JAN / FEB 2023
Table of Contents
JAN / FEB 2023
Regulars
EVERY ISSUE
7 Welcome note 8 Costco life
18 Supplier profile Celebrate a prosperous Lunar New Year with Test Rite.
47 Farm to table Perfect plant-based meal ideas, plus four ways with summer fruit.
74 Member connection In the ring with acclaimed mixed martial artist Larry Papadopoulos.
Special section
FOR YOUR HEALTH
23 Health and happiness
Feel-good fuel Give your body a boost with quality vitamins and supplements.
Just move it Make the most of summer with warmweather activities for your family.
Start the year strong Quality sports and athletic essentials to kickstart your fitness goals.
Play your way to wellness The physical, social and mental advantages of team sports.
Happy campers Top items for your next family adventure.
Nature’ s nurture Reap the rewards of health-building outdoor experiences.
Buyer picks
Lifestyle
FOR YOUR ENTERTAINMENT
20 Words with friends Readers rejoice in the many benefits of joining a book club.
Shopping
INSIDE COSTCO
11 A bountiful banquet Our best buys to celebrate Lunar New Year with luck and good health.
12 Buying smart Reporter Alexandra Grzesik unearths expert advice on starting a compost heap at home.
15 A + for value Make back to school shopping simple with our favourite items for term time.
16 Future focused How Costco’ s collaborative approach to sustainability is helping to create a better world.
17 From the heart Find the perfect Valentine’ s Day present for that special someone.
72 Treasure hunt A sampling of what’ s in warehouses and on Costco. com. au.
VALENTINE’ S DAY PLANT-BASED WEEKNIGHTS LUNAR NEW YEAR
A lifestyle magazine for Costco members
GOOD COMPOST GUIDE
Turn kitchen food scraps into gardening gold
TOGETHER WE THRIVE
Why team sports are a must-try for all ages
NATURAL REMEDY
Explore the many health benefits of being outdoors
TASTE OF SUMMER
Celebrate the sunshine with fresh recipes for al-fresco entertaining
ON THE COVER: Tammi Kwok’ s grilled peach salsa with tomahawk steak, p58.
PHOTOGRAPHY: Andy Lewis
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