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9 Can't-Skip New Costco Finds To Add To Your Cart In August 2026

staff@chowhound.com (Robert Bruce) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:25:00 +0000

August 2026 brings a variety of new food finds to Costco. Check out these nine must-buys that will have you ready for school lunchboxes, a barbecue, and more.

The Discontinued 2000s Campbell's Soups You Can Still Find At Dollar General For $1.25

staff@chowhound.com (Julia Mullaney) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:05:00 +0000

Campbell's discontinued these soups in the mid-2000s, but you can still get them for $1.25 at Dollar General if you know where and how to look.

10 Best Kitchen Finds With Deep Discounts At Williams Sonoma In August 2026

staff@chowhound.com (Macy Sandel) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:09:11 +0000

These Williams Sonoma kitchen finds are both visually appealing and functional. The best part? Each item has at least a 25% markdown.

Move Over Pumpkin Spice: This Is The Fall Trader Joe's Ice Cream I Wait All Year For

staff@chowhound.com (Sara Klimek) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:05:00 +0000

Pumpkin spice is fine, but there's one autumnal frozen treat from Trader Joe's that puts all other fall ice creams to shame with its coziness and creaminess.

The Japanese Appetizer At Costco Customers Can't Get Enough Of

staff@chowhound.com (Amy Andrews) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:05:00 +0000

Costco has plenty of gems available in the frozen food aisles, but this Japanese appetizer is a fan favorite and customers can't get enough.

Forget Mayo — This Trader Joe's Tomato Dip Doubles As The Best Sandwich Spread

staff@chowhound.com (Megan Shoop-Volz) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Looking for a novel way to give your sandwiches a tangy twist? This tomato dip from Trader Joe's is creamy, savory, and downright delightful.

Trader Joe's Phased Out These Popular Seafood Products To Protect Ocean Ecosystems

staff@chowhound.com (Tim Forster) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:05:00 +0000

Trader Joe's has removed several types of fish from its stores to protect the environment. Here's what to know about each one, and why they were pulled.

This Aldi Bread Has Become A Sandwich Staple In My House

staff@chowhound.com (Sara Klimek) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:25:00 +0000

Shoppers love Aldi for its deals and its wide selection of products. When it comes to bread for sandwiches, this is the loaf you should look for.

The New Trader Joe's Ice Cream I Consider A Freezer Must-Have

staff@chowhound.com (Sara Klimek) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:25:00 +0000

Trader Joe's is packed with ice cream, but there's a new flavor that you absolutely must try. It's not just one thing; it's all kinds.

Where Does Trader Joe's Milk Come From?

staff@chowhound.com (JC Gonzalez) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 19:05:00 +0000

Milk cartons from Trader Joe's bear the brand name of the retailer rather than its supplier, but there's a simple way to find which farm the milk came from.

Not Kraft: Shoppers Say This Brand Makes Trader Joe's Famous Boxed Mac And Cheese

staff@chowhound.com (Craig Mattson) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:55:00 +0000

That these two mac and cheeses taste similar may be more than coincidental, but private-label manufacturers rarely make the connection obvious.

7 Costco Desserts That Belong At Your Cookout, And 5 You Can Skip

staff@chowhound.com (Emily M Alexander) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Costco is a dessert wonderland, but when it comes to summer cookouts, not all of its treats fit the bill. Before adding any to your shopping list, read this.

Why Walmart's Cheap Sourdough Bread Beats Nature's Own And Panera

staff@chowhound.com (Jenna Rapsis) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 11:05:00 +0000

Walmart's sourdough certainly isn't the best one out there, but it does have qualities that are superior to Nature's Own and Panera.

Where Does Walmart's Lettuce Come From?

staff@chowhound.com (Amanda Berkey) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:05:00 +0000

Walmart sources its lettuce and other leafy greens from various suppliers across North America. Here's what you should know about where your lettuce is from.

This Aldi Flatbread Restored My Faith In Store-Bought Pizza

staff@chowhound.com (Sara Klimek) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 03:25:00 +0000

If you're looking for a delicious and affordable alternative to takeout pizza or even frozen pizza, snag this meaty, saucy flatbread from Aldi for $5.39.

Check Your Costco: Shopper Spots Popular Bourbon Brand's 'Lost Recipe' Whiskey

staff@chowhound.com (Amber Sutherland-Namako) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:25:34 +0000

Costco is known for carrying great bottles of hard-to-find booze, but this bourbon brand's "lost recipe" is a stunning nab (if your Costco carries it).

Review: Trader Joe's (Almost) Got Everything Right With Its New Mango Sticky Rice

staff@chowhound.com (Lauren Rouse) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:58:34 +0000

I enthusiastically headed to Trader Joe's the day its new mango sticky rice product was released. I was lucky enough to snag a couple boxes, which I then tried.

How Many Kirkland Signature Bourbons Are Available At Costco?

staff@chowhound.com (Ryan Zanoni) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Costco shoppers who love bourbon are in luck. The retailer's in-house brand, Kirkland Signature, produces many of its own fan-favorite bourbons.

The Grocery Store Rotisserie Chicken That Some Customers Claim Is 'Better Than Costco's'

staff@chowhound.com (Robert Bruce) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Costco is certainly known for its rotisserie chicken, but there's another grocery chain out there with a much better result. Here's where you can find it.

11 Must-Have Grocery Chain Desserts To Add To Your Cart In August 2026

staff@chowhound.com (Hilary Wheelan Remley) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:09:58 +0000

Odds are that your favorite grocery chain has some seasonal treats for the upcoming fall season. Here's where you can find the tastiest desserts this August.