7 Costco Sale Items You Don’t Want to Miss, According to Our Editors

It isn’t even Halloween yet, but the smartest shoppers are already anticipating Thanksgiving and the December holidays—at least, that’s what Costco is betting on with its latest coupon book. The rundown of deals at the popular wholesale shopping club features bargains that members can score from October 23 to November 17.

Get your membership card ready and head to your closest Costco to pick up these deals while you can. From appetizers that will make entertaining extra simple to the dishwasher pods that will do the cleaning afterward, the options are enticing—and pretty hard to choose from. That’s why we gave our editors a copy of the sales ad and let them run wild. Here’s what they’ll be shopping for.

Swanson Less-Sodium Chicken Broth

$2.70 off each 12-pack of 14.7-ounce cans

Cooking warming soups, stews and braises this season? What about making gravy for a roasted bird? This healthier alternative to full-sodium broth is a spectacular pick for just such occasions, and it’s $2.70 off its usual price for a pack of 12 cans. “I love making soup in the cooler months, especially our Classic Chicken Soup, which calls for low-sodium chicken broth,” says Abigail Abesamis Demarest, news, trending and updates editor. “Chicken broth is a convenient pantry staple to have on hand for cooking comforting dishes like soups, stews and casseroles, and with this lower-sodium option you can better control how much added salt is in your food.”

Boursin Gourmet Cheese

$3 off each pack of three

Demarest and associate editorial director Carolyn Malcoun agree on this creamy selection. “I finally learned how to make an Instagram-worthy charcuterie board last year, and now I make them all the time, whether we're hosting friends for game night or I'm going to a book club meeting,” says Demarest. “As far as cheese choices go, Boursin is definitely one of my go-tos. It's creamy, super spreadable (even on delicate crackers) and has just the right amount of salt and tang.” The deal is $3 off regular price and you can buy as many as you like—there’s no limit. Best of all, the pack of three tangy, semisoft cheeses come in two flavors: garlic and fine herbs as well as shallot and chive. They’re not just for eating with crackers, either. As Malcoun notes, we love to use it in Creamy Boursin Pasta with Spinach, Mushrooms and Tomatoes. 

Cuisine Adventures Spanakopita

$5 off each box of 48

Don’t feel like folding and buttering your own phyllo dough when you already have a million and one things to do before your guests arrive? These Greek-style spinach-and-feta pies might be just the ticket. “I am so excited the spanakopita is on sale,” Malcoun shares. “I love having these in my freezer. Not only are they great for a quick lunch when I'm working from home but they're also a terrific appetizer when we have company coming for dinner or even brunch.” The 48-count freezer pack is $5 off regular price with no limit on how many you buy, so feel free to stock up for the whole holiday season. Feeling more ambitious? Here’s our recipe.

San Pellegrino Sparkling Water

$6 off each 15-count box of 25.3-ounce bottles

We all need lots of bubbles in our life, especially this time of year. “These could be a good thing to stock up on for the holidays—great for mixing cocktails and just having on hand for parties and get-togethers,” says Penelope Wall, our assistant general manager. The box contains 15 bottles, and at $6 off, we might just buy our limit of five per member. After all, you can never have enough sparkling water for holiday season toasts—especially if you opt for cocktails like our Grapefruit Aperol Spritz and Blackberry-Rosemary Vodka & Soda.

Cuisinart Immersion Blender

$10 off regular price

Wall is thinking ahead when she says that this blender “would be such a great gift for someone just starting out their new kitchen or apartment.” She’s had hers for more 15 years, and it’s been a trusty tool for whipping together smoothies, soups and sauces. Plus, the food processor attachment is great for smaller jobs like chopping nuts and herbs, and the blending cup even doubles as a spare measuring cup. You won’t even have to break the bank for this gadget. It’s only $29.99 after $10 off at Costco.com.

Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract

$15 off two 8-ounce bottles

If you’re planning on making lots of cookies as the weather cools, you’re in luck. Two 8-ounce bottles of this upscale item are on sale for $34.99, a savings of $15. “This vanilla is still pricey,” Wall admits. “But this deal still offers great savings for a premium vanilla just in time for baking season.” That subtle vanilla flavor is all-important during the winter baking season, so it could be time for a little splurge. Use it to make our simple Vegan Meringue Cookies or Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies. 

Cascade Complete ActionPacs Dishwasher Detergent

$4.80 off a pack of 93 pods

And after you’ve done all that cooking and baking? You won’t want to do your dishes by hand, that’s for sure. These pods are a 93-count so there’s no chance you’ll run out at an inopportune time this season. They also come in a resealable tub, so you can keep air and water from affecting their longevity. At $4.80 off, you’ll be saving far more than you would buying paper plates for those occasions with lots of guests.