Preyanka Gothanayagi

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Preyanka Gothanayagi is a Wellington-based writer.

Little Penang owner Tee Phee (Photos: Preyanka Gothanayagi)

Meeting Tee Phee, a legend of Malaysian food in Wellington

The woman who made Little Penang a hub of community, culture, and koay teow.

By Preyanka Gothanayagi | 23rd July, 2024

A view from inside The Longest Night sleep concernt. Image: Preyanka Gothanayagi

What it’s like to attend an all-night sleep concert

How do you review a show you're supposed to sleep through?

By Preyanka Gothanayagi | 10th July, 2024

Photography by Sophie Wright

How Wellington became a cornucopia of Malaysian food

Our capital is a far cry from hot, bustling Kuala Lumpur, so why is this freezing city full of excellent Malaysian cuisine?

By Preyanka Gothanayagi | 1st July, 2024

When Wellington starred in a Bollywood spy thriller: a scene-by-scene breakdown

When Wellington starred in a Bollywood spy thriller: a scene-by-scene breakdown

Subways, palaces, gold heists, rockets on trains and luxury nightlife? You Bollywood in Wellington.

By Preyanka Gothanayagi | 12th April, 2024

CubaDupa review: A glimpse at the future of Wellington

CubaDupa review: A glimpse at the future of Wellington

Eight main stages, 42 separate areas, nine different parades, countless food trucks... could Cuba Street look like this every weekend?

By Preyanka Gothanayagi | 26th March, 2024

I’ve lived in 11 different rentals, from Porirua to Hataitai, and almost everywhere in between.. (Image by Tina Tiller)

A story of Wellington’s housing in 11 rentals

In the 11 years I’ve lived here, I’ve moved 11 times. As part of the War for Wellington, I’m laying bare my housing journey.

By Preyanka Gothanayagi | 22nd February, 2024

A selection of Wellington’s most delicious cocktails. Photos: Preyanaka Gothanayagi

The best and worst of Wellington’s cocktail bars

A journey through Wellington's weird and wonderful speakeasies and liquor lounges.

By Preyanka Gothanayagi | 9th February, 2024

Wellington’s roti canai combos, ranked from worst to best

Wellington’s roti canai combos, ranked from worst to best

This Malaysian match made in heaven is a lunchtime institution in Pōneke – but not all are created equal.

By Preyanka Gothanayagi | 30th December, 2023

Wellington’s roti canai combos, ranked from worst to best

Wellington’s roti canai combos, ranked from worst to best

This Malaysian match made in heaven is a lunchtime institution in Pōneke – but not all are created equal.

By Preyanka Gothanayagi | 27th October, 2023