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As the voice behind Costco97, Jeff Shenk is a major contributor to finding .97 deals and sharing his Costco shopping tips. Jeff is the founder, managing editor, and Chief Costcoholic behind Costco97. He has expertise in writing, editing, email marketing, business development, operations management... and all things Costco.

Jeff graduated from UC Davis with a degree in English Literature and survived a short stint teaching high school English in California. Since then, his “day job” has been as a partner in a loyalty marketing company in the SF Bay Area.

When not spending his free time at one of Costco’s twenty Bay Area locations, you can find him playing roller hockey or catching up on Gold Rush episodes.

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National Geographic Junior Metal Detector Treasure Kit at Costco
April 23, 2026

New Product: National Geographic Junior Metal Detector Treasure Kit

Compare at Amazon If you’ve got a budding treasure hunter at home, Costco has a find that’ll get them off…
Kirkland Signature^ Everyday Wire Edged Ribbon 50 Yards at Costco
April 20, 2026

Kirkland Signature Everyday Wire Edged Ribbon 50 Yards

Compare at Amazon Spotted an interesting clearance find: Kirkland Signature Everyday Wire Edged Ribbon at 50 yards is marked down,…
Bikaji Khajoor Dry Fruit at Costco
April 20, 2026

Bikaji Khajoor Dry Fruit

Compare at Amazon Spotted a clearance tag on Bikaji Khajoor Dry Fruit at Costco—one of those finds that makes you…
Lg 550ledcs 55" Class (55.2" Diag) 4K UHD OLED TV at Costco
April 20, 2026

LG 550LEDC5 55″ Class (55.2″ Diag) 4K UHD OLED TV

Compare at Amazon Spotted this LG 55″ Class 4K UHD OLED TV hitting clearance status at Costco, and it’s worth…
Kravẽ Chimichurri Grass-fed 1 0unce at Costco
April 20, 2026

Krave Chimichurri Grass-Fed Beef Sticks

Compare at Amazon Spotted something interesting in the clearance section: Krave Chimichurri Grass-Fed Beef Sticks is marked down, and if…
Nutty Fruity Pistachio Spread at Costco
April 18, 2026

New Product: Nutty Fruity Pistachio Spread

If you’ve been looking for a gourmet spread that’s different from the usual nut butters, Costco’s Nutty Fruity Crunchy Pistachio…
After's Mini Cookie Monster Sandos at Costco
April 18, 2026

New Product: After’s Mini Cookie Monster Sandos

If you’re a Cookie Monster fan (and let’s be honest, who isn’t?), you need to check out these After’s Mini…
Vicolo Garlic Bread Ea Mozzarlla Cheest at Costco
April 18, 2026

New Product: Vicolo Garlic Bread with Mozzarella Cheese

If you’re a garlic bread fan who thinks the only thing missing is more cheese, Costco has your answer. The…
Macarooz Macaron Birthday Cake Mac Pops at Costco
April 18, 2026

New Product: Macarooz Macaron Birthday Cake Mac Pops

If you’re looking for a fun twist on birthday celebrations, Costco has something that’ll make dessert lovers do a double-take.…
Braun Silk Expert Pro5 Ipl Glow Edition
April 18, 2026

New Product: Braun Silk Expert Pro5 IPL Glow Edition

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been curious about at-home IPL hair removal, the Braun Silk Expert Pro5 IPL Glow Edition…