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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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Costco-recall-Zwilling-Enfinigy-Pro-Electric-Kettle product photo
May 20, 2026

RECALL: ZWILLING ENFINIGY PRO ELECTRIC KETTLE

May 15, 2026Recall DetailsItem #: 1591990Locations: AllAffected Purchase Dates: October 2021 – December 2021Hazard:The handle may loosen or break off,…
Zwilling Enfinigy Electric Kettle Pro Set - Silver , Black Costco Next Product Packaging
May 20, 2026

RECALL: ZWILLING ENFINIGY ELECTRIC KETTLE PRO SET

May 14, 2026Recall DetailsItem #: 1773073 & 1773101Locations: AllAffected Purchase Dates: Between September 2019 and November 2025Hazard:Certain ZWILLING’s ENFINIGY Pro…
Agio - Menlo Woven Patio Swing All US locations Product Packaging
May 20, 2026

RECALL: AGIO – MENLO WOVEN PATIO SWING

May 14, 2026Recall DetailsItem #: 1934256Locations: AllAffected Purchase Dates: February 1, 2026 and March 20, 2026Hazard:In cooperation with the U.S.…
Kirkland Signature Medium Roast Coffee at Costco
May 16, 2026

New Product: Kirkland Signature Medium Roast Ground Coffee

Costco’s got a new addition to its coffee lineup, and it’s one that Kirkland Signature fans are going to want…
Agio Juniper Spc Deep Seating Set with Fire Table at Costco
May 16, 2026

New Product: Agio Juniper 5pc Seating Set with Fire Table

If you’ve been dreaming about upgrading your outdoor space into a true backyard oasis, the Agio Juniper SPC Deep Seating…
May 16, 2026

New Product: Bagsmart Crush Puffy Collection Tote + Toiletry Bag

Here’s a great new find for anyone who loves organized, stylish travel accessories! The Bagsmart Crush Puffy Collection Tote +…
Giant Guess Who at Costco
May 16, 2026

New Product: Giant Guess Who

Compare Similar at Amazon If you’ve been looking for a way to make family game night extra memorable, you’re going…
Maisto Formula R/c 1:10 Scale at Costco
May 16, 2026

New Product: Maisto Tech Formula R/C

Compare Similar at Amazon If you’ve got a young F1 racing enthusiast at home, the Maisto Tech Formula R/C car…
Aloha Collapsible Beach Tote at Costco
May 16, 2026

New Product: Aloha Collapsible Beach Tote

If you’re already thinking about beach season (and who isn’t with summer right around the corner?), Costco just dropped the…
Miu Vegetable Chopper and Slicer at Costco
May 14, 2026

New Product: Miu Vegetable Chopper and Slicer

If you’ve been putting off all that meal prep because chopping vegetables feels like a workout, the Miu Vegetable Chopper…
Tetris Tumble XL Dynamic Tilting Tower Oversized Blocks & Shapes at Costco
May 14, 2026

New Product: Tetris Tumble XL Dynamic Tilting Tower Oversized Blocks & Shapes

If you’ve been looking for a backyard game that’ll have everyone from kids to grandparents actually engaged (and not just…