Bakeaholic by Preeti is a small cake shop at 18B Falkirk Street in Blockhouse Bay, Auckland, with a 4.9 rating from 90 Google reviews. Reviewers frequently mention custom and chocolate cakes and come back for the rasmalai cake, praising friendly service and smooth communication. Custom cake makers generally work to order, so it pays to enquire a few days ahead; a photo or clear brief of design, flavour and size makes quoting and decorating easier. Small independent bakeries often excel at fusion flavours you won't find on supermarket shelves, such as cakes inspired by Indian sweets like rasmalai, and some can manage short-notice orders when the schedule allows. When comparing cake shops, look at photos of recent work and ask about sponge and filling choices, since good decoration and good taste don't always go together. For Blockhouse Bay locals after a birthday cake with a personal touch, this Falkirk Street shop is a handy neighbourhood find.