Years in the making, Raffles London at The OWO is not only the first Raffles hotel in London but the rejuvenation of an iconic building with a remarkable history. Completed in 1906, the Old War Office carries long associations with great figures of the twentieth century, from Winston Churchill to Ian Fleming, who was inspired by the building’s resident spies to create the James Bond series. As well as luxury rooms and suites (plus some seriously swanky residencies), a Guerlain spa and high-spec wellness centre, the big draw at Raffles at The OWO is the food. Superstar chef Mauro Colagreco, who’s behind the former World No 1 restaurant, the three Michelin-starred Mirazur in the south of France, has two spots here – the fine-dining self-titled Mauro Colagraco at Raffles London at The OWO and Saison – but there’s also Paper Moon, Cafe Laperouse, Langosteria and Kioku by Endo to keep you busy.