The Big Misconception You Shouldn't Believe About Costco's Free Samples - Chowhound

Tim Boyle/Getty Images In many ways, Costco has transcended the identity of a warehouse superstore and turned itself into a full-on pop-culture phenomenon. The retail giant is a constant subject of internet attention, which usually centers on one of three things. First, there's the famous Costco food court items, anchored by the beloved $1.50 hot dog deal, and then of course, you have the inflation-proof $4.99…