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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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Allen Family Foods at Costco
May 10, 2026

Allen Family Foods Organic Super Green Soup

Compare at Amazon Heads up, health-conscious Costco shoppers. Allen Family Foods Organic Super Green Soup has been spotted on clearance,…
Mikasa Candle Warmer Plug in Metal Stand at Costco
May 10, 2026

Mikasa Candle Warmer Plug in Metal Stand

Compare at Amazon Spotted a clearance find that might warm up your candle game: the Mikasa Candle Warmer Plug in…
Rana Rustic Beef Sauce & Creamy Burrata Cheese Ravioli NE Region Only Product Packaging
May 8, 2026

RECALL: RANA RUSTIC BEEF SAUCE & CREAMY BURRATA CHEESE RAVIOLI NE REGION ONLY

May 2, 2026Recall DetailsItem #: 2009458Locations: NE locations onlyAffected Purchase Dates: March 15, 2026 and April 30, 2026Hazard:Rana Meal Solutions…
Ipack Hardside Luggage at Costco
May 8, 2026

New Product: iPack Hardside Luggage

If you’ve been eyeing new luggage for summer travel, the iPack Hardside Luggage set at Costco might be exactly what…
Essenza Outd0or Citronella Candle at Costco
May 8, 2026

New Product: Essenza Outdoor Citronella Candle Set

Just spotted the Essenza Outdoor Citronella Candle set at Costco, and if you’re getting ready for backyard season, this might…
Seville Acacia Storage Bin Set Bins 11. " at Costco
May 8, 2026

New Product: Seville Acacia Storage Bin Set

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been hunting for stylish storage solutions that don’t look like cheap plastic bins, these Seville…
Chefiq Mini Oven W/ Io Sense Thermometer Bundle at Costco
May 8, 2026

New Product: CHEF iQ Mini Oven with IQ Sense Thermometer

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been eyeing a countertop oven that does more than just reheat pizza, the CHEF iQ…
Infinity Under Cabinet Rechargeable Light at Costco
May 8, 2026

New Product: Infinity Under Cabinet Rechargeable Light

If you’re tired of fumbling around in the dark under your kitchen cabinets or in closets, Costco has a lighting…
Adam's Polishes Ultimate Detailing Kit Bucket & Lid at Costco
May 6, 2026

New Product: Adam’s Polishes Ultimate Detailing Kit

If you’ve been eyeing those premium car care products but weren’t ready to commit to a full setup, Adam’s Polishes…
Ventera Ranch Chicken Piccata at Costco
May 6, 2026

New Product: Ventera Ranch Chicken Piccata

If you’ve been craving (near) restaurant-quality Italian at home without the hassle, Costco’s got you covered with this Ventera Ranch…
Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Cleanser at Costco
May 6, 2026

New Product: Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Cleanser

Korean skincare fans, this one’s for you! The Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Cleanser just showed up at Costco, and it’s…
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream Face Moisturizer Deeply Hydrating at Costco
May 6, 2026

New Product: Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream Face Moisturizer

If you’ve been curious about K-beauty skincare but hesitant to dive in, Costco just made it a whole lot easier…