General RV’s streaming series “Chef RV” is on the road in search of the best seafood on both of Florida’s coasts. Host Carlos Parisi is traveling in a Thor Sequence 20K Class B camper van throughout the Sunshine State.
The final stop of the trip brings Chef RV to Big Ray’s Fish Camp in Tampa for the fresh catch of the day. Chef Raymond “Nick” Cruz grew up watching and learning about fishing from his Grandpa Cruz around Ballast Point Pier, a popular park and community gathering spot with views of the downtown skyline. Countless summer days spent fishing, cleaning and cooking “fish on the line” would eventually turn into a personal passion to serve the best and freshest seafood in South Tampa.
Specializing in seafood and sandwiches – especially grouper and shrimp dishes – Big Ray’s is located just down the road from his grandfather’s old house. After being voted the best seafood in Tampa shortly after opening in 2015, Big Ray’s now has a second location on the Tampa Riverwalk.