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Happy birthday to my favorite Mayor 😘 🎉💙 Here’s to another year of big ideas, tough calls, and “all things amazing” for the city we love so much.

When life gives you bananas… you go full Ana Banana at the SOLD-OUT game at Raymond James Stadium! 🍌⚾️

Tampa Bay, y’all aren’t ready for this kind of peel-good entertainment—who knew baseball could be so fun🥎🤩

Here with Mayor to see if Banana Ball can handle a little Tampa flair. Who else is here for the madness?! 🍌🔥

🌟 MAJOR NEWS! 🌟
I couldn’t be prouder of my brother, Raymond “Nick” Cruz, and his iconic Big Ray’s Fish Camp ()! 🎣🔥 Michelin just named it one of Tampa’s top new restaurant additions to the 2025 Florida Michelin Guide, and honestly… it’s about time!
I still remember when renowned food critic Laura Reiley (.laura) wrote the very first full review of Big Ray’s in the Tampa Bay Times, raving about the legendary grouper sandwich and how my brother was “doing seafood right.” That review set the stage for what was to come, and today, Big Ray’s is officially Michelin-recognized!
📖 Read that very first review here:
🔗 https://www.tampabay.com/things-to-do/food/dining/review-big-rays-fish-camp-does-seafood-right-especially-grouper/2245506/
From that first review to Michelin recognition, Big Ray’s has always been about fresh, incredible seafood with a down-to-earth, authentic Tampa vibe. Whether you’re at the original Interbay Blvd spot or grabbing a bite at , every dish is made with love, flavor, and that unbeatable hometown charm.
Here’s what Michelin had to say:
🦐 Smoked fish dip, peel & eat shrimp, blackened seafood baskets
🐟 The legendary fried grouper sandwich
🌭 A lobster tail corn dog (yes, you read that right!)
🥧 The most perfect slice of key lime pie
Tampa already knew, and now the world knows – Big Ray’s is the real deal. Next stop: Bib Gourmand? A Michelin Star? We’ll find out April 17!
📍 6116 Interbay Blvd, Tampa
📍 at Tampa Convention Center
📲 Read the full Michelin Guide feature here:
🔗 https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/florida/tampa/restaurant/big-ray-s-fish-camp
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Show some love by dropping by & ordering your favorites! Let’s keep celebrating local greatness! 🏆🔥

🏀 Tampa Bay, Welcome to the Dance… AGAIN!
For the FOURTH time, the NCAA Women’s Final Four is coming to our incredible city, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome the best of the best to the 813! 🌴☀️
As a former Hall of Famer baller herself 🏆 (yes, Madame Mayor has game!), and I are beyond pumped to watch the nation’s top teams battle it out for glory right here in Champa Bay!
So lace up, bring your A-game, and get ready for some elite hoops, breathtaking buzzer-beaters, and a little Florida sunshine. 🌊🏀💃
Let’s make it legendary, Tampa! 🏆🔥

Tampa Bay is making history—AGAIN! 🏀 For the FO(U)RTH time, our city is hosting the Women’s Final Four on April 4 & 6, proving once more that basketball isn’t just a game here—it’s part of our heartbeat. 💙🏆
From the court to the community, Mayor Jane Castor and Tampa are all about passion, unity, and breaking barriers. We show up, we cheer, we believe—because just like women’s basketball, this city keeps rising, evolving, and setting the standard.
FO(U)R the game. FO(U)R the city. FO(U)R the legacy. Let’s make history. Again. 🔥🏀 https://www.wfftampabay.com/post/fo-u-r-the-love-of-the-game

I am incredibly honored to be named in Florida Trends’ Florida 500 most influential people! Recently, I had the amazing opportunity to share my story on Bloom in an interview with the inspiring Gayle Guyardo of WFLA. We talked about my experiences and passion for helping Hispanic women reach their full potential by empowering a new generation of women to break through barriers and succeed. I continue to bridge the divide, making connections for businesses and government that have helped the growth of Tampa Bay. Thank you to everyone who has supported me on this path.
https://www.wfla.com/bloom-tampa-bay/building-bridges-tampas-first-lady-on-lobbying-leadership-and-empowering-women/
https://floridatrend500.com/professional-services/ana-cruz/

Tune in today at 2pm- I’ll be on Gayle Guyardo’s https://www.facebook.com/BloomTampaBay?mibextid=LQQJ4d discussing my health journey.

Bloom Tampa Bay Bloom is Tampa Bay's only daily health & lifestyle TV show hosted by Amber Freeman. Airs weekdays.

Thank you Tampa Bay Mayors Jane Castor Ken Welch, and Bruce Rector and to all those currently working in our emergency command offices and patrolling our cities for keeping us safe and informed.

Tampa Bay’s mural scene is a celebration of creativity and culture, and I love how it continues to evolve, bringing even more color and inspiration to our community. Here are some of my favorites. It’s like the city itself is alive with history and artistic expression!

Today’s National Voter Registration Day. Remember, your vote is yours alone. It’s your chance to have a say in the decisions that affect your life. Make sure you’re registered and ready to make your voice heard. It’s a simple act with a big impact. Together, we can make a difference!

What a Week it’s been so far alongside the mayors of Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater attending The Export Trade Mission in Vancouver! It’s inspiring to explore collaboration avenues, gaining Canadian market insights and forging new connections. From strengthening ties with international leaders to sharing our vision for a bright economic future. Here’s to continued partnerships and endless possibilities! development