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Arawak Cay’s King Of Conch Ready To Build Following Sunday’s Blaze

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Arawak Cay’s “King of Conch” is now facing the difficult task of rebuilding his well-known stall after a fire completely decimated the facility. Up to seven stalls were destroyed during the blaze, including Goldie’s Conch House, a staple at the site for 36 years.

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5 months ago

November 19, 2025

Berthony McDermott

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Arawak Cay’s “King of Conch” is now facing the difficult task of rebuilding his well-known stall after a fire completely decimated the facility. Up to seven stalls were destroyed during the blaze, including Goldie’s Conch House, a staple at the site for 36 years.

Evans, however, remains optimistic.

“I feel like I am a God-fearing man. God breaks you down to build you back up stronger, so whatever He does is well done.”

When we visited the Goldie’s team Wednesday morning, Bahamas Power and Light crews were on site working to restore infrastructure in the area impacted by the blaze.

His daughter and manager, Kirklynne Evans, says the loss has been painful for the entire family and staff.

“This has been really, really tough. We’re just standing on the Word of God, telling Him that we are going to walk by faith and not by sight. If you look that way, you wouldn’t see a vision, but this is our visionary. I trust in him, I believe in him, and we believe that God has already shown him what to do.”

Evans says the community has stepped up since the fire, offering support in various ways and helping the team begin the rebuilding process. They’ve also created avenues for both locals and international supporters to lend assistance.

On Sunday, Prime Minister Philip Davis visited the scene and pledged to meet with vendors to determine how the government can help.

Evans says he remains hopeful.

“I just expect something from the government. Whatever it is, whatever they want to do, and if they don’t, to God be the glory. I will do what I have to do and support my family.”

As he moves forward, Evans plans to submit his rebuilding proposal to the Ministry of Works.

“I’m going to submit my plan to the Ministry of Works. I hope they can speak up for me so I can get going. If something isn’t right or something is wrong, I expect them to get back to me as quickly as they can and tell me, ‘Look here, we’d like to change this, we don’t want you to do this,’ or whatever else. And I will abide by the laws, rules and regulations.”