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
How Harry Mead created the members' club of his dreams
The Court is the latest addition to London's glittering array of private members' clubs. We sat down with founder Harry Mead to discuss his passion project...
Published: Monday 18th February 2019
"It could have gone really badly wrong." Chris Jammer on modelling, Shipwrecked, and founding a music festival
Modelling with FKA Twigs on his debut shoot; co-founding a music festival while at Cambridge University; appearing on the relaunching reality show Shipwrecked... It's fair to say Chris Jammer has fitted a lot into his 25 years. He shares his story...
Published: Friday 15th February 2019
How Mel Brown brought New Zealand wine to British palates
Mel Brown, founder of the New Zealand Cellar, tells us how she founded a New Zealand wine shop and bar in Pop Brixton – and what the future might hold...
Published: Wednesday 13th February 2019
A merging of three British institutions: Fortnum & Mason's afternoon tea is available at the Royal Exchange
Fortnum & Mason's legendary afternoon tea is available at the Royal Exchange. I took my Mum to review it...
Published: Monday 11th February 2019
"We all have to spend a lifetime bettering ourselves, don't we?" The weird and wonderful mind of Robert Sheehan
Actor Robert Sheehan has an enquiring mind and a gaze that extends way beyond his work on screen. The star of Netflix superhero series The Umbrella Academy ponders the big issues
Published: Monday 11th February 2019
Yen takes noodles to the next level
Soba-specialist Yen Restaurant offers the genuine noodle experience, and it's pretty damn great
Published: Tuesday 5th February 2019
Loosen that belt buckle... the STK Roast has landed in London
Swallow your patriotic pride – and some delicious cuts of rib eye. STK London has given the Sunday roast a transatlantic twist in typically American-sized portions. You're gonna need a bigger plate
Published: Friday 25th January 2019
Behind the scenes of the world's most famous casino
For more than 150 years, Monte Carlo has been a byword for glitz and glamour. We visited the famous Casino de Monte-Carlo to discover some of its secrets...
Published: Wednesday 9th January 2019
Meet the man who created the world's best vodka
Before he launched Grey Goose, this cognac expert didn’t even own a bottle of vodka. Max Williams discovers how François Thibault made the move from grape to grain
Published: Wednesday 2nd January 2019
Antonia Thomas on the art of growing up
With Misfits and Lovesick, Antonia Thomas starred in two of the best British comedies of the decade. Now The Good Doctor star has taken her talents transatlantic
Published: Wednesday 12th December 2018
Sampling London's most luxurious Christmas sandwich
Japanese restaurant Tokimeitē is offering London's most luxurious Christmas sandwich – a limited-edition Wagyu Katsu Sando priced at £150. We only went and tried it...
Published: Wednesday 12th December 2018
Jerusalem is a true city of the world
With breathtaking sites of historical and religious significance in abundance, a trip to Jerusalem is an awe-inspiring experience
Published: Monday 3rd December 2018
Meet the coolest company in London
Part record label, part management company, part cultural innovators – it’s difficult to define Disturbing London but anyone can see that this trailblazing fusion of ambitious minds is a creative force to watch
Published: Friday 16th November 2018
Tennis in paradise? Take in the Senior Masters Cup at Puente Romano
Held annually at the Puente Romano Tennis Club in Marbella, the Senior Masters Cup showcases an array of tennis greats in the most beautiful of settings
Published: Tuesday 13th November 2018
Is Formula E the future of motor sport?
Formula E has grown in popularity and status almost as quickly as its cars whizz around circuits. Now approaching its fifth season, can the future of motor racing really be electric?
Published: Tuesday 13th November 2018
Lakeith Stanfield: "Being black in America is like having your identity stolen"
Roles in Get Out and Atlanta have propelled him into the big time. Now Lakeith Stanfield takes the lead in the unmissable Sorry to Bother You. Max Williams dances away a day in Boston with a creative tour de force
Published: Sunday 11th November 2018
The slopes of Colorado should be on the bucket list of any skier
Hades, Inferno, Purgatory… Max Williams braves them all on a ski trip to snowy Colorado, and still makes time for a trip to the spa
Published: Tuesday 6th November 2018
How one gym is helping men speak up about mental health
Manor Gym and CALM have joined forces for the #StrongNotSilent campaign – encouraging men to share any mental health issues. We talked to the gym's founders...
Published: Thursday 1st November 2018
"I like to let my fists do the talking." How Hughie Fury came back from the brink
Hughie Fury is one of the most highly rated prospects in British Boxing. Ahead of his fight against Kubrat Pulev, Fury discusses the potential showdown with Anthony Joshua, why he nearly retired from boxing
Published: Monday 22nd October 2018
Genesis serves up vegan food with real bite
Ignore those carnivore instinct – new vegan restaurant Genesis serves up as good a meal as East London has to offer