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Aaron McCargo Jr.

Celebrity Chef Known for "Big Daddy's House" on Food Network; Entrepreneur & Founder of the Mentoring Program "Play to Win"

Aaron McCargo Jr.
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Black Heritage, Celebrity Chef, Christian, Faith & Religion, Food & Beverage, Lifestyle, Personal Growth, Television & Film, Youth
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Aaron McCargo Jr. Biography

Aaron McCargo Jr. competed on and emerged as the winner of season four of "The Next Food Network Star" in 2008, securing his own Food Network show. "Big Daddy's House" premiered on August 3, 2008, and topped the charts as the number one "In the Kitchen" weekend show during its initial six-episode run.

Following the success of the first season, the Food Network renewed "Big Daddy's House" for five more seasons. Aaron's charisma and culinary expertise have also led him to guest appearances on popular TV shows such as "The Today Show," "The Talk," "Steve Harvey," "Good Morning America," "Dr. Oz," "Queen Latifah Show," and Food Network's "The Best Thing I Ever Ate" and "Guy’s Grocery Games."

"Big Daddy's House" centers around Aaron's passion for big, bold flavors and family-oriented cooking. From comfort foods to barbecue favorites to breakfast delights, Aaron showcases a range of mouth-watering recipes, elevating simple dishes with bold flavors. Besides his stint on television, Aaron also served as a regular expert on Spike TV’s "Bar Rescue" and the spin-off show "Back to the Bar."

Always an entrepreneur at heart, Aaron has developed his own line of culinary products, including a spice and sauce line named The Sauce/The Spice, which encapsulates his love for big, bold flavors. Additionally, Aaron is the author of a cookbook titled "Simply Done, Well Done." His recent video recipes, including "Scampi Wings," "Best Blackened Tilapia with Blue Cheese Crab Sauce," and "Carbonara Pasta with Cajun Chicken," further emphasize his commitment to creating memorable culinary experiences.

Born and raised in Camden, N.J., Aaron is also a passionate community advocate. He founded Play To Win, a mentoring program aimed at providing services to at-risk male youth ages 14–24. He regularly speaks to youth at community schools and events, inspiring them to succeed despite the odds. In recognition of his success and service, Camden Mayor Gwendolyn Faison presented Aaron with the keys to the city in 2008 and designated September 25 as Aaron McCargo, Jr. Day.

In his personal life, Aaron is a family man with a large and supportive family. He enjoys Bible study, tennis, buffalo wings, watching sports, and traveling in his spare time. Married with three children, Aaron and his family currently reside in New Jersey.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 07/20/2024.

Aaron McCargo Jr. Videos

  • Meet Celebrity Chef Aaron McCargo Jr.
    Meet Celebrity Chef Aaron McCargo Jr.
    Chef, TV Host, Founder @PlayToWin, Entrepreneur/Culinary Products Expert, Proud Dad, Lover of God, my Lord & Savior Jesus Christ
  • Chef Aaron McCargo Jr. prepares his Broccoli Chicken Cheddar Stromboli
    Chef Aaron McCargo Jr. prepares his Broccoli Chicken Cheddar Stromboli
    Welcome to Flavor Dash with Celebrity Chef Aaron McCargo Jr. as he prepares his Broccoli Chicken Cheddar Stromboli with the help of his sous chef...
  • The Best Mac & Cheese for the Big Game with Aaron McCargo Jr
    The Best Mac & Cheese for the Big Game with Aaron McCargo Jr
    After Atlanta mayor Keisha Bottoms was roasted online for her mac and cheese, Steve decided to bring her and celebrity chef Aaron McCargo Jr. here to...
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Aaron McCargo Jr. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Aaron McCargo Jr. for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Aaron McCargo Jr. generally travels from NJ, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Kelsey Nixon, Aarón Sánchez, Carla Hall, Pat Neely and Jamie Malone. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Aaron McCargo Jr. for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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