As a food critic in 2025, I recently visited Cavern Restaurant in Singapore, opened March 12. Nestled in Rainforest Wild Asia, its cave-inspired decor evokes Sarawak’s Mulu caves. The menu blends Western flair with bold flavors—I loved the Ironstrike Knuckle, a tender 500-gram pork knuckle braised for 12 hours in Chinese spices, paired with mustard jus ($28++). The Pulled Pork Taco ($22++) was juicy, though slightly overshadowed by the mains. Service was warm, but the ambiance stole the show. Meanwhile, New York’s Four Twenty Five, from chefs Jean-Georges Vongerichten and Jonathan Benno, dazzles with haute cuisine. Think seasonal American dishes with a luxurious edge—pricey, but worth it. Both spots highlight 2025’s trend: bold, immersive dining experiences. Book ahead; they’re already buzzing.