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Agave gives away 1,000 burritos
Agave in Lewes gave out 1,000 free burritos May 4. NICK ROTH PHOTO
May 5, 2020
Hundreds of people patiently waited six feet apart for a free burrito May 4 from popular Mexican restaurant Agave in downtown Lewes.
The line, at times, queued along Second Street, then down Bank Street nearly to the Post Office. Most in the crowd observed proper physical separation and wore masks, and several Lewes police officers monitored.
The line moved quickly, as Agave staff had burritos ready to go as people arrived at the front door. Agave co-owner Mike Firetti said the event was a thank you to the community that has been supportive during a difficult time.
The restaurant also accepted donations, with all proceeds going to local food pantries.
From left, Agave’s Mike Firetti, Kelly Smith and Jocelyn McKeown are ready for customers during the restaurant’s May 4 free burrito day. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Lewes Police officers, including Police Chief Tom Spell, left, were on Second Street to ensure those waiting in line stayed an appropriate distance apart. NICK ROTH PHOTO
Getting ready to chow down on their burritos are (l-r) Julie and Amelia Young and Jamie Lewes, all of Lewes. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Most people waiting for a burrito followed physical distancing guidelines. NICK ROTH PHOTO
The line down Second Street. NICK ROTH PHOTO
Agave staff Kelly Smith, left, and Jocelyn McKeown hand out free burritos. NICK ROTH PHOTO
Although it doesn’t always look it, people in line were properly spaced. NICK ROTH PHOTO
Agave Mexican Restaurant, a Lewes favorite, offers free burritos to a hungry lunch crowd. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Agave’s burrito day is blessed with perfect spring weather. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
With the look of hunger in their eyes – because that’s all you can see – a group lines up on Second Street. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
From the left, Mike Firetti, Kelly Smith and Jocelyn McKeown of Agave Mexican Restaurant in downtown Lewes spend the entire afternoon May 4 handing out burritos. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
