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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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Good Plenty Braised Abalone
February 28, 2026

New Product: Good Plenty Braised Abalone

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been curious about trying abalone but intimidated by the prep work, Good Plenty just made…
&honey Deep Moist Shampoo & Conditioner
February 28, 2026

New Product: &honey Deep Moist Shampoo & Conditioner

If you’ve been curious about Japanese haircare, here’s your chance to try one of the most popular brands without paying…
Round Lightweight Concrete Planter
February 28, 2026

New Product: Round Lightweight Concrete Planter

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been eyeing those gorgeous outdoor planters at garden centers but cringing at the price tags…
Over&Back Multipurpose Baskets
February 28, 2026

New Product: Over&Back Multipurpose Stoneware Baskets

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been looking for versatile countertop storage pieces that look decorative without breaking the bank, the…
Panini Prizm Wnba Bundle
February 28, 2026

New Product: Panini Prizm WNBA Bundle

Compare at Amazon Calling all WNBA fans and trading card collectors! Costco just dropped something special for basketball enthusiasts –…
Yandistry Cantina Gazebo
February 28, 2026

New Product: Yardistry Cantina Gazebo

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been dreaming about creating the perfect outdoor entertaining space, the Yardistry Cantina Gazebo just showed…
Denmark All Purpose Bowls
February 28, 2026

New Product: Denmark All Purpose Bowls

Compare at Amazon We just spotted something in the housewares section that’s going to make your kitchen cabinet organization so…
Foremost Salina Seating Set No-rust Aluminum Frame All-weather Resin Wicker at Costco
February 28, 2026

New Product: Foremost Salina Seating Set

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been eyeing outdoor furniture for the upcoming spring season, the Foremost Salina Seating Set just…
Sunvilla Middleton Fire Sectional Set • No-rust Aluminum Frame • Al|-weather Resin Wicker at Costco
February 28, 2026

New Product: Sunvilla Middleton Fire Sectional Set

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been eyeing outdoor furniture upgrades, the Sunvilla Middleton Fire Sectional Set just showed up at…
Tsar Nicoulai Caviar Red Mosaic Gift Box • Tsar Gold Reserve • Tsar Classic Caviar at Costco
February 26, 2026

New Product: Tsar Nicoulai Caviar Red Mosaic Gift Box

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been looking for an excuse to treat yourself (or impress some guests), Costco’s got a…
Slk Prime 2.0 Pickleball • 2 Slk Prime 2.0 Paddles • Slk Pro S1 Balls at Costco
February 26, 2026

New Product: SLK Prime 2.0 Pickleball Set

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been eyeing pickleball but haven’t wanted to drop serious cash on gear before knowing you’ll…