The Secret Meaning Behind The Bell Ringing In Costco

To some, Costco may be known as that giant store with oversized containers of paper products, dry goods, and pre-made foods. But those of us who truly shop at Costco, know that it is so much more than that.

Shoppers who are lucky enough to have a Costco near them will quickly discover that the yearly membership fee — which is $60 or $120 depending on the type of membership you choose — is worth what waits inside the huge sliding doors (via Costco). Once that Costco card is secured, it's time to start shopping, a task that can be overwhelming to first, and even second, and third time shoppers.

Before you arrive, its important to know what you're looking for. Costco aficionados know the best deals, and the best items to buy. According to Delish, the top items include their sheet cake, their signature Kirkland brand bacon, the baked goods, and quite possibly the most famous of them all: the rotisserie chicken.

As you walk through the store, you may hear a bell ringing. You aren't imagining this: depending on how long you shop, you may even hear it more than once. But the bell isn't a secret message to employees, it's to let you know that one of those favorite items is fresh and ready.