Wild Mushroom Chowder with Bacon and Leeks

Name: Wild Mushroom Chowder with Bacon and Leeks
Ingredients: 6 strips thick-cut bacon, chopped; 2 tablespoons salted butter; 1 large leek, white and light green parts, thinly sliced (about 1 cup); ½ cup finely chopped celery; 8 ounces chanterelles (or mushrooms of your choice), roughly chopped; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, plus more for serving; 1 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon flour; ¾ cup dry white wine, (such as Sauvignon Blanc); 4 cups chicken stock; 1 pound baby Yukon gold potatoes, halved; 1 teaspoon sea salt; ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, plus more for serving; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 cup heavy cream