Corn Chowder with Bacon

Name: Corn Chowder with Bacon
Ingredients: 8 ears corn (husked, and kernels cut from the cob); 3 tablespoons butter; 6 slices thick-cut bacon (cut into 1/4-inch pieces); 1 medium yellow onion (chopped); 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 clove garlic (minced); 5 cups chicken stock; 1 pound yellow potatoes (cut into 1/2-inch pieces); 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup half and half; 1 tablespoon honey; Fresh chives, shredded cheddar cheese, and cooked chopped bacon for garnish