PaperAngel
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Post by PaperAngel on Oct 16, 2016 1:58:22 GMT
A friend recently joined Costco & is seeking shopping tips & product recommendations. Since our family has never had a warehouse membership, I have no first hand experience. Any advice & suggestions? TIA!
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Post by littlemama on Oct 16, 2016 2:07:35 GMT
Their meat is really good quality.
Always get a rotisserie chicken.
Cereal, pop, canned vegetables are a good deal.
We get paper plates, paper towels, Kleenex, napkins, laundry detergent, dishwasher tabs.
Organic bananas are great- I don't regularly buy organic, and bananas are one of the things that the experts say you shouldn't buy organic since you aren't eating th peel, but the organic bananas at Costco just taste better.
I also get berries, pears, sliced apples, cukes, broccoli,
Butter is a great price.
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Post by leannec on Oct 16, 2016 2:46:25 GMT
We buy so much from Costco ... especially coffee, toilet paper and cat litter   |
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newlywoods03
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Post by newlywoods03 on Oct 16, 2016 2:49:26 GMT
We love the mango peach salsa. It always ends up in our cart.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2016 2:55:32 GMT
Their Kirkland brand baby wipes are the best!
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Post by originalvanillabean on Oct 16, 2016 3:40:04 GMT
Fig bars, chicken breast, TP, paper towels, protein shakes, coconut water
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styxgirl
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Post by styxgirl on Oct 16, 2016 14:13:50 GMT
Go hungry. LOL They almost always have samples.
Then, after you shop, eat at the snack bar!
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Post by momstime on Oct 16, 2016 14:18:35 GMT
There have been so many posts on this topic. I recommend a search. You will get more information than you ever need. |
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Post by dulcemama on Oct 16, 2016 14:33:44 GMT
Household products seem to be the best deals to me. Cleaning supplies, paper towel, kitty litter. Food prices...I would say know your prices. I think their prices are good over all and if you need it now. There are a lot of things that they have a low price on but my grocery store has on sale regularly for less. Also, brand selection is limited if you're brand loyal with some things.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2016 15:06:20 GMT
Pay close attention to the use by date on fresh meat. I have bought stuff that was only good for a day.
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SweetieBsMom
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Post by SweetieBsMom on Oct 16, 2016 15:52:58 GMT
We buy so much from Costco ... especially coffee, toilet paper and cat litter  I love this because it's sooooo true! When I need to go to Costco, I make a list and stick to it. I go right where I need to go, I don't browse aisles. When I take my Dad, we have to go down every single aisle. I will not bring my purse/wallet with me on those trips. It's locked in the trunk of my car or I'll buy a ton of stuff I "think" I need. I do need to make a Costco run but am hoping to hold off until around Christmas. We're freezer diving now and then I'll do a meat run to Costco. |
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sarab
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Post by sarab on Oct 16, 2016 21:38:25 GMT
I love the Healthy Choice fudge bars that they have there. Some Costco's have an organic version which is good too. They taste much different than the ones I found at Kroger. Other things I always get there are bananas, toilet paper, 97% fat-free ham, chicken breasts (love the way they're packaged), brauts, Lipton Teabags, & the large bag of Smart Ones breakfast roll-up thingys.
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rickmer
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Post by rickmer on Oct 16, 2016 22:03:42 GMT
pasta salad, chicken pot pie and chocolate covered raisins. the raisins are HUGE and the chocolate is nice, milk chocolate - not the super-crappy cheap waxy stuff.
mmm...
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AnneMD
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Post by AnneMD on Oct 17, 2016 16:00:56 GMT
I always check out their clothing ~ I just got their thermal PJs last week. Also a super soft CK sweater that is long enough for leggings. Prices are always great on their clothes.
I also like their sheets, Camis, and underwear.
Cookbooks
Kirkland makeup remover facial wipes
Food items:
Sliced apples
Pretzel rolls
Grape tomatoes
Mango slices
Sweet potato crackers
Whisps
Deli turkey roll-ups
Deli tomato soup
Chinese chicken salad kit
Deli meatloaf with mashed potatoes
Peanut butter pretzels
Frozen potstickers
Dave's Killer Bread - Good Seed
Cashews
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basketdiva
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Post by basketdiva on Oct 17, 2016 16:05:46 GMT
Know grocery store prices so you can comparison shop. I get better deals on meat at my local stores.
Prices in the Optical Dept are great. I was quoted about $400-500 after insurancefor frames and lenses (tri-focals, high rx, etc) and paid 1/2 that amount at Costco.
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