Max Williams

Max Williams

Deputy Editor

Max has worked at Square Mile since 2016. He joined as editorial assistant (e.g. making the coffees) before rising to the giddy heights of Deputy Editor (still makes the coffees). He likes a good pub, loves a bad pub, plays a decent chess game yet still can't whistle. Crystal Palace winning the FA Cup is easily one of the best days of his life. At Square Mile, he specialises in profile pieces, travel and food. Plus coffee, of course. 

Max Williams's articles

Pan Pacific London

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

Published: Tuesday 2nd November 2021
The Randolph Oxford

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...

Published: Wednesday 27th October 2021
Gamba Cole

"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

Published: Tuesday 26th October 2021
Nine Lives

Nine Lives demands at least nine visits

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

Published: Thursday 21st October 2021
Bandra Bhai

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

Published: Wednesday 20th October 2021
Baccalà

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

Published: Tuesday 12th October 2021
The Standard in King’s Cross

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.

Published: Wednesday 6th October 2021
Tom Varey

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

Published: Tuesday 5th October 2021
The Seafood Bar

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

Published: Friday 24th September 2021
The Little Lobster Bar

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

Published: Friday 17th September 2021
Max Harwood

"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

Published: Thursday 16th September 2021
Iman Amrani

"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

Published: Friday 10th September 2021

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

Published: Thursday 9th September 2021
Legare

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

Published: Wednesday 8th September 2021
Belfast Hotels

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

Published: Monday 6th September 2021

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

Published: Friday 20th August 2021
Lyle's

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

Published: Thursday 19th August 2021
Junsei

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

Published: Monday 16th August 2021
Jack Rowan

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

Published: Thursday 29th July 2021
White Collar Fight Club

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

Published: Thursday 29th July 2021