Honing in on the perfect gifts in Stardew Valley is essential for building strong connections with the game’s 12 eligible bachelors and bachelorettes. Whether you’re captivated by Abigail, with her purple hair and passion for the supernatural, or intrigued by Shane, who harbors a mysterious past, winning their affection is key. So, what’s the best approach to charm them?
Gifts are one of the most effective ways to express your feelings. Each of the 12 characters has distinct items that they love or like, making it vital to know what to offer to avoid jeopardizing your friendship—or romance. We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of the characters you can try to impress, along with the gifts they’ll appreciate. If you want to explore more strategies, be sure to check out our additional guides covering tips, cheats, and mods for Stardew Valley.
The Bachelors and Bachelorettes
In the game, you can befriend the following bachelors:
- Alex
- Elliott
- Harvey
- Sam
- Sebastian
- Shane
And the bachelorettes are:
- Abigail
- Emily
- Haley
- Leah
- Maru
- Penny
Universal Gifts
There are several gifts that all villagers hold dear—these are known as "universal" gifts. They grant 80 relationship points, but can be difficult to procure. Some villagers may not appreciate certain universally liked items, so it’s essential to be aware of these nuances.
Universal Loves:
- Golden Pumpkin
- Magic Rock Candy
- Pearl
- Prismatic Shard
- Rabbit’s Foot
For gifts that are easier to find, here are the Universal Likes which provide 45 relationship points:
Universal Likes:
- All Artisan Goods (except Oil and Void Mayonnaise)
- All Cooked Foods (except Fried Egg, Bread, Strange Bun, and Seafoam Pudding)
- All Flowers (except Poppy)
- All Foraged Minerals (except Quartz)
- Fruits from all tree varieties
- All Gems
- All Vegetables (excluding Hops, Tea Leaves, Wheat, and Unmilled Rice)
- Life Elixir
- Maple Syrup
- Rainbow Shell
- Treasure Chest
Bachelors’ Gifts
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Alex
- Lives: Near Pierre’s General Store with his grandparents.
- Loves: Complete Breakfast, Salmon Dinner, Jack Be Nimble.
- Likes: All Eggs (excluding Void Egg).
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Elliott
- Lives: On the beach near Willy’s Fish Shop.
- Loves: Crab Cakes, Duck Feather, Lobster, Pomegranate, Squid Ink, Tom Kha Soup.
- Likes: All Fruits (not including Pomegranate and Salmonberry), Octopus, Squid.
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Harvey
- Lives: At the Medical Clinic.
- Loves: Coffee, Pickles, Super Meal, Truffle Oil, Wine.
- Likes: All Fruits (except Salmonberry and Spice Berry), all types of mushrooms (excluding Red Mushrooms), Daffodil, Dandelion, and more.
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Sam
- Lives: With his mom, Jodi, and brother, Vincent, near the river.
- Loves: Cactus Fruit, Maple Bar, Pizza, Tigerseye.
- Likes: All Eggs (except Void Egg), Joja Cola.
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Sebastian
- Lives: In his mother’s carpenter shop basement.
- Loves: Frozen Tear, Obsidian, Pumpkin Soup, Sashimi, Void Egg.
- Likes: Various foods but dislikes flowers, complete breakfast, and most artisan goods aside from several beverages.
- Shane
- Lives: With his Aunt Marnie and her goddaughter, Jas.
- Loves: Beer, Hot Pepper, Pepper Poppers, Pizza.
- Likes: All Eggs (except Void Egg), all fruits.
Bachelorettes’ Gifts
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Abigail
- Lives: At Pierre’s General Store with her parents.
- Loves: Amethyst, Banana Pudding, Blackberry Cobbler, Chocolate Cake, Pufferfish, Pumpkin, Spicy Eel.
- Likes: She’s not fond of vegetables.
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Emily
- Lives: With her sister Haley in town.
- Loves: Various gems and handmade items, such as Amethyst, Aquamarine, and Cloth.
- Likes: However, she dislikes certain fish dishes and some desserts.
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Haley
- Lives: With Emily.
- Loves: Coconut, Fruit Salad, Pink Cake, Sunflower.
- Likes: Not a fan of all vegetables or the Prismatic Shard.
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Leah
- Lives: In a cottage in Cindersap Forest.
- Loves: Goat Cheese, Poppyseed Muffin, Salad, Stir Fry, Truffle, Vegetable Medley, Wine.
- Likes: Dislikes certain foraged minerals and prepared foods like pizza or pancakes.
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Maru
- Lives: In a house attached to the carpenter shop.
- Loves: Battery Pack, Cauliflower, Cheese Cauliflower, Diamond, Gold Bar, Iridium Bar, Miner’s Treat, Pepper Poppers, Radioactive Bar, Rhubarb Pie, Strawberry.
- Likes: Various crafting materials but does not favor honey or pickles.
- Penny
- Lives: In a trailer with Pam.
- Loves: Diamond, Emerald, Melon, Poppy, Poppyseed Muffin, Red Plate, Roots Platter, Sandfish, Tom Kha Soup.
- Likes: Enjoys a wide array of items but is not keen on alcohol.
Gifting wisely can significantly enhance your relationships in Stardew Valley, making it easier to build friendships or reach romantic milestones. Happy gifting!