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Briskets at Costco in U.S.?
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GrateEggspectations
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So, as part of an absolutely and unequivocally ill-conceived idea, I am considering trying to pick up a packer or two while in San Jose on business travel next week. I will be there without a vehicle, so failing a cab ride, it looks like I'd need to carry these briskets an hour or so to get them to my hotel and into my luggage. Then there's the refrigeration issue I would need to consider.... 
Can an anyone tell me whether all Costcos in the U.S. carry briskets?
A "no," while ultimately disappointing, would likely do me a great service by putting my harebrained scheme to rest.
As a Canadian, many consumer goods are much cheaper South of the border - even with a poor exchange. Other items on my "pickup-while-in-the-U.S." list include cigars, scotch and Eggcessories.
Thanks.
Can an anyone tell me whether all Costcos in the U.S. carry briskets?
A "no," while ultimately disappointing, would likely do me a great service by putting my harebrained scheme to rest.
As a Canadian, many consumer goods are much cheaper South of the border - even with a poor exchange. Other items on my "pickup-while-in-the-U.S." list include cigars, scotch and Eggcessories.
Thanks.
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Here's a link to a recent Costco/brisket tracking thread:
Costco Brisket Tracker I would go to the main Costco web site and put in the zip code of your destination. A store locator with all the contact info should appear, then give 'em call and sort it out. FWIW-
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That's a lot of work for a brisket!
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I recently posted that I picked up a prime full packer at Costco for $2.99 per pound here in the Chicago area. I know briskets are plentiful throughout the south, but other areas of the country responded that never see them. I have no idea what the situation is in CA, so perhaps you can call one to check. Good luck!Large BGE 2013; Mini Max 2015; Adj Rig; DigiQ
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Odds are if you're in cattle country that Costco has briskets. Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas ect
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"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us" - Gandalf -
Yes, but as I say, fhe prices are so much better in the U.S. that it would likely be worth the trouble!bhedges1987 said:That's a lot of work for a brisket! -
Are you planning on buying them frozen snd then praying ?
why not buy frozen. Buy a cheap cooler and some dry ice and mail them back home ? Or would customs hold them too terribly long for you to retrieve ?-FATC1TY
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FATC1TY said:Are you planning on buying them frozen snd then praying ?
why not buy frozen. Buy a cheap cooler and some dry ice and mail them back home ? Or would customs hold them too terribly long for you to retrieve ?
This made me laugh. Employing prayer and a cooler to transport meat across the border.
Sounds like someone is providing me with a darn excuse to pick up a YETI or RTIC cooler. Hot damn I love the way you guys think!
I've looked into customs and it would appear I can take 44lbs of fresh meat home - two big packers! -
I would suggest Uber rather than a cab. Will you have a freezer in your hotel? It might be one of the mini fridges with the little freezer that hangs down. Not big enough for briskets.
I would definitely call costco first to see:
1) They even carry packers.
2) If you can purchase it frozen.
If you have a freezer in your hotel then freeze some bottles of water to throw in a cooler to transport home. The frozen briskets with a few frozen water bottles should stay cold for a long time.
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Just spend the money and buy a good one from SRF."I've made a note never to piss you two off." - Stike
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Except that SRF: "We deliver within the United States with the exception of Puerto Rico, Guam and other U.S. territories. At this time, we are unable to process international orders or deliver to PO and APO/FPO Boxes." They don't deliver to Canada where the OP is from.JohnInCarolina said:Just spend the money and buy a good one from SRF.Southeast Florida - LBGE
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Costco by me (Atlanta area) only carries flats, so I'd definitely check before I went.Jefferson, GA
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You will also have to keep in mind the Canadian Food Inspection
Meat and poultry products (for example, jerky, sausages, deli meats and patties, fois gras)
- up to 20 kilograms per person
- packages must have identifying marks, indicating what the product is
- proof of country of origin may be required
Meat and poultry: fresh, frozen and chilled
- up to 20 kilograms per person
- one turkey per person
- packages must have identifying marks, indicating what the product is
- proof of country of origin may be required
Please note: Within this limit on meat, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) may have specific requirements.
Please consult the CBSA website for further information.
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This could work but would be easier with help from fellow Eggers. Someone to buy them for you and freeze.
Might send an email to Smitty, Eggs by the Bay...http://www.eggsbythebay.com/home-page.html
I have never met Smitty but good friends tell me he is one on the best...
I'm sure he could put you in contact with briskets.
These Polar Bear Backpack coolers...http://www.polarbearcoolers.com/category/backpack-coolers.html... in my opinion, were made to carry briskets.
You could fit 2, 16-18 pound packers in this cooler. I used mine to get at least 35 pounds of meat into Turks and Caicos a few month ago. I pre froze everything and put a small amount of dry ice, wrapped in paper, on top.
The big issue would be Canadian Customs and the laws of bringing in beef.
Good luck...Thank you,DarianGalveston Texas -
Call the specific Costco before hand, just to be safe“There are three rules that I live by: never get less than twelve hours sleep; never play cards with a guy who has the same first name as a city; and never get involved with a woman with a tattoo of a dagger on her body.”
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Yes, thanks. This is the page that allowed me to confirm that i) I could bring meats, and ii) I could bring 44lbs worth.fruitguy said:You will also have to keep in mind the Canadian Food InspectionMeat and poultry products (for example, jerky, sausages, deli meats and patties, fois gras)
- up to 20 kilograms per person
- packages must have identifying marks, indicating what the product is
- proof of country of origin may be required
Meat and poultry: fresh, frozen and chilled
- up to 20 kilograms per person
- one turkey per person
- packages must have identifying marks, indicating what the product is
- proof of country of origin may be required
Please note: Within this limit on meat, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) may have specific requirements.
Please consult the CBSA website for further information.
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That price is sick!... in that in that it is so disgustingly good that it's bad. For comparisons' sake, I'll mention that I looked at a AAA (equivalent to your "choice," if I am not mistaken) 9 lb packer that was $78 CAD at a local butcher shop last weekend.tikigriller said:Livermore Costco
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This is exactly why I am willing to take arduous and seemingly-illogical steps to cart a not-insignificant quantity of cow pectorals across North America while simultaneously attempting to maintain a semblance of professionalism and dignity while on business. Let's hope the meat makes it unscathed, lest I reek of failure (both literally and figuratively). -
WT??? I bought a brisket flat today at Costco in FL. I paid $4.79/lb for choice :(tikigriller said:Livermore Costco
today
On the bright side, I did score a 4 pack of NY strip steaks, choice, but just as nice marbling as the prime packs they had.
I bet you could find a supermarket or other source for dry ice, pack the briskets in a foam cooler with dry ice, put that in a cardboard box, and take it as checked baggage. -
Where are you in the GWN? Bellingham Costco has Prime packers all the time, last week they were $3.19/pound (I have no idea how they came up with that price. I walked away from the cooler as I already have two and a flat in the freezer. I just drive across and when SWMBO is with me, we can bring in four without an issue.
SRF is ideal, but I have to know when the shipment will hit my US addy in Blaine. Always been OK, but it has been close.
Depending on where you are, maybe I can help....message me if appropriate.Delta B.C. - Whiskey and steak, because no good story ever started with someone having a salad! -
@Skiddymarker: I'm in the area of Canada's national capital - Ottawa, Ontario. That's a very kind offer of help and I'll keep it in mind.
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Order from SRF and have it delivered to your hotel. I am sure that you can convince the chef to store it in the kitchen's fridge.jtcBoynton said:
Except that SRF: "We deliver within the United States with the exception of Puerto Rico, Guam and other U.S. territories. At this time, we are unable to process international orders or deliver to PO and APO/FPO Boxes." They don't deliver to Canada where the OP is from.JohnInCarolina said:Just spend the money and buy a good one from SRF.____________________Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity and are able to turn both to their advantage. •Niccolo Machiavelli -
You have at least a couple of hours to get to a US drop point like the ones in Ogdensburg (Prescott bridge) but some will store in a cooler for you, ideal to enjoy the SRF habit - damn I sound like a pusher, eh?GrateEggspectations said:@Skiddymarker: I'm in the area of Canada's national capital - Ottawa, Ontario. That's a very kind offer of help and I'll keep it in mind.Delta B.C. - Whiskey and steak, because no good story ever started with someone having a salad! -
There are interested Canadians watching this thread. Please post the conclusion to this adventure!In the bush just East of Cambridge,Ontario
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Against airline/FAA to check a package containing dry ice. But you can have a limited amount as your carry on luggage...njl said:
WT??? I bought a brisket flat today at Costco in FL. I paid $4.79/lb for choice :(tikigriller said:Livermore Costco
today
On the bright side, I did score a 4 pack of NY strip steaks, choice, but just as nice marbling as the prime packs they had.
I bet you could find a supermarket or other source for dry ice, pack the briskets in a foam cooler with dry ice, put that in a cardboard box, and take it as checked baggage.Thank you,DarianGalveston Texas -
Like everybody has said, check first. This pisses me off, the Costcos here in central CA (Fresno, Clovis) never carry brisket, plate or chuck ribs. Begging their meat Mgrs. is futile.njl said:
WT??? I bought a brisket flat today at Costco in FL. I paid $4.79/lb for choice :(tikigriller said:Livermore Costco
today
On the bright side, I did score a 4 pack of NY strip steaks, choice, but just as nice marbling as the prime packs they had.
I bet you could find a supermarket or other source for dry ice, pack the briskets in a foam cooler with dry ice, put that in a cardboard box, and take it as checked baggage.
Good luckLBGE - I like the hot stuff. The big dry San Joaquin Valley, Clovis, CA -
@Skiddymarker I just picked up one today from Bellingham Costco and they're now 2.89/pound. Just a heads up for any eggers in the area.Skiddymarker said:Where are you in the GWN? Bellingham Costco has Prime packers all the time, last week they were $3.19/pound (I have no idea how they came up with that price. I walked away from the cooler as I already have two and a flat in the freezer. I just drive across and when SWMBO is with me, we can bring in four without an issue.
SRF is ideal, but I have to know when the shipment will hit my US addy in Blaine. Always been OK, but it has been close.
Depending on where you are, maybe I can help....message me if appropriate.
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@Luvnlife: Beauty. I can hardly believe my eyes this moment. That is a truly incredible price.
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Yeah it's hard to beat. Good luck on your adventure, your message above about hauling cow pectorals across NA cracked me up! Too funny.
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They sure do in Texas. I think it was $2.69 for Prime.
Aledo, Texas
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