The current batch of Sam’s Club Super Savings items is here, but not for long. This week’s sensational markdowns can be taken advantage of until July 13th only. They include your favorite name-brand chips, a luxury coffee and espresso maker, and even gift cards to your favorite chain restaurant. Here are 7 Sam’s Club “Super Savings” items to buy this week, before prices go back up.
This box is filled with 30 bags of Lay’s Potato Chips and is a total steal. Right now, it is just $13.88 after $4.60 off. It comes with Lay’s Classic Potato Chips, Lay’s Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips, Lay’s Sour Cream & Onion Flavored Potato Chips, Lay’s Salt & Vinegar Flavored Potato Chips, and Lay’s Wavy Original Potato Chips. Shoppers call it a good value. “large size, good mix of chips,” writes one. “So we don’t eat chips very often so this box works perfectly, when you want a few chips, that’s what you get and they don’t get stale !!” another adds.
Stock your pantry with trash bags while they are on sale. This box of 160 Glad ForceFlex 13-Gallon Kitchen Trash Bags, Gain Original Scent + Febreze, is $16.98 after $3 off. “These bags work well and scent not overbearing. Have purchased other garbage bags where have to sometimes wipe leaking from bottom of trash can or from floor upon taking out to scavenger bin, barely ever the case with these. Pretty effective household garbage bags,” one shopper says.
Plan a night out at Applebee’s with this unbelievable deal. Get $50 Email Delivery Gift Card for $10 off, just $39.98. “Ordered in app 3 hours before i went to eat, was issued & was used same day without problems. What else can you say? Wish they could be used at the table digital pay tablet but its a minor inconvenience. Will repeat purchase,” one shopper said.
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I have a Jura espresso machine, and can attest that it is of such great quality. Right now, Sam’s Jura E6 Black Automatic Coffee Center, which includes 11 brewing options, is $1,099.00 after $300 off. It automatically grinds and brews with the touch of a button and offers 11 customizable specialty coffee drinks.
Member’s Mark Mixed Berry Oat Bites have become a quick favorite of Sam’s Club shoppers. Right now, the box of 18 is $3 off, just $7.87. They are “fabulous,” exclaims one shopper. “Wow! I am so impressed by these. Better than Bobo’s and my picky toddler loves these! Absolutely delicious, will be keeping these stocked at my house! Will be recommending to all my friends and family!” Another agrees. “These are so much softer and cheaper than Bobo’s and are comparable nutrition wise. Very good!” they wrote.
I was surprised to learn that Sam’s Club sells Catalina Crunch Cinnamon Toast Cereal, a plant-based, protein-packed cereal that can be eaten with milk or sprinkled on yogurt or ice cream. It’s so much cheaper at Sam’s than anywhere else, $7.98 after $4 off. “Best cereal ever! Good for you, no sugar and 11 grams of protein, 9 grams of fiber!! When has that ever been in cereal?? We are hooked!” one shopper wrote.
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It’s the summer of Mountain Dew, with so many fun new flavors. Get 30 cans of Mountain Dew Original Mini Cans for $12.38, $3.10 off. They come in handy for parties or situations where you don’t feel like drinking a huge can of soda.
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You don’t need endless crunches or a brutal workout to start burning belly fat after 40. You need movement that happens often, consistently, and with purpose. Daily steps remain one of the most underrated fat-burning tools, especially when your metabolism begins to shift with age. The key isn’t just walking, it’s walking with intention and strategy.
After 40, stress, hormones, and a slower recovery rate all fight against your progress. High-impact training won’t always serve your body. But walking creates a powerful shift in fat metabolism while reducing cortisol, the stress hormone that stores belly fat. Done right, it builds endurance, improves insulin sensitivity, and pulls your waistline in without beating your joints up.
As a coach, I use step tracking as a daily baseline for clients looking to slim down and stay lean long-term. It’s not flashy, but it works. The right daily target builds discipline, torches fat steadily, and supports everything else you do from workouts to recovery. Here’s exactly how many steps to aim for and how to hit your number the smart way.
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This range hits the sweet spot. Below 6,000 steps, you’re likely too sedentary to make progress. Once you consistently hit 8,000+, your metabolism shifts into gear, especially when combined with strength training and proper nutrition. At 10,000, you’re in fat-burning territory, where your body pulls from stored fat and your waistline starts to tighten.
These steps add up throughout your entire day, not just one long walk. Morning walks, movement breaks, and evening strolls all count. Aim for at least 3,000–4,000 by midday to stay on track and avoid playing catch-up at night.
Walking activates your largest muscles without triggering excessive fatigue or inflammation. That balance matters more after 40, when recovery slows and stress has more impact. Unlike high-intensity cardio, walking keeps your heart rate in the fat-burning zone, where stored fat becomes your main energy source.
It also boosts your NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis), which accounts for a major percentage of your daily calorie burn. And since walking lowers cortisol, it directly targets belly fat, a stubborn area for many over 40. Done consistently, it becomes the foundation of a lean, mobile, low-stress lifestyle.
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You don’t need to pace your kitchen at 10 p.m. to hit your steps. Break the total into manageable chunks. A 15-minute walk in the morning, another midday, and one after dinner racks up over 7,000 steps. Add daily movement from errands, chores, or light mobility work and you’re easily in the 8,000–10,000 zone.
Track steps with a fitness watch or smartphone and aim for gradual increases. Already at 6,000 a day? Bump to 7,500 this week. Use stairs, walk during phone calls, park farther away. Small shifts build up fast, and they reshape your metabolism without adding stress.
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After 40, fat loss hinges on consistency and strategy, not punishment. Walking 8,000–10,000 steps per day builds a leaner body, strengthens your metabolism, and burns belly fat without wrecking your joints. It’s not just about movement, it’s about moving often and moving smart. So lace up, head out, and start burning fat the sustainable way, one step at a time.
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Some fast food menu items are so beloved that fans spend years campaigning for their return, signing online petitions, writing to executives, and even creating websites devoted to returning them. One of the best examples? The McDonald’s Snack Wrap. The once-popular chicken and tortilla wrap disappeared from the Mickey D’s menu in 2016, leaving many fans frustrated. After a lengthy bring-back-the-Snack-Wrap campaign, the company teased its return toward the end of 2024, later confirming it was heading back to the menu this summer. Well, Snack Wrap fans, the day has finally arrived: Snack Wraps are back in stores today.
You can now order up a Snack Wrap at participating McDonald’s. And guess what? It’s not a limited-time offering. Which means you don’t have to worry about it disappearing again anytime soon.
The new Snack Wrap, features two of McDonald’s new McCrispy Strips, which debuted late this spring, “a juicy chicken strip made with all white meat,” is topped with crisp shredded lettuce and shredded cheese and wrapped in a soft flour tortilla.
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Fans can get them in two delicious flavors, starting with the Spicy Snack Wrap. McDonald’s says the spicy version is “bold, zesty and unapologetically fiery” and “brings the heat with a habanero kick that fans know and love from the Spicy McCrispy sandwich.”
There is also a Ranch Snack Wrap. The ranchified version is “smooth, rich and irresistibly savory,” and “delivers a satisfying burst of cool ranch goodness, with hints of garlic and onion.”
How can you get them? You can order Snack Wraps a la carte or as a combo meal, which includes two Snack Wraps, medium fries, and a drink of choice.
McDonald’s has been keeping fans in the loop via the snackwrapfiles.com, a website devoted to it. It features iconic social posts, BTS content, and even has clips of CEO Joe Erlinger reading Snack Wrap fan mail. Once the Snack Wrap drops, there will also be promo codes to save money on the Snack Wrap.
McDonald’s dropped the release date five weeks ago on social media. “got emotional typing this. snack wrap is back 07.10.25,” the fast food giant captioned a post.
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You don’t need a full physical to know how well your body holds up. Just three movements reveal more about your balance, strength, and mobility than most gym routines ever touch. If you’re 45 or older and can complete this test with control and confidence, your body’s performing like someone two decades younger.
As a coach, I use this test to uncover weak links before they turn into injuries. It shows whether your joints move freely, your muscles activate in sync, and your body responds under tension. It doesn’t take long, but it tells the truth. Most importantly, it sets a benchmark for how you move, not just how you lift.
You won’t need equipment or space. Just your body, your focus, and a few minutes of honest effort. Each movement in the test checks a different category of function, and completing all three shows your body stays strong, mobile, and sharp with age.
This sequence tests three pillars of athletic aging: mobility, balance, and core control. It targets the hips, shoulders, spine, and deep stabilizers all at once. Complete each movement slowly and with control, no rushing, no shortcuts. If you move cleanly through all three, your body’s holding up better than most 30-year-olds.
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Each move highlights a different aspect of how your body holds up under real-life stress. The deep squat tests hip mobility, ankle range, and postural strength. The single-leg balance drill locks in your stabilizers, checks ankle strength, and demands full-body control. The wall shoulder test reveals hidden stiffness through your spine, lats, and shoulders.
Together, they form a complete snapshot of how well your body moves, not just on gym days, but getting in and out of chairs, walking up stairs, carrying groceries, and staying injury-free. You’re not just checking performance. You’re checking movement longevity.
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Crushed all three
You move better than most 30-year-olds. Your joints feel strong, flexible, and supported. That’s not luck, it’s the reward for moving well and moving often.
Struggled on one
You’ve got a strong base, but something’s lagging, likely tightness or instability in one joint. Focus your training to shore it up before it becomes a bigger issue.
Struggled on two or more
Your body’s asking for attention. Don’t panic, but don’t ignore it. Build back range, stability, and strength with focused mobility work and consistent training.
Practice these drills 3–4 times a week. Re-test every 2–3 weeks and track your progress. Better movement leads to better performance and fewer injuries.
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President Donald Trump’s trade wars continue. This week, Trump announced 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea, set to go into effect on August 1. He also announced tariffs varying from 25% to 40% in countries including Myanmar, Malaysia, Kazakhstan, Laos, and South Africa. What does this mean for Costco shoppers? Some of your favorite items, including food and beauty products, will likely get more expensive in the near future. Here are 7 Costco items shoppers say are worth stockpiling at the trade war flares.
One of Costco’s most popular freezer finds is from Japan. Ajinomoto Yakitori Chicken Fried Rice has been a crowd-pleaser for years. Our reviewer maintains that it looks “just like homemade fried rice should look” with “chunks of chicken and a variety of colorful vegetables” along with rice, just like your favorite Japanese restaurant.
Costco is a great place to buy Japanese and Korean beauty products for less, including Shiseido Future Solution LX Total Regenerating Cream. It is currently an extra good buy, $159.99 after $50 off for 1.7 fluid ounces. “Shiseido is my favorite beauty line! Has been for a couple decades… I went through a year and a half of legal blindness with cataracts and after the surgery woke up to looking like I aged ten years after not being able to do proper skincare that long tried all kinds of “miracle creams” to no avail no progress. I decided to go back to my tried-and-true line Shiseido and now my progress is showing, it is pricy but better on Costco Thank you Costco for making it easier to afford! But it’s a line that delivers its promise! HIGHLY recommend!” writes one shopper. Stock up now, before they get more expensive later.
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Many fruit popsicles will go up in price due to the increased cost of imported fruit. However, one popular brand, Binggrae Melona Fruit Bars, is manufactured by a South Korean company and will likely become harder to find and more expensive due to the import tax. Since they’re sold at Costco, consider buying in bulk and stocking up now.
Samyang Buldak Ramen Carbonara, Spicy Chicken, 3.7 oz, 6-count
Buldak ramen is from South Korea, and popular at Costco. Lots of shoppers maintain it is much cheaper at Costco than the grocery store or even specialty Asian stores like HMart. “Dear Costco, Please keep stocking Carbo Buldak! These are the best,” writes one.
Kirkland Signature Dried Mangoes are a crowd-pleaser in my family. The sweetened exotic fruit is imported from Cambodia, and with whopping 36% tariffs, the large bag will likely get more expensive. I am going to buy a few of them now, as they stay good for a long time.
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My daughter loves munching on Kirkland Signature Organic Roasted Seaweed snack packs, the best seaweed deal in town. The product is sourced from South Korea, facing 25% tariffs, and will likely increase in price. I will stock my drawers with enough for the next year, as these usually have a nine-to-12-month shelf life.
Costco’s Kirkland Signature Green Tea is truly authentic. The product is produced by Ito En, a Japanese company that has been making tea since the 1960s. With the rising tariffs, the tea will likely get more expensive in the upcoming months.
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Domino’s already has some of the best deals for pizza, both pickup and delivery, in the U.S.—there’s a reason the chain is the most popular nationwide. Now the restaurant is not only bringing back a wildly popular deal for the summer, but just revealed three secret menu pizzas linked to the deal that customers are going to go wild over. These pizzas have been created by Domino’s chefs and are being revealed to the public for the first time as an option for the build-your-own pizzas—here’s what fans need to know about these in-house favorites.
Domino’s “Best Deal Ever” is back: order any pizza with any toppings for just $9.99, when ordered online between July 7-Aug. 3. “Our most popular deal is back – and it’s all thanks to our customers,” said Kate Trumbull, Domino’s executive vice president – chief marketing officer. “We heard how much they loved experimenting with different crusts, sauces and toppings they don’t normally order. With more than 34 million ways to make a single Domino’s pizza, the possibilities for creating customized, mouthwatering pizzas are almost endless. Whether you’re craving a classic favorite or feeling adventurous, this deal delivers delicious pizza at a great value.”
Secret Menu Pizza Number 1: Rachel’s Sweet Buffalo is made on a New York Style Crust, this pizza is topped with robust-inspired tomato sauce, pepperoni, bacon, pineapple, and hot buffalo sauce. The pineapple is going to cause controversy but I love the whole combo—especially the hot buffalo sauce.
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Secret Menu Pizza number 2: Spencer’s Garlic Parm Bananza is made on a Handmade Pan Crust with garlic parmesan sauce (my personal favorite!) and topped with sausage, banana peppers, and Parmesan/Asiago cheese. Another winner, especially because the garlic parm sauce is frequently slept on.
Secret Menu Pizza number 3: Hannah’s Alfredo Veggie Melt is made on a Crunchy Thin Crust with alfredo sauce and spinach, topped with feta, green peppers, onions, mushrooms, and Parmesan/Asiago cheese. I want to thank Chef Hannah for creating a veggie pizza that’s actually well thought-out and appealing. I’m definitely going to try this one.
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Getting your favorite pizza delivered will soon be easier than ever—Domino’s is partnering with DoorDash Marketplace in a new program where orders on DoorDash’s Marketplace will be delivered by Domino’s drivers. “DoorDash is excited to welcome Domino’s to our Marketplace across the U.S. and Canada. Domino’s chose DoorDash for our unmatched scale and reach, helping them serve millions of customers and drive incremental sales,” said Prabir Adarkar, president and chief operating officer of DoorDash. “By joining forces, we’re bringing customers a new choice in the rapidly growing pizza category.”
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A new study ranking the most affordable grocery stores in every state shows some surprising results—with an unusual retail chain taking the top spot. The team from NetCredit analyzed prices at over 2,000 grocery stores across the nation, using Instacart.com to aggregate data from over 100 supermarket chains. Each store’s average price per item was compared against the state average to calculate where consumers get the most bang for their buck, focusing on . the biggest ZIP codes in the most populous U.S. cities—here’s which chains are the most affordable, from good to absolute best.
Price Rite is the cheapest option for groceries in three states: Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. “We know you want brands you recognize and trust, and you will find them at the absolute lowest everyday prices at Price Rite,” the chain says. “On average, we can save you up to 20 – 50% versus your regular grocery store, taking your family’s well-being and budget to heart.”
Food Lion is the most affordable grocery chain in five states: Virginia, North and South Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee. “I shop at Food Lion weekly. They have some great deals (comparatively…all grocery prices hurt but theirs hurt a bit less, usually). I buy most of my meats from them by stocking up during sales. As another commenter has said, their generic brands are good quality,” one Redditor said.
Hy-Vee is the cheapest chain for groceries in five states: South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin. “I’ve found plenty of things at Hyvee that were cheaper than what Festival sells them for,” one Redditor said. “The meat, seafood, deli and bakery are amazing in terms of quality and selection, by far the best in the area to my knowledge. The bakery isn’t your average grocery store bakery either. Very fancy pastries and cakes.”
Grocery Outlet offers the best grocery prices in six states: Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Nevada, and Ohio. “The things I’ve found in my area (Seattle) to be the best deals at GO are: high quality dairy, grass fed beef, pasture raised eggs, and the occasional major markdown like organic soy milk for .99 ,” one customer said.
Coming in strong at number two, Walmart is the cheapest option in eight states: Connecticut, New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, Michigan, Oklahoma, and California.
“We only shop at Walmart now to save money and time. It’s cheaper for us to only go to one stores (or get pickup/delivery from one store) than driving to multiple places. It also saves time as well,” one shopper said. “We get cash back at Walmart through the capital one Walmart credit card(it’s not much but it helps).”
And the winner is… Target, which offers the most affordable groceries in 15 states: Montana, North Dakota, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Indiana, West Virginia, Maine, Hawaii, and Alaska. “They absolutely have some things cheaper than other grocery stores,” one shopper said. “Whether it’s cheaper to you depends on where else you shop. A box of Fiber One cereal is $8 at Jewel (Albertsons) by me but $4.50-$5 at Target. They don’t sell it at Aldi.”
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Your body is built to move—and the more you honor that, the better it works for you. At 60, strength and flexibility are less about pushing hard and more about staying sharp, steady, and capable. Think of movement as your daily tune-up. These little rituals keep your joints loose, your muscles awake, and your energy flowing.
Stiffness, soreness, and tight muscles don’t have to be your norm. When you choose movements that challenge your body in gentle yet effective ways, you improve balance, boost your posture, and make everyday tasks feel easier. It’s not about chasing personal records. It’s about staying strong enough to do what you love, without fear of injury or limitations.
Coming up are five movements you can do every day to help your body feel younger, looser, and more powerful. Each one targets key areas that tend to tighten or weaken with age, so you can move freely and feel amazing every time you get up and go.
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This move opens up your thoracic spine, the mid-back region responsible for healthy posture and upper-body mobility. If your upper back becomes tight, it can disrupt your shoulder function and even impact how your hips and lower back move. Restoring rotation to this area helps keep your spine strong, your posture tall, and your shoulders free.
Targeted Muscles: Thoracic spine, spinal erectors, rhomboids, obliques
How to Do It:
Recommended Rounds and Reps: Perform 2 sets of 8 to 10 reps per side
Movement Tip: Keep your knees pinned together and avoid letting your hips roll open.
Hip mobility is essential for everything from walking to bending to standing up. Leg swings loosen up the hip flexors, hamstrings, and glutes while encouraging dynamic movement through the pelvis and spine. They’re great before walks, strength workouts, or any time you feel stiff.
Targeted Muscles: Hip flexors, glutes, hamstrings, lower back
How to Do It:
Recommended Rounds and Reps: Perform 2 sets of 10 to 15 swings per leg
Movement Tip: Keep your upper body still and avoid twisting your shoulders as you swing.
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The Samson Stretch opens up the front side of your body, especially the hips, chest, and shoulders. This move is a mobility goldmine for counteracting the effects of sitting and tightness in your hips and spine. It also gently strengthens your legs and core through the deep lunge position.
Targeted Muscles: Hip flexors, quadriceps, lats, abdominals, shoulders
How to Do It:
Recommended Rounds and Reps: Perform 2 rounds of 20 to 30 seconds per side
Movement Tip: Keep your ribcage stacked over your hips to avoid overextending your back.
This full-body movement activates your legs and opens your spine and shoulders at the same time. It encourages better squat mechanics, builds lower body strength, and reinforces spinal alignment with an overhead reach. The combo of strength and mobility makes it a go-to daily move.
Targeted Muscles: Quads, glutes, calves, core, shoulders, upper back
How to Do It:
Recommended Rounds and Reps: Perform 2 to 3 sets of 10 reps
Movement Tip: Keep your heels flat and chest lifted throughout the entire movement.
This movement flow combines two powerful yoga-inspired stretches to mobilize your entire body. It strengthens your upper body and core while stretching your spine, hamstrings, chest, and hip flexors. The controlled transition between positions helps build coordination and body awareness.
Targeted Muscles: Hamstrings, calves, shoulders, triceps, lower back, abdominals, hip flexors
How to Do It:
Recommended Rounds and Reps: Perform 2 sets of 6 to 8 slow-flow reps
Movement Tip: Breathe deeply through each movement and focus on smooth, steady transitions.
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The temperatures are spiking as we get into one of the hottest months of summer, and Costco is here to save the day. The warehouse devoted a tab filled with products to help “beat the heat.” From neck and room fans to sunscreen and an above-ground pool, you don’t want to miss out on these great products at Costco’s unbeatable prices.
I was at a swim meet last week and was sweltering hot. I was instantly jealous when I saw a parent with a neck fan. Luckily, Costco is selling a 2-pack of JISULIFE Neck Fans for $42.99. “These fans are Powerful for face fans,” writes a shopper. “Very comfortable I bought one for myself. I’m always warm. I also have anxiety. It helps with being Claustrophobic as well The air blowing in my face helps so much.”
This month, Thinkbaby Sunscreen Lotion + Sunscreen Stick Set is $10 off, which brings the price down to $19.99. And shoppers maintain it isn’t just for kids. “I initially got this for my grand baby. BUT, I tried it out myself as a facial sunscreen and now it’s my daily go-to. I’ve tried so many facial sunscreens. Most just leave me oily and greasy by the end of the day, and the added fragrance and chemicals burn my eyes like crazy. This is the best I’ve found. It’s 23% zinc oxide. Most other sunscreens are 12 or 13. This has a light fragrance that dissipates once applied. I use a retinol serum and then almond oil. Let that set for a few minutes and then apply this sunscreen. It goes on smoothly and blends well. If you apply too much though, you’ll look like Casper…great buy, and I’m hooked,” writes a shopper.
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If you don’t have an in-ground pool, you can still make a splash this summer, and even host a pool party, with the help of Costco. The Bestway Steel Pro MAX 13′ x 30″ Round Above Ground Pool Set, normally $219.99, is $40 off, just $179.99, now through July 13. “Great value for the price, once I got started was pretty easy to put together by myself although instructions were just pictures. Video helped more. Seems sturdy and well made,” one writes. “Easy pool setup but I recommend 2-3 people if possible. Kids are enjoying the pool and spend hours at a time in it,” adds another.
H2OGO! Whales ‘n Waves Kids Inflatable Mega Water Park will literally make your kid’s summer. The $379.99 water park, which includes shipping and handling, has everything needed to transform your yard into a water slide mecca. “WOW! This waterpark has given my kids endless hours of fun so far!! The experience was fantastic from start to finish – so easy! All you do is take it out of the box, lay it on the ground, hook up the sprinkler tubes by matching the numbers from the tubes to the numbers on the park, turn on the pump and it inflates. And once you hook up your hose, the fun begins (but you can use it without water as well). The two watercannons have a pull trigger so they are not constantly shooting out water and filling up the pool area. And honestly, the giant whale theme is visually so thrilling, the kids absolutely love it!! We can’t wait to use this all summer long to keep out of the heat. Moving it around my yard will be a breeze with the quick set up and take down. Nice one Costco!” writes one shopper.
My kids always beg for Zuru Bunch O Balloons Tropical Party Water Balloons at Target, but this 2-pack Bundle from Costco, $56.99, is a much better deal. “Bought these balloons for my school’s field day. They filled easily. The kids loved them. Great price for them,” one shopper writes. “Easy to fill and the kids as well as the adults love them. We fill them up and put inside the trampoline,” added another.
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It’s always good to have goggles on hand. Oceanic Swim Goggles 3-Pack for $19.99 is a great value, per shoppers. “Very comfortable with large soft gaskets. Anti-fog works great so far and I like the different tint for different brightness. Feels better and look stronger than my previous Speedo goggles,” writes one. “My kids love these goggles! They do a good job at staying put and keeping the water out of their eyes. I bought the small size for my younger kids and they are easy to adjust to fit their heads which is a big plus,” adds another.
Dyson purifiers aren’t cheap, but trust me, they are the best. If you need one, now is the time to invest in the summer essential. The Dyson Purifier Cool TP11 with Replacement Filter is on rare sale, at $110 off the already low Costco price. Not only does it offer whole-room purification, but it also cools quickly and comes in handy for those days you don’t want to turn on the AC but are feeling a little too warm.
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Costco’s frozen food selection is quite honestly worth the price of membership alone—there are so many fantastic items available, both Kirkland Signature and name-brand. I have my own “must have” list of frozen goodies I never leave the warehouse without, and many other shoppers have their go-to items they always keep stocked up in the freezer. It might sound like hyperbole but some of these products easily rival restaurant-quality foods, at a fraction of the price. So which items are worth always keeping on hand? Here are 13 Costco frozen foods you’d be crazy not to try.
Every single person in my household is obsessed with these Synear Xiao Long Bao Pork Soup Dumplings. They are tasty, convenient, and take just 12 minutes to steam for an ideal quick dinner on busy weekdays. “Finally gave these a try and wow, these are absolutely phenomenal!” one happy shopper shared. “Love the fragrant ginger in these pork dumplings; it’s been a while since I went to Din Tai Fung so I can’t recall the flavors but these XLB hit the spot. I hope they keep these for a while or else I’m going to have to buy a deep freezer to stock up.”
The Authentic Motor City Pizza Co Detroit-Style Deep Dish Pizza is another perfect option for a quick dinner. So many frozen deep dish pizzas take an hour to cook but this one is ready in 18-21 minutes. “These are so good. We stopped ordering pizza after finding these for lazy dinner nights,” one shopper said.
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Ok, these are probably not the most “authentic” taquitos you can buy (especially here in Los Angeles) BUT the El Monterey Mexican Grill Chicken & Cheese Taquitos are so tasty and convenient. “The whole family enjoys the crunchy outer layer and warm chicken cheesy inside layer,” one shopper said. “Easy in the airfryer for my 8-year-old to heat up herself. These are bigger than the ones you find in the grocery stores and we prefer the taste and size over any other brand.”
The Crazy Cuisine Orange Chicken is a fan-favorite Costco item—throw it in the air fryer and serve with rice, or spice it up by adding chopped chili peppers for an elevated meal. “I’m super picky about my chicken products, and this stuff is awesome!!! Super crispy on the outside (done in air fryer, don’t even need to spray with oil) with real fibrous chicken pieces inside. Killer over rice,” one Redditor shared.
The Sabatasso’s French Bread Pepperoni Pizza might not seem like the most exciting Costco item, but shoppers are OBSESSED. “They had it in store demo last week and it’s SUPERB,” one Redditor said. “My Costco doesn’t have these anymore and it’s honestly devastating. I was able to get 2 boxes at 8.99 a box and they are the absolute best air fry pizza I’ve had,” another mourned.
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The Marie Callender’s Chicken Pot Pies are another fan-favorite comfort food, and in my opinion superior to the Kirkland Chicken Pot Pies which can be way too salty. “God I love the MC ones so much. Try them with Worcestershire sauce / pickapeppa sauce and some butter melted in. So good for the money,” one Redditor shared.
Like many other Costco shoppers, I am avoiding the raw packaged chicken due to a steep decline in quality, but the frozen Kirkland Signature Thin Sliced Chicken Breasts (Boneless Skinless) are a good alternative. “These are my go to air fryer protein source for cheap,” one shopper said. “Season with garlic salt and paprika, put in preheated 400F air fryer for 20 mins flipping ones. Yes, from frozen. Total prep time: 30 seconds. 14 if you got fast hands. Cost: like $1.50 a breast. Protein: 50g.”
Running out of the Kirkland Signature Uncured Bacon and Gouda Egg Bites is what usually sparks a Costco run for me—technically they’re in the refrigerated section, but I like to keep two boxes in the freezer for an easy, convenient snack/breakfast/you name it. “They taste better than the Starbucks version in my opinion… great buy,” one shopper said.
Pro tip: The texture is so much better if you air fry them at a lower temperature for longer, otherwise they get scorched and rubbery.
If you love frozen breakfast sandwiches, the Jimmy Dean Croissant Sandwiches are consistently rated well by Costco shoppers. “I enjoy them a lot. I usually take the cheese off before microwaving. Then when it’s done, I put the cheese back on and the heat of the sandwich melts it well without it melting all over off the sandwich in the microwave. Makes them so much better to me,” one member recommended.
The Mila Xiao Long Bao Soup Dumplings Starter Pack is perfect for beginners to learn how to make these delicious little bites. “All of the flavors are delicious, and you can taste the ingredients! The quality is high (they don’t tend to leak or burst when steaming). We steam them in the rice cooker for 25min (it takes some time to get the water steaming) and they turn out perfectly cooked at 180-190 degrees. The dumplings arrived super frozen and beautifully packaged. The steamer is a double/two levels, which is nice!” one member shared.
Costco’s La Boulangerie Smoked Ham & Swiss Cheese Pockets are delicious, convenient, and great value for money. “I put the Starbucks ham and Swiss at a 10, using that scale I’d put these at a 7. Worth it for the price,” one Redditor said.
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The Lilly B’s Organic Bean, Rice & Cheese Burritos are such a nice product to keep on hand—the kids love them, they’re easy to make, and contain better-for-you ingredients. “I love them and they are on sale right now! Getting 2 more boxes tomorrow. Nuke them until almost done and they AF for one minute for a slightly crispy wrapper. Yum,” one Redditor shared.
The Beecher’s “World’s Best” Mac & Cheese is the closest a frozen option gets to delicious, made-from-scratch macaroni and cheese. (On a side note, some Costcos carry the Beecher’s cheese, which is an absolute must-have for homemade mac). “As someone who’s had a lot of Beecher’s both from the shops and from frozen – my suspicion is that they’re exactly the same product. The frozen Beecher’s is very good,” one member said.
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