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Basque Nature's Own Sugar Maple at Costco?

GrateEggspectations
GrateEggspectations Posts: 11,597
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I used to purchase this at local Costcos in the Ottawa-Gatineau area (Canada), but haven't seen any since very early spring. Anyone have a lead on some in the area? Good lump at a great price.
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  • chuckytheegghead
    chuckytheegghead Posts: 1,201
    A few weeks back we went to local Costco and they were out of stock, just this past weekend I saw another pallet on the floor. That's in southern Ontario so maybe your store will be getting another shipment too. 
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  • GrateEggspectations
    GrateEggspectations Posts: 11,597
    Thanks @chuckytheegghead. Guess I'll keep trying. One thing's for sure - if I see it again, I'm getting a dozen bags! Love the stuff the carry at Costco, but it's such a gamble as far as when they'll have what you need.
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  • Canugghead
    Canugghead Posts: 13,710
    I'm in southern Ontario too, noticed the recent Costco shortage too. In previous years Basque's was available from early spring through end of summer.  At end of last summer it was on clearance and I stocked up  =)



    canuckland
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  • EggNorth
    EggNorth Posts: 1,535
    Someone is buying them all up here also,  I asked when they were out and they said they just had a full skid, and it's gone.  I need to stock up to 12 bags for the winter, I'm up to 10 now.
    Dave
    Cambridge, Ontario - Canada
    Large (2010), Mini Max (2015), Large garden pot (2018)
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  • Mithrandir
    Mithrandir Posts: 36
    I can't find anymore in chicoutimi (north of Québec city) they usually had some, but since 2 months, nothing. I buy another basque lump at Rona. Feuille d'érable. 16.99 CAD 8 Kg.
    Roberval, Qc, Canada
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  • hondabbq
    hondabbq Posts: 1,986
    They have never had any in winnipeg. I have asked every year to bring some in. It never happens. 
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  • paqman
    paqman Posts: 4,923
    It is in stock at the Gatineau warehouse right now

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  • GrateEggspectations
    GrateEggspectations Posts: 11,597
    paqman said:
    It is in stock at the Gatineau warehouse right now
    Thanks @Paqman. I checked as recently as last week and they didn't have any. Will run over.
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  • GrateEggspectations
    GrateEggspectations Posts: 11,597
    hondabbq said:
    They have never had any in winnipeg. I have asked every year to bring some in. It never happens. 
    Thanks too bad. It's great lump at a bargain price.
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  • Canugghead
    Canugghead Posts: 13,710
    Next best deal for me is Maple Leaf lump at Nella's, haven't bought from them last couple of years though so not sure of the $.
    canuckland
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  • GrateEggspectations
    GrateEggspectations Posts: 11,597
    What is "Nella's"?
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  • YYZegger
    YYZegger Posts: 231
    I also love that lump, great stuff at a great price.  Down to my last 5 bags and getting nervous!  I have been checking Costco and still nothing in Etobicoke or Warden and Ellesmere...  Hope they get it in again also!!!

    Toronto, Canada  LBGE
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  • Canugghead
    Canugghead Posts: 13,710
    @GrateEggspectations my bad, it's Nella Cutlery, a restaurant equipment/service provider in Toronto... http://www.nellacutlery.com/

    @YYZegger just came back from Vaughan location, still no stock, not that I need any any time soon.
    canuckland
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  • GrateEggspectations
    GrateEggspectations Posts: 11,597
    @canugghead: Will have to check out Nella's next time I'm in Toronto.
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  • paqman
    paqman Posts: 4,923
    IMHO, Maple Leaf is better and is now available at Canadian Tire so I expect to see some sales from time to time

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  • GrateEggspectations
    GrateEggspectations Posts: 11,597
    Last time I checked they wanted $18.99 for the Maple Leaf at CT, whereas the Basque was $12.99 at Costco, if I am recalling correctly. However, I will say that I've found a lot of little bits and dust in the Basque as of late.
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  • paqman
    paqman Posts: 4,923
    GrateEggspectations said:
    Last time I checked they wanted $18.99 for the Maple Leaf at CT, whereas the Basque was $12.99 at Costco, if I am recalling correctly. However, I will say that I've found a lot of little bits and dust in the Basque as of late.
    I usually build my stash of Badques when it is on sale at 9.97$ so that's mostly what I use.  However, if Maple Leaf was cheaper or close to same same price, I would use Maple Leaf without thinking twice.

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  • Canugghead
    Canugghead Posts: 13,710
    edited June 2016
    I called Nella earlier today.  Maple Leaf 8Kg bag is $16.  If you buy 20 or more bags, price drops to $14.  I noticed many small pieces in Basques lately too.
    canuckland
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  • Skiddymarker
    Skiddymarker Posts: 8,528
    You guys in the east are so hard done by...... :) ML at Home Depot is $19, Basques at Lowe's is $19....ML is the better choice, IMO. 
    Delta B.C. - Whiskey and steak, because no good story ever started with someone having a salad!
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  • dutchie
    dutchie Posts: 17
    paqman said:
    GrateEggspectations said:
    Last time I checked they wanted $18.99 for the Maple Leaf at CT, whereas the Basque was $12.99 at Costco, if I am recalling correctly. However, I will say that I've found a lot of little bits and dust in the Basque as of late.
    I usually build my stash of Badques when it is on sale at 9.97$ so that's mostly what I use.  However, if Maple Leaf was cheaper or close to same same price, I would use Maple Leaf without thinking twice.
    Ditto x 2.  I've found the basques to be very small pieces, especially if you get bags from near the bottom of a skid.  I had a chat with a customer service rep, and they said they've noticed charcoal flying off the shelves when it comes in as well. He told me they were going to look into making it available 12 months a year, depending on what the supplier and their higher-ups say.

    "Oh how lovely cooks the meat"- Frankie Lane

    Caledonia, Ontario

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  • GrateEggspectations
    GrateEggspectations Posts: 11,597
    Thing is, I sometimes like some small pieces, as I find they are really good for restricting airflow on the low and slows, but my last few bags of Basque have featured a lot. However, would love the option of getting it at Costco year-round.
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  • GrateEggspectations
    GrateEggspectations Posts: 11,597
    GrateEggspectations said:
    Thing is, I sometimes like some small pieces, as I find they are really good for restricting airflow on the low and slows, but my last few bags of Basque have featured a lot. However, would love the option of getting it at Costco year-round.
    Just a quick update for others (@paqman)….

    It would appear that Basque’s is available year round at the Costco Business Centre - or at least the one in Ottawa as I spotted it there a few weeks back. 
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  • lousubcap
    lousubcap Posts: 36,791
    @GrateEggspectations - I really like Basque's (landed there after striking out too many time looking for Maple Leaf).  Around once a year or so I will source three 8 kg bags from a south of the border supplier.  I get the shipping charges but nice to change it up every so often.  
    Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood.  Life is too short for light/lite beer!  Seems I'm livin in a transitional period. CHEETO (aka Agent Orange) makes Nixon look like a saint.  
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  • Canugghead
    Canugghead Posts: 13,710
    GrateEggspectations said:
    GrateEggspectations said:
    Thing is, I sometimes like some small pieces, as I find they are really good for restricting airflow on the low and slows, but my last few bags of Basque have featured a lot. However, would love the option of getting it at Costco year-round.
    Just a quick update for others (@paqman)….

    It would appear that Basque’s is available year round at the Costco Business Centre - or at least the one in Ottawa as I spotted it there a few weeks back. 
    I don’t visit Toronto’s Costco Business Centre often but see them available every time. Last time I was there it was 16.99.
    canuckland
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  • Canugghead
    Canugghead Posts: 13,710
    edited February 2022
    Back in 2014, end of summer clearance at regular Costco. 
    All things considered, even at 18.99 or 19.99 today is decent.

    edit: just realized I posted upstream a even better deal in 2016.


    canuckland
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  • lousubcap
    lousubcap Posts: 36,791
    edited February 2022
    @Canugghead - just kick 'em when they are down! =)   That was quite a deal.  
    Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood.  Life is too short for light/lite beer!  Seems I'm livin in a transitional period. CHEETO (aka Agent Orange) makes Nixon look like a saint.  
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  • Canugghead
    Canugghead Posts: 13,710
    GrateEggspectations said:
    GrateEggspectations said:
    Thing is, I sometimes like some small pieces, as I find they are really good for restricting airflow on the low and slows, but my last few bags of Basque have featured a lot. However, would love the option of getting it at Costco year-round.
    Just a quick update for others (@paqman)….

    It would appear that Basque’s is available year round at the Costco Business Centre - or at least the one in Ottawa as I spotted it there a few weeks back. 
    Do you remember their price? Last time I was there it was 16.99 or 18.99.  Just found a local place selling at 19 plus hst 
    canuckland
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  • loco_engr
    loco_engr Posts: 5,818
    I'm totally intrigued with this Sugar Maple Lump!
    Anyone found any in the states?

    aka marysvilleksegghead
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    mini 2009

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    I said to my wife, 'Where do you want to go for our anniversary?' She said, 'I want to go somewhere I've never been before.' I said, 'Try the kitchen.'
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  • GrateEggspectations
    GrateEggspectations Posts: 11,597
    loco_engr said:
    I'm totally intrigued with this Sugar Maple Lump!
    Anyone found any in the states?

    I find it very good (neutral) and it is relatively cheap in these parts. I believe the Naked Whiz gave it quite a favourable review many years back. 

    @Canugghead

    I think it was $16.99, but I could be remembering an old price. And yes, I also remember it being $13 or 14 years back. The good ol’ days.

    @lousubcap

    I’d be glad to send you a pallet, but you’re paying shipping. 
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  • loco_engr
    loco_engr Posts: 5,818
    @lousubcap 

    I’d be glad to send you a pallet, but you’re paying shipping. 
    Care to share your source?


    aka marysvilleksegghead
    Lrg 2008
    mini 2009

    Henny Youngman:
    I said to my wife, 'Where do you want to go for our anniversary?' She said, 'I want to go somewhere I've never been before.' I said, 'Try the kitchen.'
    Bob Hope: When I wake up in the morning, I don’t feel anything until noon, and then it’s time for my nap
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