"Wasn't 1990 like 10 years ago?" I literally laughed out loud, I think that all the time😂😂😂
@kenyonbissett35123 ай бұрын
I wish!
@southloupriverhomestead46963 ай бұрын
If only the offered all the wonderful organic healthy items that Costco has.
@hollypepen40123 ай бұрын
Yes to the fruit leathers! So good 👍 Favorite nut here is pecans 🙂
@Ididitonce3 ай бұрын
I checked prices at costo of what we buy at Sam's and everything is $2-$4 cheaper at Sam's unless it's on sale, then some stuff is up to $7 cheaper. Also, if you get Sam's charge card, you get 5% cash back at all gas stations, 3% cash back on purchases at Sam's Club, and 2-3% at all other stores.
@kellybarman44733 ай бұрын
I personally always preferred Sam’s Club myself!
@melissamoeller96083 ай бұрын
❤love the hauls! I’m wondering if it’s a good idea to get a gift card and shop at a big box to prep/stock up if you’re a household of one or two? Or just stick to the regular grocery stores?
@Peggy7313 ай бұрын
It’s just me and my cats. I shop at Sam’s for certain things like t.p., cat food, trash bags, paper towels, and some other routine things that I get monthly or quarterly. That, along with the cheap gas makes the membership worth it.
@dianasimplifies3 ай бұрын
@@Peggy731agree plus I shop their sales for anything I use all the time like detergent. Hubby likes All free and clear and it seems to go on sale quarterly.
@lauriekerze34613 ай бұрын
Sam's pumpkin pie, nope. Goat cheese, goats can keep it.
@Kathryn-o5f3 ай бұрын
This was a good thank you
@lindaburnside38323 ай бұрын
i do not care for the Member's Mark pancake mix. It's too sweet. I have never bought Krustees. If it is the same, I guess I wouldn't like it either. Pearl Milling Co is my preference.
@TixieDango3 ай бұрын
That Member's Mark Pancake Mix is the best I've tried, by far. Pro tip: add a cap full of white vinegar with the water and let the mixed batter sit for 10 minutes before frying. Increases the fluffiness to IHOP levels.
@carmenn56093 ай бұрын
Great idea! I like fluffy not dense waffles🤗
@magaperson34023 ай бұрын
I buy that all the time and use it in our waffle maker.
@ReneeDennis-x8h3 ай бұрын
Good to know!
@Peggy7313 ай бұрын
Waffles ARE superior to pancakes! I hear ya sister! And cashews are definitely my favorite. I’m old enough to remember when you used to walk in to Sears and smell cashews roasting. Oh man! Heavenly…😊
@Surly_Mermaid3 ай бұрын
I agree about waffles but sometimes I want pancakes
@debbiemurphy58043 ай бұрын
Born and raised in Hershey...on Choc Ave... We could smell the peanuts roasting at the Reese's factory, and then the chocolate smell from Hershey's on the other end of town. Love Sams!
@vjc45023 ай бұрын
Just used scan n go yesterday! Love it! My autistic daughter said"Mom, are we stealing?" I had to explain it to her. Glad she is aware
@AnneMarieCartier3 ай бұрын
Another disgusting American ....Scan and go! Of course you don't care if takes someone's job from that.
@andreaculver98933 ай бұрын
Amen to the scan and go 💯 absolutely. Not only that, but Costco will only take Visa. Why?
@lindanelson45263 ай бұрын
It used to be only AmEx. Had to have that card and it was the only place I used it. I'll stick with Sam's.
@andreaculver98933 ай бұрын
@@lindanelson4526 me to
@melaniehess82243 ай бұрын
Scan and go and free pickup is THE BEST!! I'm not a member of Costco. The place is always too busy and when I've been there, I've not found anything exciting like at Sam's club.
@lauranewman5643 ай бұрын
Costco ups my anxiety every time. Like way up. The people at Sam's love me anyway.
@src72103 ай бұрын
You never, I repeat you NEVER say no to the Reese’s 😮
@dragonlaydee23 ай бұрын
I have both memberships, I still prefer Costco, due to their variety.
@susanmcgee57753 ай бұрын
Love Costco for all of their organic and “cleaner” options, but love Sam’s scan n go.
@melhartig41023 ай бұрын
My opinion exactly!
@goodtroublemaker1433 ай бұрын
I like that Costco pays their people well
@angelaforcier3783 ай бұрын
Beans are so cheap and a good source of protein , nice for the budget and good for you , people need to learn to stretch a grocery dollar 😊
@RAM-eb2te3 ай бұрын
❤❤❤ We love Sam's club... and the scan-n-go!
@carolwhisenhunt75043 ай бұрын
Sams wins hands down in my opinion. Ty Christine.
@jaewhite47223 ай бұрын
Yeah my daughter gets the salted caramels and is able to just have one now n again. Me? No…. I can’t have em in the house. I’d be sick as a dog if I did because my shut off valve is broken and I’d eat and eat and eat… 🤷♀️
@Mamabarron3 ай бұрын
Long postpartum recovery... The pickup and free shipping was hands down a winner. I canceled my Costco membership because I could barely get out of the house much less handle all that lifting and pushing. I miss some things but i haven't looked back
@Leslie-wb8cb3 ай бұрын
I was going to mention the free shipping/delivery with a plus membership. It is GREAT!
@karmend.20313 ай бұрын
For people with food allergies/sensitivities Costco is highly superior. For the average American diet, Sam’s club wins but not everyone can eat like that :/ I’m very thankful for both options!😊
@teresamelville3 ай бұрын
Agreed. I was so frustrated with the lack of Options for my son with allergies almost 10 years ago that I haven’t been back.
@RockLovingGirl3 ай бұрын
For my son's food allergy , Sam's Club is friendlier but overall I do like the cleaner options at Costco.
@stephsstuff2703 ай бұрын
I've got to drive about an hour to Costco but I have a membership to both. I've found on items that they both have, Sam's is noticeably cheaper, but Costo has more food options. I'm glad Sam's is closer for me!
@RTCPhotoWork3 ай бұрын
If you buy tortillas and don't like them, use them for enchiladas or some kind of casserole. You can also tear them up for tortilla soup or bake/fry them to make chips out of them. They don't have to go to waste just because you tried something new on sale.
@lethiapage47673 ай бұрын
Migas! Hand tear some tortillas in a skillet with butter, brown them a bit. Add eggs, scramble ev together. Add cheese and veg if you want. Hearty breakfast.
@mcastillo16083 ай бұрын
@@lethiapage4767I love Migas, but chilaquiles are my favorite!!
@psymompa3 ай бұрын
Migad are a great way to make eggs stretch. 😊@@lethiapage4767
@wallashakalla3 ай бұрын
I separate them into smaller packages and freeze them.
@ReneeDennis-x8h3 ай бұрын
@@lethiapage4767I’ve been making those for years & had no idea that’s what they were called! Thx 😊
@johnevans60533 ай бұрын
You are a bad influence on me. I am trying to stay away from the heavily processed pre-packaged foods. lol
@annettetaylor89923 ай бұрын
I always have loved Sam’s club more than Costco
@rzrbackgal13 ай бұрын
Me too!
@angies50823 ай бұрын
Me too
@melaniehess82243 ай бұрын
Same!!
@kellystone94213 ай бұрын
Sams is cheaper than Costco…Costco has more cool stuff, but in this economy I’m all about saving money! Love your channel!
@joannaazar73963 ай бұрын
I love Costco ❤
@cherylbond15563 ай бұрын
No music at Costco.......I LIKE THAT A LOT. 😢 No Sam's where I live! I worked for Costco for years.....my favorite job EVER! Retired now! 😊
@washkoskat3 ай бұрын
I assume you live in the Seattle area??? I loved Sam's clubs until they left the area very quickly several years ago
@mamidegena3 ай бұрын
Matter of preference. I like Costco because of all the organic products
@dragonlady89613 ай бұрын
I butterfly chicken breast and fill it with goat cheese and basil. Season it the way you want (I tend to go a little towards the garlic and Italian seasoning) then bake it. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED.
@tanjacavlovic80533 ай бұрын
Such a fun video, love your content, I wish you would live in my country. 🤗Goat cheese is also great on tomato, cucumber, onion and pepper salad. One of the classics in Balkan/Greece.
@JanetMosby-v5u3 ай бұрын
My daughter has me on her Costco membership and I have her on my Sams Club. I love, love the shop and go app. My grandson enjoys a slice of pizza (I use my phone to order at Café, as well. No waiting in line with a 4 year old), while I scan my items. The Sams Club shopping app is so much better than Costco for comparing prices, as well. As far as the yummy, but maybe not so good for you items? I not only fight the devil on my shoulder, but the little devil shopping with me, lol.
@angelaforcier3783 ай бұрын
We have the same thing , my son and daughter in law carry me on their Costco , we carry them on our sams , so we only pay 1 membership per year 😊
@caroli10913 ай бұрын
I have a membership to both. My Costco is much closer so I get the great deals on everyday things and the gas prices! My Sam's is where I go once a month to snag my pantry deals! I only go to Costco, Sam's & Aldi's & that works for me!
@viviannaallen73163 ай бұрын
Sam's over Costco EVERYTIME😊 Meat is BETTER, Snacks Better! Everything ALL around!! Plus how you through in the "THE WADS" LOVE IT❤❤
@christilightsey6403 ай бұрын
My favorite nut is Brazil nuts! Second favorite is pecans. I'm from Alabama and you just can't beat fresh pecans!!
@rachelletalley40713 ай бұрын
Ok, so, the pinto beans.... I have struck out with both dried black and pinto beans. I could never get either of them to get soft enough to be edible. What is the secret?????
@karenfragale72683 ай бұрын
Hate that our Sam’s has about 6 workers just waiting to pounce on you to upgrade your membership on the way out. Hate it.
@FrugalFitMom3 ай бұрын
WOW, that has never happened to me!
@Peggymcontino3 ай бұрын
That’s what Costco’s does to me all the time!
@lindagrimmett65643 ай бұрын
I always buy plain oats! So many ways to use other than breakfast! Cookies, energy balls, homemade granola just to name a few.
@MrsPink643 ай бұрын
I love pecans and walnuts.
@tbryan54373 ай бұрын
Too much unhealthy processed junk.
@odangreally61652 ай бұрын
Gurl...I love you. You are soooo funny and entertaining but.... If you are so into fitness why are you not buying organic non GMO better choices. Please check your labels the majority of what you pointed out are "bioengineered"! Pass on man made food. Garbage in garbage out. God bless.
@crybebebunny2 ай бұрын
No Sam's club in my area with gasoline station. All COSTCO in my area have a a gasoline station ❣️ I cook hard boil eggs 🥚🥚🥚 all summer long to keep quick protein available for my family. 🥚🥚
@jocelynnoah30383 ай бұрын
I don’t know why more people don’t use scan and go for the cafe. The line can be ridiculous and I feel like I’m cheating by using it.
@mjl67493 ай бұрын
Anyone notice that many products are being replaced in Sam's by Member's Mark brand items? Seems they're doing away with the known name brands and not just bringing theirs in as competition. And the prices go up and not down when they make the switch. I first noticed it in the spice isle - everything used to be Tone's brand. Makes me leery as to _why_.
@amberoleary54663 ай бұрын
I feel like a curmudgeon, but there was ONE new product mentioned, and almost all products mentioned were normal price. Where are the "all new amazing deals"?? I watch all your videos, and was excited to hear about Sam's Club stuff! 🤔
@57msdeb3 ай бұрын
I gave up on the bakery items at the Sam’s nearest my house. Slice a carrot cake and it’s so dry it falls apart in crumbs before you can get it on the plate. I bought a big apple pie to take to a luncheon and when we cut it, all of the pie filling had condensed down to a thin layer of goo with a few apple slices glued to the bottom crust. Just awful. I do like Sam’s for other things though so I still go. I just skip the bakery.
@mahlemade3 ай бұрын
Aldi has cheaper cashews!! My favorite also..
@phylliselliott94503 ай бұрын
Field trip, field trip 😂
@Halfwaythere8073 ай бұрын
Bought the Bang Bang spice and it is phenomenal!! Mixed it as the package instructions and huge hit use it for dipping and dressing! The scan and go by far is the very best thing ever and makes shopping a breeze! The frozen Members Mark salmon is my regular purchase, I usually hate frozen salmon but when thawed and cooked (usually in air fryer) is fantastic! I didn’t renew my Costco membership because I love Sam’s better. Awesome video Christine😊
@fwoggybaby3 ай бұрын
Being a small household (Just me and my dog) I prefer Sam's over Costco. I like the smaller options on some of their items, especially the dairy section. There is no way I can go through 2 gallons of milk before they go bad. Yes, I know you can freeze milk but I personally don't like it after it has been frozen. Also can I just say the SPICE selection is far better than at Costco.
@richardrybicki7493 ай бұрын
DO YOU KNOW I know the farmer who's whole crop goes to Sams.Yay Pinto Beans.
@dianasimplifies3 ай бұрын
@@richardrybicki749wow so he's just a local farmer to you? That's cool.
@cstclair283 ай бұрын
Love that Kimberly wisk😂
@carolswinconos14553 ай бұрын
I was just talking to my hubby today about liking Sam's over Costco for the Scan and Go! We have the Sam's Plus Membership which pays for itself with earning $ back, free Online Pick-up ($4 savings), and free shipping. Even with Sam's changing to a minimum of $50 to get free shipping ,still a great deal. Oh and going in early 8a-10a M-F to beat the crowd.
@kendradamm14283 ай бұрын
I ❤ Sam’s Club!! I love the $4.99 rotisserie chickens and use them when I don’t feel like cooking. Scan and Go ROCKS!!
@susanrehak3983 ай бұрын
Be careful on the scan and go because my dil and son have said they got charged higher prices than what was listed on the shelf.
@sandyseibelhager71313 ай бұрын
For me it’s the products, prices and location. They don’t seem to want to put a Costco near me
@vickithress3 ай бұрын
I grew up with pinto beans and cornbread 5 days a week. My kids did not inherit my love for therm.
@reyjay19653 ай бұрын
Unfortunately I can't buy Huel in Canada even though it's apparently made here and shipped to the US. I don't live near a Costco and I don't think Sam's club is in Canada either but I love watching your videos. I had a stroke in Feb at home and another in hospital and now I am dealing with hyperthyroid issues and am trying to find a really good protein powder for breakfast smoothies for weight loss. I have trouble focusing and concentrating now so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
@fee49003 ай бұрын
No way, Costco is the bomb.
@jeniisabellarodriguez81503 ай бұрын
I like both - and I love that they have different things on sale at the same time ! Sams has awesome clearance itsms like the 2 pack of honey that I picked up last week for $2.41 each and the cookie mix the week before for $3 each!
@suziebuckingham90533 ай бұрын
Scan and go is the best. And you missed the best part. You don’t have to unload your cart and load it onto the belt. One less time handling each item
@FrugalFitMom3 ай бұрын
Good point!
@stacyrussell4603 ай бұрын
I have to go with Sam's Club. Nothing against Costco. Sam's Club is closest to me & membership is around five dollars less per year.
@CarFreeKC3 ай бұрын
I bought the Aldi blue corn tortilla chips and I think I'm in love forever. Also, they were $1.89/bag. Yes please!
@jwschopf31573 ай бұрын
Do you know how excited I am for a good plant based protein?!? I am allergic to whey protein and this is a GAME CHANGER!!
@alexanderschwarm77553 ай бұрын
This is my favorite channel for real conventions what's really going on at Sam's club
@lesleywilliams3233 ай бұрын
Sam’s has signs for each aisle….. Costco… not even the staff know where stuff is… so annoying, unless y.ou just eantbsteps lol
@lauranewman5643 ай бұрын
Sams small croissants are the best thing ever. I've made my own and for 6 bucks for 20 of them, I'll not bother to spend the day making croissants again. Buttery goodness for less than 100 calories? Definitely a win. And Sam's gas is always the cheapest.
@rhondaadams24683 ай бұрын
HEY TV STAR CHRISTINE caught you on NBC news i was like what?? that's Frugel Fit Mom Christine. Great job!! I luv Sam's, cashews with pistachios close 2nd. So did you get the blueberry coconut rolls???
@kelliconlan81333 ай бұрын
1990...Definitely was like 10 years ago. I can do "mid-life math" also. (It's like "girl-math but for those over 40 years old!! )
@Lidiasfamilylife3 ай бұрын
It’s Saturday morning I’m in my living room watching the today show. Guess who’s in it hiking yup you. I’m like you guys I know her I’ve watched her KZbin channel for years. Great job on all your accomplishments.❤️
@tinaraymond3973 ай бұрын
Twitches can be caused by low magnesium
@tiatowery64093 ай бұрын
Cashews are my fav! Will you be doing an Aldi again? Love Aldi.Also I’ll try Sams club next because BJ’s is too high!
@JasminaaaSingh3 ай бұрын
Its been a year I switched over to Sam’s. At first I resent it due to quality but the perks of Scan and go sold me at Sams.
@kimberlyyoung65173 ай бұрын
You don't need to lose weight!!! 😯. You're tiny already
@stronico12 ай бұрын
Love your style! You are hilarious!!!! And video is good too!!!!!
@tanishahogan93963 ай бұрын
I do love Costco but Sam’s Scan and Go definitely makes me stop by there a bit more than Costco. Also, our Sam’s Club’s gas station set up is better than the stacked gas station setup that our Costco has (and you can scan and pay with the Sam’s app).
@susangetz92023 ай бұрын
Like the rotisserie chicken at Costco over Sam's Club. 😊
@kozmicblu3 ай бұрын
Sam's chicken all the way. The last two times i bought the chicken at Costco the meat was pink near the bones, no thank you. I also think they changed the seasoning as it did't taste the same at all.
@mamapajama59303 ай бұрын
You need to try the tortilla land uncooked tortillas at Sam’s - THEY BLOW ANY PREMADE TORTILLA AWAY.
@debrapalmer52703 ай бұрын
I agree with you, scan and go alone beat Costco’s and I like what Sam’s has better. The only thing they need is a fresh deli counter in mine.
@amyquillen25063 ай бұрын
The blueberry coconut rollers are addictive! I finished the whole bag by myself in like 3 days
@Barnyard_Dreams3 ай бұрын
Sam’s family here. Only place to buy trash bags. We are still on the cheapest rice available. My favorite buy at Sam’s is the Southwest Salad for less than $3.
@JJ-zc7yu3 ай бұрын
Sams vs costco love it! I have a few products that are only sold at one of them so I did get a membership for both. But lately Sams has been the better bet for cheaper.
@karlamoorehouse86793 ай бұрын
I love the Scan & Go!!
@debbieyarsevich94863 ай бұрын
I called Sam’s club today, my favorite coffee is discontinued….NO, say it isn’t so! Rats!!!
@themrs.94223 ай бұрын
I did the same thing…bought the hefty trash bags over the member’s mark bc they were a little cheaper this time around. NEVER AGAIN! The Hefty bags aren’t nearly as strong as the MM ones. I was shocked! As soon as these are gone I’m back to the purple box!
@lindseyrtews32783 ай бұрын
Sam's club is so much better than Costco! Better prices, better value overall. Scan and Go ftw!
@dragonlaydee23 ай бұрын
If you don’t like something that you bought at Sam’s you can return it! Their return policy is like Costco!
@markmelissafields6673 ай бұрын
The chocolate covered candies are the devil! This weekend they were giving out samples of the Cookie Clusters---think pecan cluster/Turtles---but with Cookie pieces! They were so good---which is why I didn't buy any because I would have eaten them all.
@magicmonette3 ай бұрын
You redeemed yourself! I was thinking WOMAN YOU ARE NUTSO! When you did the last Costco video!!! Sams is for us cheap 🐥. Costco for the boogie genZs and milles. Oh and YES TO THE SCAN AND GO! 🎤 💥
@WI_Woman3 ай бұрын
Sam's is easily my preference over Costco. Those English style cucumbers are only $0.98 each at my Walmart (regular price.) I also love cashews and it's your fault I'm now addicted to the toasted coconut ones from Walmart! They need to put those in a larger container to sell at Sam's!! 😂
@pancakespandemonium3 ай бұрын
One of my favorite things about keeping pancake mix on hand is it’s easy for my husband and kids to whip up pancakes!
@yourshyness323 ай бұрын
Yes, scan and go it the move! Luv it!
@JaneThorson-dm3ev2 ай бұрын
The rotisery chicken is best sams club.
@AnneMarieCartier3 ай бұрын
What a sad sad world we live in if you think that this is what brings you joy! A store full of supposed food loaded with preservatives, additives, coloring, sugars, nothing that would constitute a food. Disgusting!
@mindyhein91863 ай бұрын
I saw you (Christine) on the national news the other night in a story about taking vacations!
@AngelaSmith20303 ай бұрын
The next time I run out of trash bags, (in the next few months) I actually plan to get a box of trash can liners from the costco business center. See how that goes. 1000 bags for like 20 dollars.
@Sarah.E.Johnson3 ай бұрын
Our Sam’s Club (OH) usually beats local gas prices by 35 cents per gallon on a good day so it’s nice for fill ups in between using our earned monthly Kroger fuel rewards. I agree on commercial bakeries not being very tasty but Sam’s is the best I’ve tried! Their tuxedo cake?!?! Amazing. My favorite nut is a cashew too but my favorite nut purchase at Sam’s is the Hunter Mix. I love the sesame sticks in there and it cures the salty cravings. 🤗
@PeggyParrish-sg1eu3 ай бұрын
Those chocolate covered raisins are dangerous!!! They're always so good and fresh!!! I agree Christine!! Sams is by far superior than Costco!!!!
@amy22843 ай бұрын
Dang wish we had it on the big island. Still love to hear the prices - keeps me looking for deals in my area.
@yvonneh.36183 ай бұрын
My mom has a Costco membership and I have a Sam's, so I get to go to both. I prefer Sam's. Those HONEY ROASTED nuts are from Costco, I have bought them several times.