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Friends-We just had a COSTCO open in our area-Help!

buyornot — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 12:00:30 GMT

If you are a fan of Costco-what do you love to buy there? This is new to me

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debic — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 12:11:27 GMT

@buyornot wrote:
If you are a fan of Costco-what do you love to buy there? This is new to me

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The meat is what I like the best in the one I go to. Produce is second. I buy lot's of stuff. They have duck breast jerky treats for dogs and my dogs will fight over it. Other things I buy:

large tinfoil

large plastic wrap

coffee beans

paper towels

toilet paper

napkins

canned goods

anything else I like to stock up on.

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cancun08 — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 12:23:28 GMT

Rotisserie chicken

Croissants

Blueberry or Apple Crumb Muffins (these freeze really well, as do the croissants)

Pumpkin Pie (in season)

Chicken Salad

Batteries

Plants/Flowers

Enjoy!!

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151949 — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 12:27:28 GMT

You do not have to join to go in and just walk around the store and see what they have.The fresh foods are fabulous but when I was a member the meats and veggies were only sold in large quantities. Since my DH traveled for his job every week and I was home alone that was not practical for us. I did buy a lot of large bags of dog food and dog treats there.I also bought things like paper towels and toilet paper and detergents.When we moved to Florida I did not renew my membership because I don't have the space to store large quantities of those items and our dog has passed away.

If I was a member there now I would go and buy a lot of canned tomatoes, green beans and frozen veggies to stock up as they are saying those items are going to be in short supply this fall at the grocery store and very expensive.

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twinsister — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 12:28:38 GMT

Kirkland Albacore tuna

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drizzellla — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 12:40:06 GMT

That is one thing I don't understand. Why such large containers. At our Costco the grapes are in 4 lb containers at Sam's they are in 2 lb contaners. The broccoli at Costco is a 3 lb bag at Sam's it is a 2 lb bag. Also, the romaine lettuce lettuce is in a regular plastic bag at Costco and Sams has a zip closure so it is easier to deal with.

Also, be careful of expiration dates. I was so used to shopping at Sam's I never paid attention. But at Costco more than once I have bought things that the expiration date was the next week or the next month. One time I picked up something they were demonstrating that day and the product had an expiration date for the previous month.

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evelyner — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 13:02:22 GMT

Beware of Costco. It's great but also you can buy and spend much more than you need. Great store for staples, althought Consumer Report says that when on sale many products at your neighborhood store are comparable. Great when you have a party to get food, produce,, meat, cheese etc. I am sure great for large familes. However, since there are only 2 of us, I don't buy food for us, because I don't want to eat it or waste it.

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MaggieMack — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 13:12:43 GMT

I have memberships to both SAMs and Costco, find myself going to Costco more often because they have a fabulous selection of organic products, as well as gluten-free choices. I have become addicted to their sweet snap peas this summer, puppy and I sit in front of the TV and snack on them. Truly sweet and delicious!

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Lucibee — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 13:13:49 GMT

I buy toilet paper
Kirkland brand olive oil
Kirkland bottled water
Kirkland albacore tuna
I purchased a Miraclesuit bathing suit in the spring for $29.95. Like the one a saw in
Macy's for a much higher price.

Gloria Vanderbilt Capri jeans

Also vitamins.

I

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IamMrsG — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 13:14:57 GMT

What credit card does CostCo use now?

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Lucibee — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 13:23:48 GMT

Costco uses American Express now but I believe in March 2016 the credit card will be Visa.

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queendiva — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 13:29:42 GMT

Costco Pharmacy- absolutely the lowest prices on prescription drugs.

Rotisserie chicken

pies, especially pumpkin in season

towels

DS (21) likes their men's clothes

Genuine sheepskin boots ( just like Uggs at a fraction of the price with no label)

I have a small household, so I don't go crazy on purchases.

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italia8140 — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 13:33:37 GMT

kirkland albacore tuna

chicken stock

pharmacy

eyeglasses and contact lenses

rotisserie chicken

gloria vanderbilt jeans

extra virgin olive oil

canned chicken

kirkland drinking water

dishes, glassware, kitchen items

fresh salmon and fresh shrimp

cheeses

toilet paper

paper towels

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Jacie — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 13:36:06 GMT

Toilet paper

Tissue

Kirkland Cleaning Wipes

Kirkland Coffee

Sea Saly Caramels

Vitamins

Turkey Roll Ups in the Deli

Sheet Cakes for parties in bakery

Raspberries

I got a leather couch there too!

LOVE LOVE LOVE the Jewelry!

The only problem is I usually can't get out of the for under 300 bucks minimum...

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IamMrsG — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 13:46:28 GMT

@Lucibee wrote:
Costco uses American Express now but I believe in March 2016 the credit card will be Visa.

Thank you, Lucibee. We walked through to explore a CostCo nearby, but the idea of going to AmEx kept us from joining.

I understand CostCo carries Prime grade beef, which is better than I can get elsewhere. That alone would be reason enough for me to join, if I could do it without AmEx.

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momtochloe — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 14:03:49 GMT

@Lucibee wrote:
Costco uses American Express now but I believe in March 2016 the credit card will be Visa.

I just looked it up and Costco is switching to Visa on April 1, 2016. I will be switching to Amazon's Visa card so I will be getting dual benefits.

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Meowingkitty — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 14:07:06 GMT

I agree with all of the products above. I bought a Food Saver from Costco so I can freeze meats. There are only two of us but the meat prices are so much better that my grocery stores. We also love the Popcornopolis displays when they are in the area, fruit, and special vendors. Detergents are also better priced. Even though there are only two of us we have very little wasted stuff. Maybe a few grapes or strawberries once in a while but that is about it.

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lainey1 — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 14:08:45 GMT

I love Costco! Yes to the things already listed. But I wanted to add:

~ Alpine Valley Organic Multi Grain Omega 3 Bread. It's delicious!

~ Grab a hot dog and drink on the way out for $1.50

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Cookie777 — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 14:17:22 GMT

I use that bread as well ! It must be low glycemic, because my husband has typ 2 diabetes and was able to eat it without raising his blood sugar levels too much.

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Blahblahvampemer — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 14:26:14 GMT

Do NOT buy their toilet paper! Our plumber, and the septic guy, said it's right up there with Northern and Cottonelle as the worst for septic or sewer systems. Not great for the pipes either.

I don't buy their food often as the packaging is too much for two people, and I stopped buying their chicken because of their iffy sources, but I've purchased seasonings, tuna, cleaning products, various canned items, electronics, some health and beauty, electric toothbrushes. I try to stick to things that I can't find elsewhere at a better price regardless of the size. They're not cheaper on everything, and I got a much better deal on a digital camera at Sam's.