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Warehouse Clubs Help Save On Food

By Jennifer Bowers

How many times have you come home from a long day at work, tired and distracted, only to realize that you have to still make supper and there’s nothing to eat in the house?

You haven’t had a chance to get your groceries done this week and supplies are running more than low. Well, maybe you should’ve chosen a warehouse club as your grocery supply store to avoid running out of your staples and favorites. There are many benefits to Warehouse Clubs.

Large families that consume vast quantities of meat, or need a quart of spaghetti sauce instead of a few ounces, will find cheaper options at these clubs. Also, these clubs have party trays, appetizers, and large portion entrees already made for parties, so you can save some time when you are in a hurry.

Three Main Warehouse Clubs In The Whole Country

There are three main warehouse clubs that are widely known throughout the country. Sam’s Club is the most widely known in the country. Sam’s has 540 stores in 48 states. Sam’s is known for reducing the prices so low that they often times force local businesses to go under. The Sam’s Club membership is $35 and up for the year depending on which package you choose.

Costco, a chain with 452 stores in 36 states, is known more for its’ food selection than the other clubs. Costco has a wide selection of meats and gourmet desserts that you can’t find at the competing stores, and their annual membership is $35, which is cheaper than all of their competitors.

BJ’s Club Is Only Available In The Northeast

The other warehouse club that ranks high on everyone’s list is BJ’s Club, but you will only find one of their 154 locations in the Northeast. Their membership fee is $40 a year, but you can also find great deals on televisions and cashmere sweaters for gifts.

There have been dangers that are associated with warehouse clubs. For instance, a woman in Cincinnati suffered severe head and neck injuries in 2001 when 5-35lbs bags of kitty litter fell from a top shelf and hit her in the head.

Another woman barely escaped a sofa falling on top of her in a Sam’s Club. Not to say that it is hazardous to shop in these places, but you should be aware that items (often oversized) are placed high in order to create more space for the isles.

Some Downsides To Warehouse Clubs

Warehouse stores do have some downsides, so take these into consideration before vowing to shop in bulk. Long lines can be a problem for time-crunched individuals or impatient types.

Most warehouse stores will want you to pack your own groceries into boxes or bags, and sometimes, the right sizes of empty boxes aren’t available. Also, using a credit card may be an impossibility, as most warehouse stores prefer checks or debit card payments. Call the store you’re planning to visit to get more information on the inner workings before signing up.

Lots Of Members Never Use Their Membership

Buying in bulk is not an option for everyone. There are a lot of people who have memberships to these clubs and they never use them. There are also many people who think that a warehouse club is only for people with large families.

If you have a large family, items like family sized lasagna would be a benefit, but regardless of family size, we all need paper towels and toilet paper. If you want to shop once a month for your incidentals, joining a warehouse club would be the best way to save time and relieve some stress.

About the Author:
Jennifer Bowers is an author on food articles, her other articles include Ideas For Birthday Parties, Decaffeinated Coffee, Food Cooking Shows, Cooking Vacations.
Keep a lookout for more of her articles on this website.

Did You Know?

What is the difference between all the chefs I read about?
When discussing the varying types of chefs, it is more common to be talking about a restaurant. The culinary world is similar to the military in some aspects. At the top of the chain of command is the Chef.

He or she is in charge of the entire kitchen. Everyone takes their orders from him. The varying cooks beneath the Chef are the Sous Chef, the Pastry Chef. The Sous Chef takes his or her orders from the Chef and is essential to helping prepare the dish for the customer. They could be working on appetizers, entrées, or side dishes. The Pastry Chef is responsible for desserts.

The kitchen must work as a team in order for their meal to be a success. It is not about one person ranking above another but more as a joint effort for things to go smoothly and the customers to be satisfied.

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