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Discussion in 'General Discussions - USA & Canada' started by Amica, Jul 19, 2017.

  1. Amica

    Amica IL Hall of Fame

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    Typically, I race through Costco, picking up the same stuff each time — paper goods and staples like bread and sugar.

    But then, not so long ago, @kkrish posted about the noodles she buys from Costco and also about dals and red lentil pasta. That got me wondering if there's other stuff I should add to my list.

    So ... a collective Indus Ladies Costco shopping list ...

    What's good at Costco? What do you recommend buying?

    Apologies in advance but this is a non haldi-kumkum thread. Replies will get "likes" but no individual responses.
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  2. Amica

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    I like their frozen salmon and pollock burgers. They're good for a quick meal and not too unhealthy either. :thumbsup:
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    Kerry Gold Butter (to make ghee)
    Organic Valley 2% milk
    Kirkland Coconut Water
    Kirkland Brand Pesto (Basil and Sun-dried)
    Khazana Lentils
    Coconut Sugar (forget the brand name)
    Campari tomatoes

    these are my staples!!
     
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    Kirkland Coconut water
    Unsalted butter (as i prepare ghee at home which is saves my money a lot with that)
    Milk
    Tomatoes
    Sugar
    Tissues(Bounty)
    Water (when planning for a trip)
    Pom Juice

    These are the things I buy:)
     
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    Some items at Costco will be regional, so everything on my list might not be available at all Costcos. My tried and true items are:
    1) Frozen fish: salmon, mahi-mahi, cod, tilapia
    2) Frozen shrimp and scallops
    3) Paneer
    4) ready-to-eat crepes
    5) Champagne mangoes ( most of other fruit at our Costco is awful, except for cherries)
    6) Salad mixes: kale and Asian
    7) Produce if you can use up the quantities: spinach, bell peppers, campari tomatoes, mushrooms, green beans, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower rice
    8) Household supplies: dishwasher detergent, Clorox wipes, Windex, Lysol etc
    9) Lint brushes
    10) Bird feed: the cheapest I have ever seen and great quality
    11) Pet supplies
    12) Sugar and salt
    13) Starbucks coffee beans
    14) Basil pesto: seriously awesome
    15) Ready-to-eat mac and cheese: totally unhealthy but delicious
    16) Pasta sauce
    17)Pasta
    18) Basmati rice, brown rice
    19) Frozen stir-fry vegetables: this is a lifesaver, together with some tofu for a quick dinner
    20) Oyster sauce: best price I have seen
    21) Sundried tomatoes in oil
    22) Toor dal, dry chickpeas etc: I have seen this recently and it's a good buy if you can use up the quanities
    23) Paper goods: toilet paper, Bounty etc
    24) Gatorade, Perrier
    25) Seasonal clothing items: I have bought great wool socks, thermal underwear, athletic wear etc
    26) Fresh flowers: their rose bouquets and mixed flowers are phenomenal
    27) Deodorant
    28) Toothpaste, razors
    29) OTC meds: Claritin, Flonase, Benadryl, cough syrup, cold and sinus meds, Neilmed sinus rinse
    30) Stonefire mini naans: great taste and price
     
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    - Kulfi
     
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    Here's my boring list :
    Milk
    Yoghurt
    Mushrooms
    Tilapia/ salmon
    Shrimp
    Rotisserie chicken
    Water
    Toilet paper
    Paper towels
    Toothpaste
    Fruits
    Nuts/ dry fruits
    Cheese
    Children's books ( I found a kiddie version of all Shakespeare's classics)
    I also like the gift sets/ chocolates during the holiday season .
     
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    @MalStrom list, pared down a leetul, is pretty much my list. Fish, cheese, and Coffee(starbucks, houseblend, medium roast) are always in the cart. Now and then I also buy a whole roasted chicken.
     
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    Alas, no kulfi at our Costco though they had rasmalai last Diwali for the first time.
     
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    Thanks @Amica for tag. @MalStrom has already covered most.
    • Bath towels. They are nice and large.
    • Bed-sheet sets
    • Car deodorizer pods
    • Oral B- toothbrush heads.
    • Pillows
    • Batteries
    • Fresh Spinach - I separate them into smaller portion in freezer bags and freeze. For making spinach dahl I just crush the frozen leaves and use directly. No need of chopping.
    • Now fresh figs are available - I buy those.
    • Cherries, Blueberries
    • Campari tomatoes
    • Eggplant - lovely
    • Cucumber
    • Bananas
    • Oranges
    • Apples
    • Pears
    • Cheese
    • Butter - for ghee
    • Milk
    • Coconut Water - Cocovita
    • Coffee
    • Cooking oil
    • Basmati rice
    • Khazhana lentils
    • Peppercorns
    • Turmeric
    • Pepper powder
    • Cayenne pepper powder
    • Lentil pasta
    • Quinoa and Brown rice pasta
    We do not get Kulfi or Rasmalai:cry:
    This list is incomplete :)
     

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