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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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Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread Product Packaging
May 30, 2026

RECALL: MOTOR CITY PIZZA CO. 5 CHEESE BREAD

May 30, 2026Recall DetailsItem #: 1453434Locations: AllAffected Purchase Dates: Between 2/6/2026 and 5/29/2026Hazard:Champion Foods LLC is voluntarily recalling certain batches…
Soules Kitchen Steak Street Taco at Costco
May 28, 2026

New Product: Soules Kitchen Street Taco Steak

If you’re a taco Tuesday enthusiast (or let’s be real, a taco-any-day fan), Soules Kitchen just made your Costco run…
Plucky Pickle Dip Sweet & Spicy Pickle at Costco
May 28, 2026

New Product: Plucky Pickle Dip Sweet & Spicy Pickle

If you’re a pickle lover looking for something beyond the standard dill spear, Costco’s got a new dip that might…
Zesty Paws Calming Chew at Costco
May 28, 2026

New Product: Zesty Paws Calming Chews

If you’ve got a stressed-out pup who turns into a nervous wreck during thunderstorms or fireworks season (hello, summer!), the…
Young Ridge Smashed Burgers at Costco
May 28, 2026

New Product: Young Ridge Smashed Burgers

If you’re tired of standing over a hot griddle smashing burger patties yourself, Young Ridge has done the work for…
Kirkland Signature Snacking Nuts Variety 21 Cou T Box at Costco
May 28, 2026

New Product: Kirkland Signature Snacking Nuts Variety

If you’re tired of buying overpriced little snack packs at the grocery store, the Kirkland Signature Snacking Nuts Variety Box…
Lego Pokemon Eevee at Costco
May 28, 2026

New Product: Lego Pokemon Eevee

Pokémon fans and Lego builders, this one’s for you! The Lego Pokémon Eevee set just showed up at Costco, and…
Artika Bowen Solar Address Sign Hardware Included at Costco
May 28, 2026

New Product: Artika Bowen Solar Address Sign Hardware Included

If you’ve been wanting to upgrade your curb appeal without breaking the bank, this solar-powered address sign from Artika just…
Dalen Pro-shield Landscape Fabric 4' X 225' Roll Heavy Duty Fabric at Costco
May 27, 2026

Dalen Pro-Shield Landscape Fabric 4′ X 225′ Roll

Compare at Amazon Spotted something for the serious gardeners and landscapers: the Dalen Pro-Shield Landscape Fabric is hitting clearance at…
Denmark All Purpose Bowls at Costco
May 27, 2026

Denmark All Purpose Bowls

Compare at Amazon Spotted something a little different in the clearance section: Denmark All Purpose Bowls (Item #1901802) have hit…
Samsung Hw-b73cd/za 5.1 Channel Soundbar W/ Wireless Subwoofer at Costco
May 27, 2026

Samsung HW-B73CD/ZA 5.1 Channel Soundbar W/ Wireless Subwoofer

Compare at Amazon Spotted this Samsung HW-B73CD/ZA 5.1 Channel Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer on clearance, and if you’ve been waiting…