Page 14 - Boca Exposure - February '21

Page 14, Boca Exposure
The Honda Classic Moving Forward

With Plans For Reimagined 2021 Event

The 2021 Honda Classic plans to welcome spectators The Bear Trap, which usually winds around the 16th mandatory use of facial coverings, social distancing,
once again to PGA National Resort & Spa, March 15 to 21. green and 17th hole tee box area, is being reimagined into and other health and safety measures. All permanent and
With the primary focus on the health and well-being three sections with limited seating in socially-distanced temporary structures will have complete daily sanitation
for all involved with the tournament and the local blocks of two and four seats. Advance reservations for along with all golf carts and vehicles used in tournament
community, daily attendance will be limited. Those levels The Bear Trap and other shared and private hospitality operations. All interactions from start to finish including
will be determined at a later date. areas are now being taken through email at sales@ ticketing, admissions, merchandise, and concessions
The Honda Classic has become known throughout thehondaclassic.com or by phone at (561) 799-4638. will be contactless and safety measures regarding food
the golf world as an event with one of the premier fan General admission ticket sales will begin at a later date. preparation and distribution will be in place.
experiences in sports, being named the most fan-first event The traditional Pro-Am events, essential for the The Honda Classic awarded a record-shattering $5.35
of 2019 by the PGA TOUR. While attendance records will tournament’s charitable endeavors, will be contested million to 103 South Florida philanthropic organizations
not be broken in 2021, tournament officials are building during the week, with amateur participants being tested in 2020, the 14th consecutive year that the PGA TOUR
a unique and first-class fan experience, provided in a prior to those competitions. event has been able to increase its impact on the lives of
safe and responsible manner while continuing to make a In other words, the show will go on, with tournament local children and their families. Honda Classic Cares
significant charitable impact throughout South Florida. officials building a number of contingency plans. Final is also considering additional ways to raise money this
There will be a reimagined Bear Trap on the 17th hole details on all areas will be announced in the near future. year to minimize the impact of a possible reduced charity
with social distancing guidelines. The 18th hole footprint “With so much uncertainty across all categories of distribution because of limited crowds and hospitality
will be different too, but there will be fans waiting there the business, we have really focused on prioritizing venues.
on Sunday when the new Honda champion is crowned. flexibility with our site planning,” Tournament Director The Honda Classic has now surpassed $50 million in
“We are being conservative in our planning as we Andrew George said. “We’ve worked collaboratively charitable contributions as American Honda approaches
continue to navigate the pandemic,” Honda Classic with our vendors to delay the start of construction. We its 40th year as title sponsor of the PGA TOUR event,
Executive Director Kenneth R. Kennerly said. “We want are frequently updating our health and safety protocols including almost $35 million in the 14 years since
to do everything possible to make sure that The Honda as we receive new guidance or best practices. And our Children’s Healthcare Charity, Inc. became the host
Classic will be a great experience and continue to make a hospitality venues will be strategically altered to provide organization and moved the event to PGA National
significant charitable impact on the thousands of children a first-class entertainment option while facilitating social Resort and Spa. The $5.35 million is impacting more
in our community whose lives we are able to enhance distancing.” than 91,000 children and their families this year in Palm
every year.” Protocols will be put in place that include the Beach County.
Dining Out: Take A Direct Flight To – FlyBird!

By Alan Serinsky of Bocaire Hungry D. opted for the Power Meal ($17.95) that started The Back Story: So, who’s the Big Bird behind FlyBird?
Country Club. Hungry Al’s love with a huge romaine salad accompanied by cherry tomatoes You have to love to cook to venture into a new restaurant
for food started very young. Never and a beautifully balanced herb vinaigrette. As for the chicken concept at the age of 65. But for Michael Salmon it’s just part
satisfied with his Mom’s dishes, he breast, it surprisingly landed on her homeplate still moist and of his DNA. Michael wore many chef toques, including work
started to cook his way through her juicy. I always hesitate when it comes to chicken take-out in Manhattan restaurants, cooking for mayor Ed Koch, and
Betty Crocker Cookbook. During because the breast seems to dry out quickly. Thankfully, this holding bragging rights for being on season three of The Next
the years to follow he spent many was not the case here. Food Network Star.
hours working in restaurants, both If you frequent Chick-Fil-A for lunch you might want to This guy has some serious cooking chops. It’s no surprise
as server and cook, attending cooking classes and traveling the keep driving to FlyBird and get a taste of their Crunchy FlyBird that you’ll be surprised at his inventive approach to something
world in an effort to expand his palette. As a professional writer, Sandwiches ($13.95). Here you’re going to get a sandwich worth as basic as chicken take-out. That’s why FlyBird could become
Hungry Al offers his perspective on current food trends and your hard-earned money, delivered on a potato bud, dolloped an uncaged concept that will enviably survive this health crisis
guides you through your local restaurant options. with chipotle mayo and accompanied by fresh-cut potato chips and spread its wings for new horizons.
that are fried in 100 percent peanut oil. My experience with Chef Salmon’s grilled chicken certainly
FlyBird On The Side: These side selections will satisfy just about makes me think back to the days my dad would barbeque chicken
334 E. Linton Blvd. everyone. If you like creamed spinach (usually I don’t), it is over the well-heated charcoal briquets at our lakeside picnic site.
Delray Beach, FL exceptionally fantastic. For something international, I highly And to this day nothing tasted as good – until now!
(561) 243-1111 recommend the Asian Green Beans. I’ve been to many Chinese For these reasons I have to take to the friendly skies
restaurants that couldn’t come close to these. For something and ride high on this FlyBird. I’m happy to help this take-
Food for Thought: Hard to believe that 10 months later we totally unusual, Hungry D. couldn’t stop raving about the sweet out spread its
are still dealing with a pandemic. And it’s even harder to realize corn and edamame succotash. For you vegans, how about wild wings with
that I’ve been to only one restaurant in that duration of time. mushrooms with toasted barley and herbs? four golden
The only saving grace through this whole dilemma has been Basically, you won’t go wrong with any of FlyBird’s sides. birds in flight!
for take-out. Regardless whether the deliveries came from the
clubhouse or a restaurant, it certainly has been a major lifeline
when it comes to limiting time over the stove.
Fortunately, many of our favorite restaurants have adapted
well to changing up their business strategy to accommodate
many of us who prefer not to dine out. Everybody, from sushi
restaurants to pizza parlors, has been benefiting from the
onslaught of online orders. Couple that with the innovation
of Delivery Dudes, Door Dash and Uber Eats, it allows us to
remain in the bunker while providing the perfect recipe to curb Do you know a family member,
our appetites.
So, not to be negligent in my absence of ignoring many of friend or a neighbor in need of
the fine take-out establishments in our neighborhood, I decided
to navigate over to FlyBird. I’m certain this one will add some Home Health Care?
frequent flying miles to your nightly menus.
First Impressions: Like most take-out restaurants, the Get 4 hours of free care
ambiance won’t be the driving motive to visit. Here at FlyBird if you mention this ad
there are a limited number of tables inside and a couple outside,
and with COVID-19 there were plenty of vacancies. Home Health Aides / Certified Nursing Assistants / Registered Nurses to assist you with:
I always evaluate three important objectives when dealing
with a take-out restaurant. First on the list is “easy” ordering. • Personal Care • Companionship • Respite Care • Alzheimers & Dementia Care
The second variable is the amount of wait time and, lastly, is • Medication Management • Transportation • Meal Preparation
the food properly packaged? Here they did succeed in two out • Light Housekeeping • Grocery Shopping • Post Surgery Care
of three. The menu is nicely designed and clearly readable from
signs above, the food items were in an appropriate container
with no comingling, but the wait time was a little longer than Complimentary In-Home Consultation
my expectation. Tip: Don’t fall in line behind a Delivery Dude.
Straight From the Chicken Coop: Obviously, the Care provided in the comfort of your Home, Hospital, or Facility
bird takes center stage here at FlyBird and it does with
flying colors! The grilled chicken here will not disappoint. We accept All Long Term Care Insurance Policies and Private Pay – Affordable Rates
Hungry Al’s Half Chicken ($16.95) was first properly
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