FIRST LOOK: “Big Daddy’s House” with Aaron McCargo Jr.
Published on: August 1, 2008 – 11:58 pm by POPHANGOVER 
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Aaron McCargo Jr, winner of “The Next Food Network Star”, will be back on TV on Sunday with the premiere of his new show, “Big Daddy’s House.”
According to Big Daddy’s website:
Aaron brings a down-to-earth vibe and warm smile to the kitchen while whipping up mouth-watering recipes inspired by many years of culinary experience and his fun-loving family. Expect big food and big fun on Big Daddy’s House.
McCargo’s win set the blog world abuzz with posts of disbelief and shock. Week after week on “The Next Food Network Star,” he faded into the background, and even worse, he always seemed moments from wetting his pants whenever the camera started rolling. He was awkward, nervous, and uncomfortable to watch.
One commenter named Mark said, “He seemed to do badly every week, yet the judges were tripping over themselves to find ways to excuse his mistakes.” Swimmer Bill said, “I believe Aaron won because the Food Network doesn’t want to renew the contract of the winner after six episodes.”
Will Aaron succeed? Or will his nerves get the best of him yet again? Tune in to find out. Big Daddy’s House airs Sundays at 1:30pm/12:30c on Food Network.
Can’t wait that long? Here are some pictures of Aaron’s “BIG DADDY” set, courtesy of The Food Network:
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August 3rd, 2008
I was curious and watched the show. I wanted to see the train wreck. I turned the in less than a minute. He talks too fast and not clearly, And his personality just did not appeal to me, same as during the competition.
Lisa, you might get your own show after all.
August 10th, 2008
I think Aaron seems like a very warm and genuine person who absolutely loves preparing and eating food. He truly makes the food seem so delicious that one can’t wait to buy the ingredients and prepare it.
September 18th, 2008
Food Network says Aaron’s show is coming back in January 09 for a new season. I’ll believe it when I see it!