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BigTandthesquatters wrote: »Very worth it if you are a family of 5 or larger.
Yes indeed.
We get all kinds of stuff there - not just "healthy food." Greek Yogurt, coffee, egg whites, frozen fruit, fresh fruit, dog food, charcoal, veggie straws, frozen dinners, milk, cereal, bread, (very occasionally) bakery, cheese, etc. We even got new phones there just recently. I'm a big fan.0 -
We do Costco for meat, mostly. They have a very good meat department. Works best with a chest freezer though. XD
We go about every other month. I also get my G2 there since they have large packs and I drink a lot of it, but there's lots of other things there. Even with just the two of us, it's been worth the cost of the membership. We don't get much perishable foods there since we won't go through it quickly enough, but packaged goods and things that can go in the freezer are really handy for us to stock up on.
And I'm going Saturday to see what eyeglasses would cost there for me. ^^1 -
For my family of 4 with two teen boys it's a lifesaver.
My must-haves:
Ham and/or turkey lunch meat
Fage O% plain Greek yogurt
Berries - Blueberries & blackberries especially
Cottage Cheese
Fresh broccoli florets
Fresh sugar snap peas
Spinach/Spring Mix lettuce
Normandy blend frozen veggies
COFFEE! Best prices anywhere on whole bean coffees
Dog food - great quality and price on the Kirkland brand
Bottled water - cheapest around
Rotisserie chicken - whole or they also have available as just hindquarters and just the breast meat. Great for quick lunches or recipes that need cooked chicken.
Salmon Burgers - love these things on the grill for a quick dinner
Watch for deals on things like detergent, deodorant, protein drinks/powders. These go on sale regularly so I stock up then.
Eggs & milk are cheaper at Aldi. And I usually get any fresh produce (with the exception of the items listed above) at Aldi because I prefer smaller quantities so I can still have a variety without worrying about using it up in time. (Plus, the apples are HUGE at Costco and I prefer smaller sized fruits so I don't have to try to cut and save for later!)0 -
For our family of 5 (including our house bunny). We go about three times a month. These items always seem to be a better deal and better quality.
- 6 pack of romaine (our bunny goes through probably 3 packs of these every week)
- kale medley (for us and bunny)
- spinach (mostly for us and a treat for bunny)
- skim milk
- 18 pack of eggs (only .98)
- grape tomatoes
- blocks of sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 pack of mexican shredded cheese
- goat cheese
- potatoes
- strawberries
- babybell cheese
- laughing cow cheese wedges (so cheap for a 3 pack)
- coffee
- frozen veggies
- Parmesan cheese
- chicken tenderlions
- chicken breast
- whole pork tenderlion
- pam cooking spray
- seasonings (garlic powder, cajun seasoning, etc)
- brussel sprouts
- fruit that is in season (blueberries, peaches, etc)
household items
- laundry detergent
- batteries
I always look forward to our trips to Sam's. We always hope they have lots of samples that day too!
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We go once a month to Costco, here are my go-tos:
Eggs (you can get a ton of organic/free range/local eggs for cheaper than the grocery store)
Cottage cheese (Breakstone's 2% is waaaay cheaper at Costco)
Yogurt (but only if we're going to go through two huge tubs in time)
COFFEE
Seltzer
Ground meat
Protein powder
Fresh fruit depending on prices
ZYRTEC (if you buy the generic Kirkland brand, you can get a whole year's supply for $15! It's the single greatest deal ever for seasonal allergies.)0 -
MelaniaTrump wrote: »If you live by yourself not worthwhile.
You can find similar healthy at grocery stores. You just have to look.
Or find a whole foods in your area.
This isn't actually true. It's not even about the food for me. My Costco has an optical department and I started going to the optometrist there and buying my glasses and my son's and husband's contacts there a few years ago. The year before I had spent over $200 on a pair of glasses with my insurance at my old optometrist. With my insurance at Costco, a nearly identical pair the following year cost $75. That alone more than paid for our membership fee for the year.
Costco and Sam's Club are both so much cheaper than regular stores for things like:
batteries
laundry detergent and fabric softener
toilet paper
paper towels
dog food (especially the Kirkland grain free varieties)
vitamins and medications like ibuprofen and allergy pills
toothpaste
shampoo
bath soap
towels and sheets
windshield wiper blades
Many of them have their own pharmacy and their prices are very good.
Yes, they have some great deals on food but they've gone to a lot of organic stuff which has pushed the prices higher on a lot of them. Since I'm not one who believes that organic = better I will buy those things at the local grocery instead. That said, I still purchase some things that don't spoil like:
frozen vegetables
canned vegetables
rice
frozen fish (can't get fresh here in the desert often anyway)
frozen breaded chicken patties
pasta
Their price on rotisserie chickens and ready to bake pizzas can't be beat, either.
Costco sells higher quality cuts of beef at reasonable prices. I buy their ground beef and freeze it in 3/4 pound (there are three of us) and 1 pound portions in quart size freezer bags.
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I buy their 2.5 lb bag of spinach ($4) their frozen berries (9.99 for ...a big bag haha) and I bought my protein powder from there as well (orgain). I also buy my spring mix from there as it's a $1-2 cheaper than everywhere else. I love Costco. I also got my NutriNinja blender there.
Edit: their large Fage nonfat yogurt container is a great price too...also their chia seeds. Just...just get a membership. It's worth it.2 -
And I'm going Saturday to see what eyeglasses would cost there for me. ^^
I went yesterday to price compare glasses. My optometrist - $1500. Vogue - $808 for 1 pair, $1,067 for 2 pairs. Costco - $399.97 tax included. Getting my glasses at Costco now tyvm. When my ILs die, I'm going to be screwed out of good deals.0 -
We buy all of our paper products there in bulk.
Cases of Diet Dr. Pepper, Mexicoke.
Whole roasted & refrigerated turkey breasts great for making sandwiches.
Baby back ribs in packs of 3 racks.
Lots of organic produce fresh and frozen.
I spend so much money there!!!
Last night we found these "Aussie Bites" cookie things. Not made with wheat, so a bonus for me! Yum.0 -
They have some really good frozen fish (tuna, salmon) in individual bags. Their frozen chicken breast is a lot less salty than most. Good selection of produce, good meat counter. A rotisserie chicken the size of a turkey is $5 bucks, we eat it for dinner and cut up the rest for sandwiches.0
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The Kirkland products are about the best "no name" products out there. I prefer them to many name brands. They have some really great Salmon and Whitefish burgers, as well as great prices on fresh and frozen meat and shellfish.2
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If you know anyone who is a member, ask them to get you a Costco cash card. Then you can shop there without a membership for the first time. See what goods you would consider purchasing in the future, and let that decide if you are going to get a membership or not.
If you get a $50 cash card and end up buying $70 worth of goods - you would just pay the difference.2 -
We get a lot there. Need to get some of the Kirkland coconut water soon!0
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Hi all! Just wondering which healthy foods/products some of you find in Costco that is worthwhile purchasing. I'm trying to figure out if I should become a member...
Thanks!!
Everything?
I buy most of my stuff from Costco,
Eggs
Egg whites
Talipia
Cod
Chicken
Steak
veggies
Frozen fruit
Oils
Spices
clothing...
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The medicine savings alone (generic Zyrtec and lactase) probably pay for our membership alone. However, I only go when I need these things because Costcos in North Jersey are just a mad house and I can't. I don't mind going in Pennsylvania though when I visit; it's much less intense.0
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Sweet kale salad (I eat this every day)
Rotisserie chicken
Organic ground beef
Frozen salmon filets
Apple gouda chicken sausage
Cheese
Wine (Kirkland brand of any wine is cheap but high-quality!)
So much more....
As far as non-food, they have great prices on paper products and cleaning supplies.
And, you do not have to be a family to benefit. If you have a little freezer/storage space, it's a great deal for a single person as well.1 -
It's just two of us, so we have to be a little careful of the quantity/size things come in. But for things like toilet paper and dog food, it's great. Costco's Kirkland brand is usually very good quality, too. I buy and freeze what I can such as hamburger meat, or buy things like their frozen fish loins. We've bought a lot of clothing there over the years, as well as small appliances and housewares. Heck, we even just bought a grooming table for our dog from their online store. Oh, and tires, car batteries, and windshield wipers.0
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10lb bag of chicken breasts, frozen organic broccoli, protein powder, grass fed beef, eggs, turkey burgers, almond butter, coffee, when they have my favorite in stock. I'm single with no kids, but do a monthly trip to Costco to stock up. Find great stuff for my dog also. Cheaper than Petco or Petsmart and USA made.
Got my new Costco booklet in the mail today. Best day ever2 -
I live by myself and I am there once a week. I buy most of my fruit and meat there, vitamins, paper products, chia, flax, coconut oil, almonds. They have good deals on protein powders and protein bars, workout clothing, socks, sometimes athletic shoes. I also get my dogs treats, toys and beds there. If it's an appliance like a vacuum, coffee maker, etc., I always check there first as your membership is your warranty and you can't beat their gas prices.0
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