The first Price Club warehouse sold exclusively to small businesses, but quickly realized it would earn more selling bulk items to everyday consumers with a membership. It was named after founder Sol Price while also referencing the chain's low prices. Price Club was the first of its kind, but it was quickly followed up when Jim Sinegal and Jeff Brotman opened the first Costco location in 1983.
Whether you're hosting a barbecue, dinner party, or cocktail soiree, Costco can be a great one-stop shop for all your entertaining needs. It's got liquor and wine aplenty, massive bags of chips, and even fancy-looking disposable silverware. But among all of Costco's event hosting essentials, its beloved pre-made party platters should be at the very top of your list - especially if you prefer to plan ahead.
One item on the list is the Kirkland Signature Caesar salad kit, which you can pack in a cooler to bring to the beach. Additionally, be sure to check out our list of the 12 best Costco prepared foods to buy and the 11 to avoid to help you make your decision on what food to buy and pack for your beach day.
Costco sells more organic produce than Whole Foods, with a USDA-certified organic fruits and vegetables program that includes an extensive range of seasonal items and curated boxes.
The assortment of meats in the Fratelli Beretta antipasto platter will help you fill up a large portion of your board without having to purchase multiple packages of meat. This assortment includes four different classic meats: calabrese, pepper-coated dry salami, Italian dry salami, and prosciutto.
According to plans filed with the NYC Department of Buildings in June, the store is installing new gasoline supply lines and expanding the existing canopy and fire suppression system that shelters the pumps.