Max Williams

Features Editor

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Pan Pacific London is a towering achievement

The first European outpost from the Pan Pacific Hotel Group, Pan Pacific London brings a world of luxury to Liverpool Street

Enrol at Oxford's The Randolph Hotel

Part of the boutique Graduate Hotel collection, The Randolph is the perfect base to explore the many wonders of Oxford. You don't even require any A-levels...

"All the negative moments make you appreciate the positive ones." Gamba Cole: from security guard to Outlaw

Young actor Gamba Cole on his journey from working as a security guard to starring with Christopher Walken in Stephen Merchant's The Outlaws

Nine Lives demands at least nine visits

Nine Lives is a beautiful cocktail bar that brings the style of Brooklyn to Bermondsey Street

Bandra Bhai deserves to be a huge underground hit

Hidden beneath Pali Hill restaurant, Bandra Bhai is a cocktail bar that brings smuggling dens and smashing drinks to Fitzrovia

Baccalà brings a corner of Italy to Bermondsey

Founded by four friends, seafood and wine restaurant Baccalà is a true labour of love that transports la dolce vita to Bermondsey

Isla at The Standard is anything but

Enjoy a meal at Isla restaurant and book a room at The Standard in King’s Cross, one of the chicest hotels north of the river.

Tom Varey: "Bloomin' heck, do I sound obsessed?"

Ridley Road actor Tom Varey on his love of boots, his desire for a Venezia FC football shirt, and his inspirational drama teacher Wynn

Shell out on shellfish at The Seafood Bar

Dutch sensation The Seafood Bar has opened its first international restaurant in Dean Street – and diners will not be disappointed

The Little Lobster Bar packs a big punch

Upgrade your lunchtime at The Little Lobster Bar, the new champagne and seafood bar from Bedales of Borough and BOB’s Lobster

"There’s a whole lot more of me that I don’t even know about.” Max Harwood is ready to get the world talking

It started as a documentary. Then it became a West End musical. Now it’s a major movie. Everybody’s Talking About Jamie is a modern phenomenon. We meet its star Max Harwood, a name soon to be everywhere

"You need to try and understand people." Iman Amrani is giving journalists a good name

Iman Amrani is best known for her award-winning video series on modern masculinity, but her life is no less fascinating than her work. We sit down for a conversation about conversations

L.A.X: "I would love to work on a song with Drake"

The multitalented Nigerian musician L.A.X tells us about his dream collaborations, his sporting prowess and his favourite Nike Air Force Ones

Legare is a Tower Bridge treat

Tower Bridge Italian Legare encapsulates the very best of the London restaurant scene: fantastic food served in an unpretentious yet classy setting

Visiting Belfast? Three hotels for your consideration

Want to escape the Big Smoke? Belfast is an unexplored gem of a city a mere two hours from London. Check into one of these delightful hotels

Hate him or love him, Conor McGregor changed the face of modern boxing

Floyd Mayweather vs Conor McGregor took place four years ago this month. The fight established McGregor as a global superstar but boxing is still feeling the hangover

Lunch at Lyle's is a delightful deal

One of London's finest restaurants, Lyle's is offering a three-course lunch menu for a ridiculous £30. It's one of the best deals going in the capital

Junsei serves up all of the chicken – literally

Marylebone restaurant Junsei specialises in the art of Yakitori – grilled chicken skewers that utilise every bit of the bird. Take a seat at the counter and feast on some fowl

Jack Rowan: "Growing up, my ultimate hero was Rey Mysterio"

Jack Rowan is an actor going places. He tells us about his multiple new roles, his childhood hero Rey Mysterio and his beloved old rucksack – as well as the contents of his shopping list. Frozen chips. Strong

Transform your body and mind with White Collar Fight Club

Want to better your physical and mental health in front of a cheering crowd? White Collar Fight Club is staging shows in September and October. We spoke to former participant Stephen Lynch about a unique experience