I’ve worked at Costco for 19 years. Here are 9 of the best things I’m seeing on shelves right now.

A composite image of a Ninja Slushi machine in a box and boxes of Oxo coiled grill brushes. — As an employee of 19 years, I think the Ninja Slushi and Oxo coiled grill brush are two of the best things to get at Costco right now.
Veronica Thatcher

As a Costco employee of 19 years, I always look forward to browsing the aisles for new products.
This June, Costco is carrying lots of great summer-focused items.
The warehouse also has lots of tasty new food items like crispy beef tacos and a strawberry cake.

Summer is quickly approaching, which means Costco is stocking its aisles with barbecue essentials, delicious treats, and plenty of items to help elevate your outdoor gatherings.

As an employee of 19 years, I always look forward to scanning the shelves for fun new items. Here are nine of the best items I’m seeing this June.

The Oxo coiled grill brushes are great for summer barbecues.

Boxes of Oxo coiled grill brushes on display at Costco. — The stainless-steel Oxo coiled grill brushes are dishwasher safe.
Veronica Thatcher

Summer typically means more opportunities for outdoor cooking, which is why I think the Oxo coiled grill brushes are a must-buy for barbecue season.

These stainless steel brushes are dishwasher safe and even come with replacement heads.

I recommend trying this tasty mix between a croissant and a waffle.

Veronica holding a bag of butter Croffles. — The When We Eat butter Croffle can be made in the toaster, oven, air fryer, or toaster oven.
Veronica Thatcher

If you’re looking to spice up your breakfast or snacking routine, I recommend trying the When We Eat butter Croffle. The name says it all — this tasty treat is a mix between a croissant and a waffle.

They’re easy to make in the toaster, oven, air fryer, or toaster oven, and can be ready in minutes.

The crispy beef birria tacos look delicious.

A container of premade crispy beef tacos at Costco. — Each beef birria taco is stuffed with meat and cheese.
Veronica Thatcher

This month, Costco’s prepared food section is carrying a delicious-looking crispy beef birria taco kit.

Each platter contains eight birria tacos stuffed with cheese and slow-roasted beef. The container also includes Spanish-style rice, a consommé dipping sauce, and limes.

The Ninja Slushi is perfect for making frozen drinks at home.

A Ninja Slushi machine in a box at Costco. — The Ninja Slushi can make everything from spiked drinks to milkshakes.
Veronica Thatcher

Nothing screams summer quite like a nice frozen drink. That’s why I was drawn to the Ninja Slushi frozen drink maker.

This machine has five settings to make everything from spiked drinks to milkshakes. It even comes with two insulated cups to keep drinks colder even longer.

Get your vitamins and minerals in with the AG1 powder supplements.

Veronica holding a box of AG1 vitamins. — The AG1 powder supplement can be added to cold water, a smoothie, or juice.
Veronica Thatcher

The AG1 powder supplement is great for those who don’t like taking their vitamins in pill form. Each box has 40 premeasured packages with vitamins, minerals, and probiotics.

To enjoy, all you have to do is add a serving to cold water, a smoothie, or juice.

The Cool retractable screen door is easy to install.

A retractable screen door kit at Costco. — The Cool retractable screen door comes in different sizes and finishes.
Veronica Thatcher

The Cool retractable screen door is perfect for getting some fresh air without letting bugs in the house.

It’s easy to install and comes in different heights and finishes to match any home.

Cook an entire meal at once with the Gourmia dual-basket air fryer.

Boxes of Gourmia dual-basket air fryers on display at Costco. — The Gourmia dual-basket air fryer has eight different cooking functions.
Veronica Thatcher

Those who love cooking with an air fryer may want to check out the Gourmia dual-basket option.

This air fryer can cook up to four dishes at once and has eight different cooking functions. Each basket can be controlled with different temperatures and timers, making it easy to cook an entire meal in one shot.

Costco’s strawberries and cream cake looks incredible.

A strawberries and cream cake in a display case at Costco. — The strawberries and cream cake is topped with whipped cream.
Veronica Thatcher

This month, the Costco bakery is selling a new strawberries and cream cake that’s perfect for summer get-togethers.

This delicious-looking sponge cake is filled with strawberries and topped with sweet whipped cream.

For hours of outdoor fun, check out the Wham-O slip n’ slide.

Boxes of Wham-O slip n' slides on display at Costco. — The Wham-O slip n’ slide is perfect for hot summer days.
Veronica Thatcher

If you have kids, you may want to check out the inflatable Wham-O slip n’ slide. This 30-foot slip n’ slide inflates in minutes and even has a waterfall.

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