The Casa Calma Journal

Stories, Guides & Local Secrets.

Chips Made With a Superfood: Amaranth Chips Sabor Limón, 500 g

Chips Made With a Superfood: Amaranth Chips Sabor Limón, 500 g

A review of Costco Amaranth Chips Sabor Limón. I cover the amaranth and potato-flake ingredients, Himalayan salt, olive oil, lower-fat claim, crispy texture, lemon flavor, and dip ideas.

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For a Small Luxury: FIORDO Smoked Atlantic Salmon, 500 g

For a Small Luxury: FIORDO Smoked Atlantic Salmon, 500 g

A review of FIORDO smoked Atlantic salmon from Costco. I cover the Norwegian salmon, Mexican production, ingredients, 5 individually packed 100 g portions, opening the package, serving it in a sandwich, and the value.

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Which Bacon Style Do You Prefer? Kirkland Signature Fully Cooked Bacon, 453 g

Which Bacon Style Do You Prefer? Kirkland Signature Fully Cooked Bacon, 453 g

A review of Kirkland Signature fully cooked bacon from Costco. I cover the microwave-ready sliced format, nutrition label, four-sheet package, zipper storage, heating instructions, rendered fat, taste, and value.

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A Good Option When You Cannot Make Salsa From Scratch: Del Real Salsa Roja y Verde

A Good Option When You Cannot Make Salsa From Scratch: Del Real Salsa Roja y Verde

A photo review of Costco’s Del Real Salsa Roja y Verde molcajete-style salsa, two 680 g containers. I cover the package, ingredients, refrigeration, texture, taste, and ways to use it as salsa or a cooking base.

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For Anyone Watching Sugar: Gullón Zero Cookies, 4-Variety Pack

For Anyone Watching Sugar: Gullón Zero Cookies, 4-Variety Pack

A photo review of Costco’s Gullón Zero 4-variety cookie pack. I cover what comes in the box, the nutrition labels, sweeteners, calories, taste, and how the value compares with buying individual packs elsewhere.

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Excellent Texture for Everyday Use: Kleenex 3-Ply Tissues, 8 Boxes

Excellent Texture for Everyday Use: Kleenex 3-Ply Tissues, 8 Boxes

A review of Costco’s Kleenex 8-box tissue pack, with 100 three-ply tissues per box. I compare texture, thickness, supermarket versions, the three-layer structure, absorbency, and cost per box.

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When You Just Want a Little Dessert: Brothers Mini Conos de Helado (24 Minis)

When You Just Want a Little Dessert: Brothers Mini Conos de Helado (24 Minis)

A photo review of Costco’s Brothers mini ice cream cones. I show the box, nutrition labels, calories per cone, the 3 trays of 8 minis, the real size in hand, and how the chocolate, cream, and cone tasted.

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So Many Uses: Kirkland Freezer Food Bags 1.5L (264 Bags)

So Many Uses: Kirkland Freezer Food Bags 1.5L (264 Bags)

A photo review of Kirkland’s 1.5L freezer food bags (264 bags). I show the 6 inner boxes, the slider-style seal, write-on label area, real-world use with fruit and sauce, plus non-food storage and travel-packing ideas.

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A Great Snack Option! A Freezer Essential? Frozen Corn Cakes / Muffins (14 pack)

A Great Snack Option! A Freezer Essential? Frozen Corn Cakes / Muffins (14 pack)

A photo review of the frozen Panqués de Elote I found at Costco. I cover the box, ingredients, nutrition facts, all 14 individually wrapped cakes, heating instructions, actual taste after baking, storage advice, and value per piece.

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How Many Times a Day Do You Use It? OPTI WIPES Eyeglass Cleaner (200 Wipes)

How Many Times a Day Do You Use It? OPTI WIPES Eyeglass Cleaner (200 Wipes)

A photo review of Costco’s OPTI WIPES eyeglass cleaner (200 wipes). I show the packaging, instructions, bottom dispenser, wipe size and texture, plus how they worked on glasses, phone screens, and a computer display.

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A Calorie Bomb (^^;;) But I Still Want It! Kirkland Muffins (2 x 6 pack)

A Calorie Bomb (^^;;) But I Still Want It! Kirkland Muffins (2 x 6 pack)

A photo review of Costco’s Kirkland muffins: now sold as 2 boxes of 6 so you can mix flavors. I picked Chocolate and Blueberry—showing the inside, nutrition labels, rough calories per muffin, plus tips for warming/re-baking, freezing, and a whipped-cream topping idea.

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Give It a Try: Kirkland (Costco) Bath Tissue – 30 Rolls

Give It a Try: Kirkland (Costco) Bath Tissue – 30 Rolls

A practical review of Kirkland bath tissue from Costco: thickness updates, roll size, scent-free, made in Mexico, storage packs, comparison vs supermarket rolls, and cost per roll.

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The Zero-Calorie Trio: Kirkland Signature Sparkling Water (355mL x 35 cans)

The Zero-Calorie Trio: Kirkland Signature Sparkling Water (355mL x 35 cans)

A 35-can zero-calorie sparkling water pack with lime, yellow lemon, and grapefruit flavors. Review + value breakdown at 254.71 MXN (≈ 7.28 MXN per can).

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Grandma-Style Hot Chocolate: ABUELITA (Nestlé) 630g x 2

Grandma-Style Hot Chocolate: ABUELITA (Nestlé) 630g x 2

A photo review of the classic Nestlé ABUELITA from Costco: 630g x 2 pack, packaging details, preparation, taste, sweetness, and value.

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Budget-Friendly Bottled Water: Kirkland Purified Water (1L/500mL)

Budget-Friendly Bottled Water: Kirkland Purified Water (1L/500mL)

1L x 21 and 500mL x 40. Nutrition/ingredients overview plus per-bottle cost to show the value.

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Fresh Microwave Popcorn at Home: Kirkland Palomitas (Red: Butter / Blue: Natural)

Fresh Microwave Popcorn at Home: Kirkland Palomitas (Red: Butter / Blue: Natural)

A 44-pack box that’s surprisingly good value. Key cooking tips (avoid popcorn button, timing, safety) plus a quick taste review.

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Delicious Milk 🐮 Kirkland Leche Entera (12 x 1L)

Delicious Milk 🐮 Kirkland Leche Entera (12 x 1L)

Shelf-stable whole milk fortified with vitamins A & D. Taste notes, best uses, storage tips, and value.

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Gentle-Scent Fabric Softener: Kirkland Ultra Fresh 4.4L (Lavender & Vanilla)

Gentle-Scent Fabric Softener: Kirkland Ultra Fresh 4.4L (Lavender & Vanilla)

A 4.4L jumbo bottle (about 220 loads). How to use it, how much to pour, texture notes, and scent review.

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So Convenient! Kirkland UltraClean Laundry Detergent Capsules (152 count)

So Convenient! Kirkland UltraClean Laundry Detergent Capsules (152 count)

No measuring, no mess. A practical Costco detergent pod that lasts a long time—plus handling tips for safety.

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