Memorial Day weekend is almost here! It's a time to honor fallen heroes, relax with loved ones, and maybe even fire up the grill for a cookout. But with rising food costs, who wants to break the bank on a celebration? Worry not, my friends there are ways to save big at your favorite warehouse clubs and grocery stores this weekend. Here's a breakdown of the best deals to help you stretch your budget at Costco, Walmart, and Sam's Club:
Costco:
Condiment King: Score a picnic-perfect pack of two bottles of Heinz ketchup, one bottle of sweet relish, and one bottle of mustard for just $10.99. Stock up and avoid last-minute dashes to the store!
Bulk Burger Bliss: Planning a burger bash? Grab a 12-pack of 85/15 Pederson Natural Farms Grass-Fed Organic Ground Beef (one-pound packages) for $129.99. This works out to about $10.83 per pound, a significant saving compared to buying directly from the farm. This one's for online shoppers only.
Mini Soda Savings: Keep your guests cool with a 30-count pack of 7.5-ounce Pepsi Mini Cans for $16.49. These adorable mini-sized sodas are perfect for a crowd and prevent drink waste at just $0.55 per can.
Paper Plate Paradise: Costco is offering a massive 186-count pack of Dixie Ultra Paper Plates for $19.99 (with a member discount until June 9). That's just $0.11 per plate - a steal compared to other retailers.
Bundle Up and Save: Feeling overwhelmed with shopping for a cookout? Walmart offers a convenient "Summer Cookout Bundle" designed to feed eight people for around $50. This includes essentials like hot dogs, buns, potato salad, and drinks. Just add it to your cart and choose pick-up or delivery.
Grill, Chill, Enjoy: For a more comprehensive cookout shopping list, explore Walmart's "Grill, Chill, Enjoy" collection. Starting at $90, this bundle includes food, grilling essentials, plates, utensils, a cooler, and even a beverage dispenser - and the good news is that you can customize this list to fit your needs and existing supplies.
Heinz Deal Stealer: Just like Costco, Sam's Club is also slinging the ultra-handy Heinz four-pack - but theirs beats the Costco price at just $8.86 (with a member discount until July 8).
Hot Dog Heaven: Grill up a classic meal with a 24-pack of Ball Park Beef Hot Dogs for just $8.28 (with a member discount until June 2). This works out to be just $0.35 per hot dog, making it a super budget-friendly option.
Side Dish Savior: Short on time? Sam's Club offers deliciously prepared food options like the Member's Mark Mediterranean Kale Pasta Salad at $4.98 per pound - a perfect way to save time and still offer a tasty side dish for your own bar-b-que or as an addition to someone else's.
Popsicle Paradise: Beat the heat with a 24-count variety pack of Nestle Outshine Fruit Bars for $11.36. With flavors like strawberry, pineapple, grape, and tangerine, this is a crowd-pleaser at just $0.46 per pop.
Deep Dish Plate Deal: Stock up on plates for your gathering with a 115-count pack of Dixie Ultra Extra Deep Dish Paper Plates for $12.53 (with a member discount until June 2). This works out to be just $0.11 per plate - a significant saving compared to other retailers.
With these deals in mind, you can plan a fantastic and affordable Memorial Day cookout without breaking the bank! Remember to check the flyers and online ads of your local stores for additional deals and coupons. Happy shopping and happy grilling!