Max Williams

Staff Writer

Max Williams's articles

Me and my London: July Namir

July Namir, star of the brilliant Channel 4 drama Baghdad Central, discusses her life and her favourite London haunts

Me and my London: Kellie Shirley

Kellie Shirley, star of Eastenders and In The Long Run, discusses her career and her favourite London haunts

Me and my London: Clint Dyer

The pioneering Clint Dyer must be one of the hardest working men in show business. Actor, writer, director – there's little the man can't do. As new play Death of England hits the National, Dyer takes us into his world

The Bar Necessities: Oriole

Exotic, exclusive, and with a drinks list that travels around the planet, Oriole is easily one of the best cocktail bars in London – if not the world

Me and my London: Kadiff Kirwan

Actor and writer Kadiff Kirwan, star of Timewasters and The Stranger, lets us into his life and his London. Want more info? Buy the man a G&T next time you see him...

The Bar Necessities: Black Rock

Black Rock is one of the best whisky bars in London, with more than 200 different blends and even a whisky river in the middle

Hold off on the iceberg lettuce! Michel Roux Jr is taking Le Gavroche to sea

This summer, Michel Roux Jr will be feeding passengers onboard Queen Mary 2's seven-night transatlantic crossing. We spoke to the chef about this unique opportunity

Me and my London: Olly Barkley

Olly Barkley, former England rugby player and founder of M2M Presents, lets us into his life and his favourite London haunts

How Dan Bilzerian invaded London

Two years after we visited him in Las Vegas, Dan Bilzerian is bringing his cannabis brand Ignite to the UK. He talks to Max Williams about his public persona, bouts of anxiety, and why he would like to be reincarnated as a dolphin

Me and my London: Madeline Appiah

Madeline Appiah – star of Idris Elba's In The Long Run and Tina Turner: The Musical – shares a little bit of her life and her London

Me and my London: Wauve

The latest in our series of Me and my London – with prominent Londoners sharing a bit about their life and their capital. Meet the multi-talented Wauve

An audience with Bret Easton Ellis

He published his debut novel while still in college and watched it become the literary sensation of the 1980s. His third novel is merely the most notorious fictional work of the 20th century. Max Williams meets the man who gave the world American Psycho

Me and my London: Elizabeth Morris

In the latest instalment of our Me and my London series, the brilliant writer and actor Elizabeth Morris gives us a tour of her capital, while sharing a few secrets on the way

Best of health: Love Yourself

New decade, new you? We're profiling some of the best healthy food delivery services. Next up, it's Love Yourself. Remember: health isn't just for January...

Ceviche is the most affordable way to dine in Peru

Peruvian restaurant Ceviche serves up delicious food for great value. Visit the seafood specialists in Soho

Brand Watch: Cody & Co

Founded by Phil Cody, an entrepreneur with 20 years in the industry, Cody & Co combines British craftsmanship with Italian design to create a selection of shoes that will serve you well on any occasion

Me and my London: Sam Way

Singer-songwriter Sam Way lets us into his life and his London. Oh, and he also gives Square Mile readers the chance to win tickets to his upcoming Shoreditch show...

The Bar Necessities: Beaufort Bar at the Savoy

Fancy an evening of escapism? Beaufort Bar at the Savoy is one of the finest in the world – a gorgeous drinking den in London's most famous hotel

Me and My London: Chris Jammer

A new series in which we invite Londoners to share a bit about themselves and their favourite spots in the capital. First up, it's the founder of Strawberries & Creem festival, occasional model and star of Shipwrecked 2019 – Chris Jammer

Ricky Gervais’s legacy goes far beyond his Golden Globes speeches

Ricky Gervais is one of the greatest comedians and writers of the 21st century. His legacy will not be his stints hosting the Golden Globes. It will be the humour and humanity of his finest work: The Office, Extras, and After Life