Riccardo Floris is a distinguished chef with a rich culinary heritage, born to a Welsh mother and a Sardinian father. Raised in the heart of the restaurant industry, he is the son of a renowned Italian restaurateur in Cardiff. From a young age, Riccardo developed a deep passion for cooking, drawing inspiration from both his Welsh roots and Sardinian traditions.
He now leads the kitchen at the family-owned restaurant Valentino’s, located on Windsor Place, where he showcases his signature style of refined, heritage-driven cuisine. Over the years, Riccardo has had the honour of cooking for prominent Welsh figures, including the Stereophonics and Craig Bellamy.
In addition to his work at Valentino’s, Riccardo offers bespoke private dining experiences, specialising in Welsh-Sardinian fusion tasting menus that reflect his unique cultural background and culinary vision.
Beyond the kitchen, Riccardo is also the co-host of Savouring Success, a podcast channel on YouTube that explores life, business, and the modern-day challenges faced by young men.