New Name, New Location, Familiar Food and Fun

The Broomfield Chamber Hosts Successful Bites & Brews Festival

By Missy Ruzicka

Photos by Tim Seibert, Flatirons Pro Media

With a new name and a new location, the Broomfield Chamber delivered familiar fun and fabulous food in great bites and sips of deliciousness, along with a wonderful gathering of friends and neighbors at its annual tasting event.

The Bites & Brews Festival made its debut at the Blue Sport Stable in Superior on Thursday, July 25. The new venue was an excellent choice, offering a spacious and lively atmosphere that perfectly complemented the event's energy. The indoor setting was a welcome change from the typical late July heat, allowing attendees to comfortably enjoy the diverse array of food, drinks, and local business showcases without the sweltering summer sun. It was a night of community connection, culinary exploration, and fun.

An all-star lineup of local restaurants and vendors gathered to serve up their best bites and sips. There were more than 30 delicious food and beverage vendors offering perfectly-sized bites of everything from steak and mashed potatoes, savory bacon, and bang-bang shrimp to beautifully crafted charcuterie boards and bundt cake bites. Sips included sparkling waters, ciders, a wide array of craft beers, and even sports drinks and coffee—something for everyone to enjoy.

As you strolled around the venue between bites and brews, there were more than 20 local businesses and some of our most cherished nonprofits to visit and learn more about. It was a great opportunity for the community to catch up with friends from FRIENDS, Bal Swan Children’s Center, and Broomfield’s FISH to name a few. At the Our Broomfield Magazine booth, we had a fantastic night connecting with friends, neighbors, readers, and business partners. We were genuinely humbled by the many folks who stopped by to share how much they love "Our Broomfield Magazine."

The Eatery, located in the Sport Stable ran away with three awards including Best in Show! Congratulations to all the vendors who shared the delicious bites that left attendees stuffed and happy.

With more than 500 attendees, it was clear that even with a new location and a new name, Broomfield Area Bites & Brews was a tremendous success.

The Broomfield Chamber staff said: "For our first year at a new location, we believe the event was very successful. The Blue Sport Stable was a fantastic host, and we received many positive comments about the food, drink, the quality of the space, and the overall fun, festival-like vibe. We can't thank our vendors, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners enough. We're already looking forward to 2025!"

Broomfield Area Bites & Brews includes a competitive element where attendees get a chance to vote on their favorites. The competition was tough, but at the end of the night the top spots were awarded as follows:

Best Rise and Shine Bite ~ EAT! Food and Drink

Best Starter Bite ~ Bonefish Grill

Best Savory Bite ~ The Chop Shop

Best Sweet Treat Bite ~ Nothing Bundt Cakes

Best Alcoholic Beverage ~ The Eatery

Best Non-Alcoholic Beverage ~ The Eatery Best in Show ~ The Eatery