! Watch to get an idea just how delicious the food is.

Houston Life's Tessa Barrera caught up with the power couple!

Will Derrick like it?

Tessa takes a closer look at Joasis, a place for dogs to learn swimming and dock diving.

Tessa Barrera is Derrick's new co-host. Get to know her.

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See what's coming up on Wednesday's show!

Designer Alan Gonzalez catches up with Derrick Shore and guest co-host Tessa Barrera, plus-- he brings a few runway looks.

Today on Houston Life we're getting to know our newest guest co-host.