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A 65-year-old fitness trainer champions a maintenance-first approach to eating, relying on simple Costco staples—Greek yogurt, smoked salmon, shrimp, organic chicken, grass-fed beef sticks, frozen berries, riced cauliflower/broccoli, avocados, nuts, olive oil, and sauerkraut—to fuel workouts and daily life through prep and avoidance of fads.
Costco is opening its first standalone gas station in Mission Viejo, California—a 17,000+ square foot, 40-pump, members-only fuel location slated to open this June, marking the retailer's largest and only fuel-only site for now; the company also plans a standalone gas station in Hawai‘i next year.
Costco’s April 2026 roundup showcases a mix of online-exclusive and warehouse items, including high-end kitchen gear (Cutco 3-piece Barbecue Master Set for online $389.99 until April 12; Omega Effortless Batch Juicer $399.99; Our Place Induction Plate and Perfect Pot $149.99; Zwilling Enfinigy 2-slice Long Toaster $149.99), bulk groceries (Kirkland Signature Organic French Roast K-Cup Pods 120-pack for $44.99; Silver Fern Farms Halal 100% Grass-Fed New Zealand Lean Ground Beef eight 1-lb packs for $114.99), snacks and tableware (Takis Blue Heat 40-count $69.99; Prepworks Heads-Up Cooking Tong Set $29.99; Safdie Alma Dinnerware Set $54.99; Sahale Glazed Cashews Mix in Pomegranate Vanilla $21.99). The article notes some items are online-only exclusives and that availability can vary by location.
Costco’s Ron Vachris, a 40-year veteran who rose from forklift operator to CEO, went viral after enthusiastically biting into a $1.50 hot dog combo, quipping that it’s “$1.50 well spent” and praising its “amazing quality, amazing value.” The clip is part of a broader “CEO bite” trend sparked when McDonald’s boss posted a bold bite; other chains’ leaders (Burger King, Wendy’s, Jack in the Box) joined in with larger, playful bites, turning a simple food moment into a marketing splash and a potential branding moment for Costco and its leadership.
Costco has issued a recall for Item No. 30782 Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze sold March 2–13, 2026, at stores in multiple states (including Illinois and Wisconsin) due to possible Salmonella from an ingredient supplier; customers should not consume the product and return it to Costco for a full refund, with no illnesses reported so far.
The Hawaii Department of Health warned the public about a recall of Costco’s Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze (Item #30783) due to a potential Salmonella contamination from an ingredient supplied by Griffith Foods. The product, sold chilled in a black-and-clear container and distributed to Hawaii Costco stores, has sell-by dates from 03/05/2026 to 03/16/2026. Do not eat the recalled item and return it to Costco for a full refund; no illnesses have been reported yet, but Salmonella can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, fever, and more serious complications in vulnerable groups. If symptoms occur after consumption, contact a healthcare provider.},
FSIS issued a public health alert for Costco frozen ready-to-eat pastries after two consumer complaints that LA BOULANGERIE TURKEY PESTO & SWISS CHEESE POCKETS may contain ham and cheese instead of turkey pesto & Swiss, posing an allergy risk. The 25.4-ounce boxes (eight pastries) carry lot 04926 and best-by 02/18/27 and were distributed to Midwest Costco stores; customers who bought them should return for refunds.
Costco said it will pass along any tariff refunds it receives to members after Trump-era tariffs were ruled unconstitutional, having already lowered prices where tariffs fell and pursuing refunds of IEEPA-based duties via a federal lawsuit; the company plans to rebalance value for members with refunds reflected through future lower prices once refunds are obtained.
Best Life highlights 11 new Costco pet finds this week, spanning beds and sofas to travel gear, a water fountain, steps/ramp, a cat tree, smart collar, auto feeder, and a chew-treat gift box—showcasing quality, ease of cleaning, and practical benefits for pet owners across items like the K&H Dream Pod Bed, La-Z-Boy Newton Sofa, Petnology car bed, Nellie’s bath bundle, PetSafe water fountain, CozyUp steps, Catit Vesper cat tree, Fi smart collar, Tempur-Pedic pet mattress, Petlibro feeder, and Nylabone Nubz box.
An Illinois Costco member is suing the retailer to obtain a share of any refunds Costco may receive from its challenge to Trump-era tariffs, arguing this would prevent a “double recovery” by the government and customers. Costco has pledged to pass refunds to members via lower prices, but the plaintiff says such benefits are indeterminate and not restitution, noting shoppers bore higher prices and courts have begun addressing refunds.
A proposed Illinois class-action alleges Costco unjustly profited from tariffs by raising prices and seeks refunds for shoppers from potential tariff reimbursements owed after the Supreme Court voided Trump-era tariffs. The case reflects the broader, uncertain process to distribute roughly $166 billion in tariff refunds, with the government saying refunds will take time and many importers could be eligible. Costco has not commented, while FedEx and others have pledged to return charged tariffs if refunds materialize.
Barclays researchers expect about $175 billion in tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to be refunded in the second quarter after the Supreme Court struck down many 2025 tariffs. Refunds are expected to be paid via shorter‑term Treasury bills, with U.S. Customs aiming for a streamlined process within roughly 45 days from March 6. While temporary replacement tariffs of 10% rising to 15% are on the way, the anticipated effective tariff rate could be about 9.1%, according to JPMorgan Asset Management, and companies such as Costco, FedEx and Nintendo are among those pursuing refunds.
The Motley Fool highlights MercadoLibre, Lululemon, and Costco as durable, long-term holdings with room to grow over the next 20 years, backed by Latin American fintech expansion, ongoing international brand expansion, and a value-driven membership model.
Costco highlights five space-saving home-office gadgets: the Acer 15.6-inch portable monitor (about $79.99 after a $10 discount) for a second screen, Belkin's 3-in-1 charging stand to charge phone, watch, and earbuds, HP Smart Tank Wireless Printer with refillable ink tanks, ApexDesk ZT Electric Desk Riser with a retractable lower surface and standing-desk capability for $249.99, and the iHome Portable Bluetooth Candle Speaker with ambient LED lighting and up to nine hours of battery life for $29.99, all rated highly by Costco shoppers for boosting productivity and saving desk space.
Costco is evaluating a potential tariff refund windfall and could pass savings to shoppers if approved, after the Supreme Court struck down the tariffs. The retailer posted second-quarter revenue of $69.6 billion and profit of $2.04 billion, with four new warehouses opened in the quarter and 28 more planned for the year.