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Ahhhhh, so nice to finally feel like the normal schedule is back Costco shoppers!
I love the Christmas holidays, and well the last few months of the year in general, but the holidays are just so special and magical… Whats not to like really? Well the only thing I can think of is that I”m a creature of habit and the last few weeks of the year can be stressful and take us out of our routines (OK, that’s not a bad thing necessarily but…) I do enjoy working, and I enjoy some of my routines… Knowing when and where I’m gonna have to be for this-or-that. Work schedule back to normal, yup I like that. Back to a regular Costco routine, yes please! It’s nice to be doing this from my home again, listening to B-52’s debut LP and getting the oven cranked up for roasting potatoes and chicken…Delicious! I’m not meaning to take away from the fun of the holidays, and traveling to see family and the fun that comes out of that. Not at all! Just pointing out that I’m happy to be home and back to work, back to Costco, back to the cats etc… You get it…
So on that note, here’s a preview of some of the hot sales goin’ on this week!
While now a “sale” There’s a new soup available at Costco from the Soup Sisters, (I posted a picture of it last week but didn’t get around to trying it until Friday) Not just a soup but a “hug in a bowl” (as they say) And I would agree with that after trying the soup. Tasting aside, the company is volunteer driven and is dedicated to providing a helping hand to those less fortunate, take a look at their website if you’d like a bit more info here. http://www.soupsisters.org/index.php
‘Tis indeed the season for delicious hearty soups, and this one certainly falls into that category, rich and warming but not too thick or meaty. More soupy, less stew-y with just enough spice to warm up the taste buds… You know me though, I’m a spicy kind of person so I had to add a few dashes of Tabasco to it, just to brighten it up a little bit and get some more heat. Dunking with buttered bread is a must, or if you’re a garlic fanatic (like I am) toast some bread, or buns, and rub some halved garlic cloves on them (while still hot) This will impart that tasty garlic flavor to the toast… I really really love doing this, with soups, chili’s, stews or even just on its own… If you haven’t tried this and you like garlic, do it immediately! Low maintenance garlic toast… Nothing wrong with that.
Moving backwards now, remember when I was at La Carnitas having tacos last week??? Well here’s a few snaps I took of them…
Classic Carne Asada, a chicken taco, and roasted mushroom. The chicken Taco was good, nice warm flavors but lacked a little punch, I think a little more citrus and spice would’ve done it. The mushroom taco was really good, full of umami flavors! It had a tamarind reduction as a part of the sauce that gave it even more richness.. and the tortilla held up to the sauce the whole time too! No splitting or falling apart. I must have those tortillas!!! The Carne Asada taco was dynamite… Not too much to detract from the classic grilled steak and white onion combo, but the crispy onions were a welcome texture addition… But man o’ man, you just can’t beat a classic carne asada taco done right. It’s just, well, classic for a reason.
Ok, as awesome as that night was, we had an equally awesome morning/day! (no hangovers first off, that’s always good!)
We were staying only about a block from the St. Lawrence market so of course I had to go and have a Pea-meal sandwich for breakfast… Not a question about it, had to happen! We also took in all the glorious fresh produce and meats available, which if I lived nearby I would be here everyday… And likely broke! But jeez, does it all ever look so good!
(Sorry, that’s a lot of pictures!)
Ya, I’d be in trouble if I were nearby… Just that sandwich alone would be the end of me! Just add mustard and maybe, maybe hot peppers, that’s it! Nothing else! Delicious on its own… Also, are you seeing all of that cheese in there folks?!?! It’s an insane amount of cheese to look at, and I’m surprised we didn’t walk away with more than the 1 tiny little block we did… I suppose there is always next time, right?
I’ll say it again, I had a fantastic time in Toronto, and would do it again… I hope soon! Well, within reason, Toronto isn’t cheap so we have to space those trips out a bit.
Ok, I think it’s time to wrap this up now, I could (as you know) go on about food for hours so I’ll spare you… I also need to get ready for the start of my work week, which is tomorrow… So, I guess I’d better be getting ready for bed.
…don’t really wanna, but the alarm is going to go off at the same time that it usually does.
Thankfully coffee is a remedy to that! (Starbucks Cafe Verona obviously!)
Thank you folks, see you soon!
Please note:
The price at your local Costco takes precedent (or precedence) over the prices listed on this blog.
Costco liquidation/Manager’s Special items (ending in .97) vary from store to store.
An asterisk (*) on the price tag means the item is not being re-ordered.
If there is something you really want, ***double check the expiry date*** as some Costco sales items do end mid-week.
The food brands available can differ from region to region. Pictures are taken at a store in Ontario. Sale items should apply to Costco locations in Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Nova Scotia, if the item is in stock at your store. There will likely be a few deals not shown here in your store. If this blog has helped you save money, consider sharing www.cocoeast.ca with your friends and family! If you see deals at your store that aren’t on this blog, post them in the comments and help spread the money saving love!
Hi thanks for your valuable work for everyone! Could you tell me which costco location is the “swiss gear”. 3 piece luggage sale?? I checked mississauga location and Burlington they are not on sale price.
Hello Miranda and Amanda! Thank you so much for the support! It’s great to know the blog is a part of your days, it’s an honour!!! THANK YOU, THANK YOU THANK YOU!
Thank you, I deeply appreciate for all your work and you have definitely helped a lot of people with their lives. I hope you will continue this for the near future and again, thank you.
Thank you for your kind words Laura! I have no plans of stopping this, I love it and the community we’ve created together way too much! Thanks for reading and your support!
Thanks for all the pics. The Bounty fabric softener sheets are on sale but not a good deal. The Kirkland Signature fabric softener sheets give you double the number of sheets, and priced well , regular price.
The snow brush is excellent! Bought one at 9.97 over a year ago and it works well and looks like new.
Thank you ilona, I’m glad you enjoy the blog and hopefully save time and money with the sales! I agree, the Kirkland brand is usually a win and I think I may pick up one of those snow brushes… Way easier to reach everything with it and it does seem to be well built.
Thank you Tim and Wendy, though I realized when I got home from Costco I didn’t get the stamps this week! Sorry about that, but I’ll get ’em next week though. Thank you for reading and the support!
Thank you so much for doing this weekly. I look forward to this. It certainly is alot of work but greatly appreciated.
Enjoy your week… Can’t wait for next time!!
Thank you Debbie, I appreciate that and I love doing this each week… I look forward to it! I will have a fantastic week at work, and I hope you have a great week as well, see you next Monday!
Hey there, gooood job! Amazing to see that made in Portugal king size flannel sheets are available at that price, especially when other “home” stores are selling flannel sheets from Pakistan for more than double that price. Portugal manufactures the best flannel in the world. The fleece sheets are amazing too…. they are much better quality than those sold elsewhere. I love mine and look forward to putting them on my bed in the late fall every year. It’s like sleeping in a velvet glove! The only thing you can’t do is wear fleece pj’s or you can’t roll over in bed…. it grabs like velcro lol.
Hey Jan, I agree… Those flannel sheets have been amazing all fall and winter, they’re so comfortable it’s difficult to get out of bed some mornings!!! As for the fleece pj’s thing, I could see that being a problem but the simple fix is no pj’s!
Hi…I’m so glad I found your site!!! My husband is a new Costco believer but still refuses to wander the store looking for good deals. He used to think that since there are only 3 of us, it’s not worth the membership fee. With all the sale items I found from your site, we can go in and out in no time! Thank you so much for your hard work. Till next week ?
Hi Ruby! Thank you for finding and reading the blog! I was apprehensive when I first considered joining Costco as well (as it’s just me and my partner and 2 cats!) But to be honest the savings on the staples of the household (toilet paper, paper towel, dish soap, hand soap, shampoo/conditioner, laundry detergent, kitty little, cat food, vitamins, deodorant, propane for the BBQ, cheese (yes it’s a staple!), coffee, I could go on… It always seems expensive off the hop but provided you can store the bulk you do save quite a bit. And yes, This blog is here to help save time and money for everyone! So I’m glad again that you found me, and hope to see you here again next week!
May I add my 2 cents worth here, after having my membership for many years, I must say I would still shop there if it is was only me! I buy lots of stuff that has nothing to do with bulk buying…. socks, jeans, great t-shirts, bathing suits, coats, kids clothes, luggage, bedding, books etc etc. Anyone who thinks otherwise doesn’t shop competitively lol!
Thank you very much F Blake! I look forward to doing this each week, so I’m glad you enjoy it and hopefully save some time and money as well! Hope to hear from you next week as well!
Thanks for this info and all that you do. I realized today that costco east is the markham location based on some of the discontinued item you posted. Was able to purchase the bactrack breathalyzer at that ridiculous price!!
Hey there Sue, that’s great! I’m glad this blog is a part of your week and look forward to hearing from you again, Thank you for the support and for reading.
Coming from PEI where we do not have a Costco, this site is so very helpful when a friend says “hey, I’m going over to Costco, do you need anything”. Thanks for all your work doing this. It’s so much appreciated!!!
Hi Debra, I’m glad this blog is helping you out and hopefully you get a kick out of the kitties as well! It’s really my pleasure and I’m glad you enjoy!
Crazy good deals this week. As always, your work is truly appreciated!
Thank you Kristen, I appreciate it! Ya, good deals indeed… Had to exercise alot of restrain this week!
Hi thanks for your valuable work for everyone! Could you tell me which costco location is the “swiss gear”. 3 piece luggage sale?? I checked mississauga location and Burlington they are not on sale price.
Hey there Leo, Thank you again for the kind words! I took these pictures in the Kingston, ON. warehouse.
Thank you for your time and effort, it is much appreciated,
Jeannie MacNeill
Thank you so much Jeannie! Thank you for reading and enjoying, both the blog and the sales… And my cats, of course.
Thank you for your time really appreciated
You’re welcome Judi, thank you for reading and for your support!
Thank you!
You’re welcome Fatema, thank you as always! I hope you had a great week!
Our daily discussion on Tuesday at work is about this blog!
So from us- THANKYOU!!!
Hello Miranda and Amanda! Thank you so much for the support! It’s great to know the blog is a part of your days, it’s an honour!!! THANK YOU, THANK YOU THANK YOU!
Thank you, I deeply appreciate for all your work and you have definitely helped a lot of people with their lives. I hope you will continue this for the near future and again, thank you.
Thank you for your kind words Laura! I have no plans of stopping this, I love it and the community we’ve created together way too much! Thanks for reading and your support!
Thank you!!!
You’re welcome Libby, Thank you though for reading and for your support!
Thanks for all the pics. The Bounty fabric softener sheets are on sale but not a good deal. The Kirkland Signature fabric softener sheets give you double the number of sheets, and priced well , regular price.
The snow brush is excellent! Bought one at 9.97 over a year ago and it works well and looks like new.
Thank you ilona, I’m glad you enjoy the blog and hopefully save time and money with the sales! I agree, the Kirkland brand is usually a win and I think I may pick up one of those snow brushes… Way easier to reach everything with it and it does seem to be well built.
Good work as usual! Thanks!
Thank you Tim and Wendy, though I realized when I got home from Costco I didn’t get the stamps this week! Sorry about that, but I’ll get ’em next week though. Thank you for reading and the support!
Thanks for the great post this week. I appreciate all your hard work.
Wonderful foodie pictures. I’m starving now. lol
I’m always hungry for tacos! Good thing dinner is cooking, cause I’m hungry now too!
Thank you so much for doing this weekly. I look forward to this. It certainly is alot of work but greatly appreciated.
Enjoy your week… Can’t wait for next time!!
Thank you Debbie, I appreciate that and I love doing this each week… I look forward to it! I will have a fantastic week at work, and I hope you have a great week as well, see you next Monday!
Hey there, gooood job! Amazing to see that made in Portugal king size flannel sheets are available at that price, especially when other “home” stores are selling flannel sheets from Pakistan for more than double that price. Portugal manufactures the best flannel in the world. The fleece sheets are amazing too…. they are much better quality than those sold elsewhere. I love mine and look forward to putting them on my bed in the late fall every year. It’s like sleeping in a velvet glove! The only thing you can’t do is wear fleece pj’s or you can’t roll over in bed…. it grabs like velcro lol.
Hey Jan, I agree… Those flannel sheets have been amazing all fall and winter, they’re so comfortable it’s difficult to get out of bed some mornings!!! As for the fleece pj’s thing, I could see that being a problem but the simple fix is no pj’s!
Hi…I’m so glad I found your site!!! My husband is a new Costco believer but still refuses to wander the store looking for good deals. He used to think that since there are only 3 of us, it’s not worth the membership fee. With all the sale items I found from your site, we can go in and out in no time! Thank you so much for your hard work. Till next week ?
Hi Ruby! Thank you for finding and reading the blog! I was apprehensive when I first considered joining Costco as well (as it’s just me and my partner and 2 cats!) But to be honest the savings on the staples of the household (toilet paper, paper towel, dish soap, hand soap, shampoo/conditioner, laundry detergent, kitty little, cat food, vitamins, deodorant, propane for the BBQ, cheese (yes it’s a staple!), coffee, I could go on… It always seems expensive off the hop but provided you can store the bulk you do save quite a bit. And yes, This blog is here to help save time and money for everyone! So I’m glad again that you found me, and hope to see you here again next week!
May I add my 2 cents worth here, after having my membership for many years, I must say I would still shop there if it is was only me! I buy lots of stuff that has nothing to do with bulk buying…. socks, jeans, great t-shirts, bathing suits, coats, kids clothes, luggage, bedding, books etc etc. Anyone who thinks otherwise doesn’t shop competitively lol!
You rock! I live 3 hours away from my Costco so you help me plan my execution. It’s my favourite email of the week.
Thank you Keith, I’m glad I can help save you time and money but also gladit’s your favorite email of the week! I love it!!! Thank you!
I look forward to this every week. Thank you.
Thank you very much F Blake! I look forward to doing this each week, so I’m glad you enjoy it and hopefully save some time and money as well! Hope to hear from you next week as well!
Thanks for this info and all that you do. I realized today that costco east is the markham location based on some of the discontinued item you posted. Was able to purchase the bactrack breathalyzer at that ridiculous price!!
Hey there JBeech, actually (not to disappoint!) I took these photos in the Kingston, ON. location… I’m glad that you read and enjoy the blog though!
I look forward to your post every week. It really helps and thank you so much!
Hey there Sue, that’s great! I’m glad this blog is a part of your week and look forward to hearing from you again, Thank you for the support and for reading.
Coming from PEI where we do not have a Costco, this site is so very helpful when a friend says “hey, I’m going over to Costco, do you need anything”. Thanks for all your work doing this. It’s so much appreciated!!!
Hi Debra, I’m glad this blog is helping you out and hopefully you get a kick out of the kitties as well! It’s really my pleasure and I’m glad you enjoy!