Costcutter

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, a regular asked the cashier, ‘Why does Costcutter’s milk always seem to taste different every week?’ The cashier smiled and whispered conspiratorially, ‘Because our supplier has a secret recipe for milk freshness—one part cow, two parts local well water, and just enough mystery to keep us coming back!’ The regular laughed and shook his head, knowing it was probably true.

2. One day, an elderly lady approached the Costcutter checkout and whispered into the microphone: ‘Could you please announce that all bananas are now single-handedly responsible for world peace?’ The cashier blinked a few times before repeating over the store’s PA: ‘Ladies and gentlemen, all bananas are now responsible for world peace.’ The entire shop erupted in laughter, but everyone left with a smile on their face—even if only briefly. That evening, a local news reporter quipped: ‘Costcutter’s latest banana-powered peace initiative might be the most peaceful thing since sliced bread!’

3. In the aisles of Costcutter one evening, a small child pointed excitedly at the shelves, whispering to their parent, ‘Mommy, why do these bananas look like they’re dancing?’ The mother smiled and gently replied, ‘Honey, those bananas are just having a little dance party.’ Just then, an elderly gentleman passing by chuckled and said, “They always seem to be in a hurry around here.” The family laughed, and continued down the aisle, leaving behind them a trail of giggling and banana-shaped shadows.

4. In the dairy section of Costcutter, a regular noticed something peculiar in the milk cartons. Each bottle had been carefully labeled with a tiny note: 'Best when drunk by the person standing next to you.' Curious, our regular decided to ask around. Soon enough, every customer in line was reading their own milk label—and laughing uproariously. Turned out it was just a prank from a friendly delivery driver who thought it would brighten everyone’s day. Nowadays, locals joke that Costcutter’s secret ingredient is happiness.