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11 Must-Grab Costco November Bargains Worth Stocking Your Kitchen With

A well-timed Costco run can make holiday prep easier.

Updated Nov. 9, 2026
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November means more cooking, more baking, and more trips through the kitchen for broth, oil, and anything that makes holiday meals easier. Costco's shelves are stacked with staples worth grabbing twice this month, from a rice bag that lasts for ages to a discounted countertop appliance that handles dough, smoothies, and sauces.

There's also a honey jar shoppers have bought for 20 years running and a chicken broth deal with real savings attached. A few of these run cheaper inside the warehouse than online, so compare before ordering. Check out these great Costco hacks to stretch that membership even further.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Kirkland Signature Pure Sea Salt

Courtesy of Costco pure sea salt

Price: $3.99

A 30-ounce container with 567 servings inside means one seasoning run outlasts several holiday meals. At well under a penny per serving, it's hard to find a cheaper way to season beef, chicken, fish, or a big pot of soup simmering on the stove all November.

Hollandatc said, "It is a fine grain not flakes. The granules were light and fluffy and stayed that way till the end." A few reviewers have complained about the current shaker lid pouring too fast or too slow, so decanting into a shaker you already like is an easy fix.

Winco Cutting Board

Courtesy of Costco cutting board

Price: $7.49

Thanksgiving prep means chopping a lot of vegetables at once, and this 12-by-18-inch board gives enough room to spread everything into tidy little piles. Emily said, "This is a big cutting board, which I really needed. I can chop multiple items and leave them in small piles on the same board."

It's dishwasher safe and NSF certified, which matters when turkey juices are involved. Lurlene called it "Sturdy, good size, easy to clean and use," though a few buyers wished for a cut-out handhold to make carrying it easier. It only ships via 2-Day Delivery, so it won't be sitting in the warehouse aisle.

Swanson Less Sodium Chicken Broth

Courtesy of Costco less sodium chicken broth

Price: $9.99 (on sale from $12.49)

Six 32-ounce cartons of broth mean stuffing, gravy, soup, and mashed potatoes are all covered without a second grocery run. The current discount takes $2.50 off the regular $12.49 price, savings that matter when broth gets used by the gallon during the holidays.

It carries 33% less sodium than regular Swanson broth, which helps when a recipe already calls for salted butter and seasoned stuffing mix. Lulu said simply, "I bought this product for my holiday cooking," which sums up exactly when this deal is worth grabbing.

Kirkland Signature Organic Diced Tomatoes

Courtesy of Costco organic diced tomatoes

Price: $9.99

Eight cans of organic diced tomatoes at $1.25 a can make chili, pasta sauce, and soup season a lot cheaper. Melanie has bought them for years and said, "I have been buying these for a long time and love the taste."

A few reviewers did report cans arriving dented or releasing pressure upon opening, and some found the chop larger than a fine dice. Laura noted, "While the tomatoes themselves were delicious, I am concerned about the safety of this product," so look the cans over closely before stocking the pantry shelf.

Kirkland Signature Organic Chicken Stock

Courtesy of Costco organic chicken stock

Price: $11.99

Six resealable cartons of organic stock make this a one-stop buy for rice, beans, and the gravy base simmering on the stove all season. Fyryred said, "This Kirkland stock is the base for my pinto beans, black beans, Greek Seasoned Brown rice and many other dishes."

Some longtime buyers have noticed vegetable stock newly listed among the ingredients and say the flavor has shifted, and a few cartons have arrived damaged in shipping. Grabbing it in the warehouse instead of by delivery sidesteps that packaging risk entirely.

Kirkland Signature Organic Pure Maple Syrup

Courtesy of Costco organic pure maple syrup

Price: $14.99

A 33.8-ounce bottle of organic maple syrup means pancake Sundays and holiday baking are covered well into the new year without a mid-season refill. It's one of those pantry bottles that quietly disappears from the shelf faster than expected once the weather turns cold.

At this size, it works out to pennies per tablespoon next to the small bottles at a typical grocery store. It's an easy one to toss in the cart alongside butter and flour on a baking-focused Costco run.

Kirkland Signature Wild Flower Honey

Courtesy of Costco wild flower honey

Price: $14.99

Five pounds of honey sounds like a lot until it's drizzled into tea, oatmeal, and marinades all winter long. PuraVida has bought it for over two decades and said, "It's still the best value for real honey I've been able to find and the flavor is excellent."

Dry Eyes agreed it's "very economical to buy at this size/quantity." A handful of reviewers mentioned leaking lids from shipping and noted the honey comes from Argentina rather than the U.S., though the flavor itself keeps earning repeat buyers.

Kirkland Signature Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Courtesy of Costco organic extra virgin olive oil

Price: $20.99

A 2-liter bottle at $10.50 per liter online makes this one of the better buys for a cooking oil used in everything from roasted vegetables to homemade dressing. David D said, "To our palette, it seems like a high-quality olive oil, but we're no experts. That said, we'd absolutely buy again."

Barbs 1 said, "I love the oils. I cook with them, make my own dressings, even make tinctures and soak garlic and other great foods with them." A few reviewers have raised concerns about the oil no longer solidifying in the fridge the way it once did. In the warehouse, it runs $15.39.

Kirkland Signature Thai Hom Mali Jasmine Rice

Courtesy of Costco jasmine rice

Price: $27.99

A 25-pound bag works out to $1.12 per pound online, and buying it in the warehouse drops the total to $23.99. Either way, this is the kind of bulk buy that turns weeknight rice into a nonissue for months at a stretch.

It's naturally fragrant long-grain rice from Thailand, the kind that needs nothing more than a rice cooker and a little patience. With 218 servings per bag, it pairs easily with the chicken stock and broth also on this list for soups, stir-fries, and sides all season.

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Cuisinart 12-Piece Essential Tool and Gadget Set

Courtesy of Costco essential tool and gadget set

Price: $59.99

Twelve tools in one set, from a whisk to tongs to a pizza cutter, mean holiday cooking doesn't stall while you hunt for a gadget. Tabitha Cat said, "I love this set! All the tools are comfortable and easy to use, sturdy and well-built. I have mine on a magnetic strip, stuck to my refrigerator."

The nylon heads are rated heat resistant up to 420 degrees, though Lyn L reported that a spatula "had melted" after a single use. It ships online only, so it won't be a warehouse grab, but the set covers most everyday cooking needs in one purchase.

Ninja Deluxe Kitchen System With Auto-iQ

Courtesy of Costco ninja deluxe kitchen system

Price: $134.99 (on sale from $169.99)

Holiday baking means dough, smoothies, and sauces all competing for counter space, and this system with an 88-ounce pitcher and 9-cup processor handles all three. The current discount brings it down $35 from its regular $169.99 price, a real markdown for an appliance built to mix up to 2.5 pounds of dough at once.

It comes with 11 attachments and 7 Auto-iQ programs for chopping, blending, and dough-making. Some reviewers have reported parts like the bowl base or blade assembly breaking after light use, so handle the attachments gently and keep an eye on how the pieces click together.

Bottom line

Dolores Harvey/Adobe exterior view of costco wholesale store

Stocking the pantry, fridge, and freezer before the holidays get busy saves both time and money down the road. Buying bulk staples now means fewer grocery runs during the busiest cooking weeks of the year, and shelf-stable jars and bottles keep well long past the season.

It also pays to check in-warehouse prices before placing a delivery order, since several items cost less in person than online. A quick scan of reviews helps too, especially for anything shipped in glass. Pairing a smart stock-up trip with one of the best cash back credit cards stretches that grocery budget further.


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