MAR / APR 2023
Table of Contents
MAR / APR 2023
Regulars Lifestyle
EVERY ISSUE
7 Welcome 10 Costco life
13 Buying smart Expert advice on building a skincare routine.
47 Farm to table Exciting new items in the fresh department.
70 Member connection Foodie Janice Fung’ s best Kirkland Signature buys.
Special section
KIRKLAND SIGNATURE
25 A label of quality
PeaceTrees pepper The inspirational story behind Kirkland Signature ground pepper.
Winter warmers Premium manchester and soft furnishings.
Next-level luxury Cosy up your home with an on-trend Kirkland Signature plush blanket.
Raise a glass Favourite wines in warehouses and on Costco. com. au.
Signature savings Discover the benefits behind our optical, hearing and fuel services.
Wonder wipes How a Kirkland Signature mainstay keeps improving, year after year.
Buyer picks
FOR YOUR ENTERTAINMENT
17 Writing memories Prolific crime author James Patterson sits down with the Connection and talks life, family and his bestselling books.
FOR YOUR TABLE
48 Masterclass Food editor Tammi Kwok gives a crash course on cooking oils.
53 4 ways with barramundi Our favourite recipes for this sustainably farmed saltwater fish.
58 Flavourful fruit Why medjool dates are a must on our weekly menu.
60 An Easter feast Easy ideas for a delicious long-weekend lunch.
Shopping
INSIDE COSTCO
9 Mother’ s Day Everything you need to spoil Mum on this special day.
23 High performance Power up with great savings on Duracell batteries.
59 Ramadan Mubarak Tasty Ramadan and Eid items for your family table.
68 Treasure hunt A look at what’ s in warehouses and on Costco. com. au.
MOTHER’ S DAY GIFTS 4 WAYS WITH BARRAMUNDI BEST RAMADAN BUYS
A lifestyle magazine for Costco members
JAMES PATTERSON
His name is everywhere, but there’ s more to the man than his bestselling books
YOUR EASIEST EASTER
Long-weekend winners for your family table
KIRKLAND SIGNATURE
Members’ most popular items
SKINCARE SECRETS
Build your own routine with expert advice
ON THE COVER: Bestselling author James Patterson. Read our story on p17.
PHOTOGRAPHY: James Patterson.
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