Stardew Valley Characters Guide

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Ella is SdewHQ's resident virtual farming expert, and whether she is farming, fishing, mining, or decorating her farmhouse, you can rest assured that she is loving every second. Outside of the Stardew universe Ella is a keen gamer and particularly loves titles like Horizon Zero Dawn, The Outer Worlds, and her childhood favorite, Monster's Inc Scare Island. Ella is also a gaming UX researcher, has a keen interest in acccessibity within games and strives to fill up her PS trophy cabinet upon every gaming session.

Eligible Bachelors

Alex

Family: He is the Grandson of Evelyn and George
Career: No permanent job but runs the Ice Cream Stand in the summer
Birthday: 13th of Summer
Lives: South of Pierre’s store with his Grandmother and Grandfather
Frequents: Spa, Beach, Ice cream stand
Key Characteristics: Jock/Sporty/Arrogant

Although the ages of the characters in Stardew Valley are not exclusively stated, Alex is a relatively young man. Alex is known as a sporty person and often states that he has dreams to become an athlete someday.

He lives at home with his Grandmother Evelyn and Grandfather George. If you pursue Alex you will learn more about his mother and father, but for the sake of spoilers, I won’t include that here.

If a jock is your type of guy, then Alex might be a good choice for you! In order to pursue anyone in Stardew Valley, you must work on your relationship (visualized by the amount of hearts you have with them) by regularly interacting with them and giving them gifts.

If you want to track down Alex in Spring you can find him hanging around outside his house with his grid ball, however, he does not leave his house until 8 am like many other characters in the game.

In Summer Alex frequents the beach during the morning but in the afternoon moves to the ice cream stand beside the library and works from here. In Winter Alex spends a lot of time at the Spa, but if you cannot find him here your next bet is at his house.

Although all characters in Stardew Valley have a general schedule per season, there are occasions where their schedule is different such as when they have appointments at the medical center. Alex’s appointment is on the 16th of Summer.

Once you have tracked down Alex, you need to interact with him to improve your relationship. It also helps to give him gifts that he likes or loves! It can be hard to find out by experimenting with gifts, so here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Alex (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

A complete Breakfast
Salmon Dinner

Likes

Eggs (But NOT Void eggs)

Dislikes

Salmonberry
Wild Horseradish

Hates

Quartz
Holly

As you get to know Alex, there are certain things you need to do to progress your relationship meter with him.

Two hearts; Visit Alex on the beach in the Summer
Four hearts; See Alex in the Town Square between 9 am and 4 pm
Five and six hearts; Go into Alex’s house while he is home
Eight hearts; Visit Alex on the beach
Ten hearts; After receiving a letter from Alex asking him to meet you, meet him in the Saloon between 7 pm and 10 pm
Fourteen hearts; On your second year onwards, go outside between 6 am and 8 20 am with 5,000 coins available

Elliot

Family: None
Career: None
Birthday: 5th of Fall
Lives: In a Cabin on the beach
Frequents: Beach, Forest, Library
Key Characteristics: Poet/Romantic/Dreamer

Although the ages of the characters in Stardew Valley are not exclusively stated, Elliot is another relatively young man. Elliot is known as a starving artist and writer and often states that he has dreams to become an author someday. He lives alone in his Cabin.

If a romantic starving artist is your type of guy, then Elliot might be a good choice for you!

If you want to track down Elliot in Spring you can find him hanging around outside his house on the Beach or the Bridge. In Summer Elliot spends a lot of time in the Forest. In Fall and Winter Elliot spends most of his time in the Library.

Once you have tracked down Elliot, it helps to give him gifts that he likes or loves! Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Elliot (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Crab Cake
Lobster
Duck Feather
Squid Ink
Pomegranate
Tom Kha Soup

Likes

Octopus
Squid

Dislikes

Milk
Chanterelle and Common Mushrooms
Daffodil
Purple Mushrooms
Magma Cap
Dandelions
Wild Horseradish
Pizza
Ginger
Winter Root
Snow Yam
Hazelnut
Holly
Leak
Morel

Hates

Amaranth
Sea Cucumber
Quartz
Salmonberry

As you get to know Elliot, there are certain things you need to do to progress your relationship meter with him.

Two hearts; Visit Elliot at his Cabin
Four hearts; Visit the Saloon while Gus is there between 3 pm and 10 pm
Six hearts; Visit Elliot at his Cabin
Eight hearts; Visit Elliot at the Museum after receiving a letter between 1 pm and 7 pm
Ten hearts; Visit the Beach between 7 am and 1 pm when it is not raining
Fourteen hearts; Go outside between 6 am and 3 pm when there are no festivals in the coming eight days

Harvey

Family: None
Career: Medical Professional
Birthday: 14th of Winter
Lives: Above the Clinic
Frequents: Clinic, Saloon
Key Characteristics: Professional/Mellow/Kind

Although the ages of the characters in Stardew Valley are not exclusively stated, Harvey is approximately a middle-aged man. Harvey is known as an upstanding member of the community while being professional and quiet. He lives alone above his Clinic.

If a studious, kind, and quiet professional is your type of guy, then Harvey might be a good choice for you!

If you want to track down Harvey in Spring you can find him at the Clinic or the Park. In Summer Harvey frequents the Clinic and the Fountain. In Fall Harvey can be found at the Clinic or at the bridge, in Winter Harvey spends a lot of time at the Clinic and the Saloon.

Once you have tracked down Harvey, it helps to give him gifts that he likes or loves! Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Harvey (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Coffee
Super Meal
Truffle Oil
Pickles
Wine

Likes

Wild Horseradish
Chanterelle
Leek
Common Mushroom
Daffodil
Duck Egg
Hazelnut
Duck Feather
Ginger
Goat Milk
Holly
Dandelion
Magma Cup
Purple Mushroom
Quartz
Morel
Snow Yam
Spring Onion
Winter Root

Dislikes

Bread
Hash browns
Blueberry Tart
Goat Cheese
Chocolate Cake
Pizza
Cranberry Sauce
Fried Mushroom
Glazed Yams
Cheese
Ice Cream
Pancakes
Pink Cake
Rhubarb Pie
Rice Pudding
Cookie

Hates

Spice Berry
Nautilus Shell
Coral
Salmonberry
Rainbow Shell

As you get to know Harvey, there are certain things you need to do to progress your relationship meter with him.

Two hearts; Visit George’s house while he is home
Four hearts; Visit the Clinic while Harvey is there
Six hearts; Visit the General Store between 11 am and 3 pm
Eight hearts; Visit the Clinic
Ten hearts; After receiving the letter, visit the railroad between 9 am and 5 pm
Fourteen hearts; Between 8 pm and Midnight enter an upgraded Farmhouse

Sam

Family: Kent is his father, Jodi is his mother, and Vincent is his brother
Career: Joja Mart employee
Birthday: 17th of Summer
Lives: North of the river
Frequents: Saloon, Museum, Beach, Woods
Key Characteristics: Musical/Outgoing

Sam is a young man similar to the ages of Alex and Elliot. Sam is passionate about music and plays both the guitar and the drums, who has hopes of someday being in a band. He lives at home with this mum, dad, and brother. If a musical, and ambitious person is your type of guy, then Sam might be a good choice for you!

If you want to track down Sam in Spring you can find him at home or near Mayor Lewis’s house. In Summer Sam can be found at home or near the beach. In Fall Sam can be found at home or the Forest and in Winter Sam can be found at home or the Saloon. Sam’s medical appointment is on the 11th of Fall.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Sam (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Tigers eye
Maple Bar
Cactus Fruit
Pizza

Likes

Joja Cola

Dislikes

Chanterelle
Wild Horseradish
Purple Mushroom
Common Mushrooms
Daffodil
Ginger
Holly
Leek
Magma Cup
Morel
Hazelnut
Quartz
Salmonberry
Dandelion
Seaweed
Snow Yam
Winter Root

Hates

Coal
Iron Bar
Iridium Bar
Gold Ore
Copper Bar
Pickles
Duck Mayonnaise
Gold Bar
Iridium Ore
Mayonnaise
Refined Quartz

As you get to know Sam, there are certain things you need to do to progress your relationship meter with him.

Two hearts; Visit Sam’s house while he is home
Three hearts; Visit the Beach between 7 am and 3 pm in your first year in Spring, Summer, or Fall
Four hearts; Visit Sam’s house while he is home
Six hearts; Visit the town between noon and 4 pm
Eight hearts; Sam visits you at home
Ten hearts; Between 8 pm and Midnight visit the town after receiving a letter from Sam
Fourteen hearts; Between 6:10 am and 5 pm visit the upgraded farmhouse

Sebastian

Family: Robin is his mother, Demetrius is his Step Father and Maru is his Half-Sister
Career: None
Birthday: 10th of Winter
Lives: In the Carpenter shop
Frequents: Saloon, Lake,
Key Characteristics: Moody/Introverted/Loner

Sebastian is a young man similar to the ages of Alex, Sam, and Elliot. Sebastian is extremely introverted and spends most of his time alone in his room on his computer.

If introverted gamer guys are your type of guy, then Sebastian might be a good choice for you!

If you want to track down Sebastian in Spring, Summer, and Winter you can find him at home or near the lake. In Fall Sebastian can be found at the lake. In Winter he can be found at home or the Saloon. Sebastian’s medical appointment is on the 4th of Summer.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Sebastian (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Void Egg
Frozen Tear
Pumpkin Soup
Sashimi
Obsidian

Likes

Quartz
Flounder

Dislikes

Chanterelle
Wild Horseradish
Purple Mushroom
Common Mushrooms
Daffodil
Ginger
Holly
Leek
Magma Cup
Morel
Hazelnut
Salmonberry
Dandelion
Snow Yam
Winter Root

Hates

Clay
Farmers Lunch
Omelet
Complete Breakfast

As you get to know Sebastian, there are certain things you need to do to progress your relationship meter with him.

Two hearts; Visit Sebastian’s house while he is home
Four hearts; Visit the Mountains between 11 am and 5 pm
Six hearts; Visit Sebastian’s room while he is there
Eight hearts; Visit the Beach between noon and 11 pm
Ten hearts; Visit the Mountains between 8 pm and Midnight
Fourteen hearts; Visit the Mountains between 6 am and 7 pm

Shane

Family: Marnie is his Aunt and Jas is his Goddaughter
Career: Joja Mart employee
Birthday: 20th of Spring
Lives: With Marnie south of your Farm
Frequents: Joja Mart, Saloon
Key Characteristics: Unhappy/Troubled/

Shane is a young man similar to the ages of Alex, Sam, Sebastian, and Elliot. Shane is extremely troubled and has a dark storyline, but as you get to know him he opens up. If a troubled, mysterious guy is your type of guy, then Shane might be a good choice for you!

If you want to track down Shane in Spring and Winter you can find him at the Joja Mart or the Saloon. In Summer he can be found at home or the Saloon. In Fall Shane can be found at the store or Saloon. Shane’s medical appointment is on the 4th of Summer.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Shane (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Pizza
Hot Pepper
Beer
Pepper Poppers

Likes

All Eggs
All Fruit

Dislikes

Chanterelle
Wild Horseradish
Purple Mushroom
Common Mushrooms
Daffodil
Ginger
Holly
Leek
Magma Cup
Morel
Hazelnut
Salmonberry
Dandelion
Snow Yam
Seaweed
Winter Root

Hates

Quartz
Pickles

As you get to know Shane, there are certain things you need to do to progress your relationship meter with him.

Two hearts; Visit the Forest between 8 pm and midnight
Four hearts; Visit Marnie’s ranch while Shane is home
Six hearts; Visit the Forest between 9 am and 8 pm on a wet day
Eight hearts; Visit Marnie’s ranch while Shane is home
Ten hearts; Leave home before 6 30 am and head to the bus stop between 4 pm and 6 pm
Fourteen hearts; Visit the town between 8 am and 5 pm Monday – Thursday and Saturday – Sunday

Eligible Bachelorettes

Abigail

Family: Daughter of Pierre and Caroline
Career: None
Birthday: 13th of Fall
Lives: In Pierre’s store with her mum and dad
Frequents: Bridge, Graveyard
Key Characteristics: Mystical/Spooky/Alternative

Abigail is a young woman of a similar age to Alex, Sam, Sebastian, and Elliot. Abigail is fun and alternative, which a passion for all things witchy and spooky.

If a mystical and alternative girl is your type, then Abigail might be a good choice for you!

If you want to track down Abigail, in Spring you can find her at the Store or the Bridge. In Summer you can find Abigail at the train, the lake, and the Mountain. In Fall you can find her at the Store, the Beach, the Bus Stop, the Graveyard, and Library. In Winter you can find her at the Store, Graveyard, and Wizards Tower. Abigail’s medical appointment is on the 4th of Spring.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Abigail (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Amethyst
Spicy Eel
Pufferfish
Pumpkin
Chocolate Cake
Banana Pudding
Blackberry Cobbler

Likes

Quartz

Dislikes

Wild Horseradish
Sugar

Hates

Holly
Clay

As you get to know Abigail, there are certain things you need to do to progress your relationship meter with her.

Two hearts; Visit the General Store while Abigail is there Monday- Friday or Sunday
Four hearts; Between noon and 7 pm visit the Mountains when it is dry in Spring, Summer, or Fall
Six hearts; Visit the Town between 9 pm and midnight when it is dry
Eight hearts; After receiving a letter in the post-visit the General Store between 8 pm and 10 pm
Ten hearts; After giving Abigail a bouquet, between 5 pm and midnight visit the Quarry
Fourteen hearts; Between the hours of 6 10 am and 5 pm visit the Backwoods

Emily

Family: Sister to Haley
Career: Works in the Saloon
Birthday: 27th of Spring
Lives: In the Town beside Jodi with her sister Haley
Frequents: Saloon, Pierre’s,
Key Characteristics: Artsy/Creative/Spiritual

Emily is a young woman of similar age to Abigail and Alex and Sam. Emily is very creative and enjoys making all of her own clothes. If a kind, creative and hard-working girl is your type, then Emily might be a good choice for you!

If you want to track down Emily, throughout all seasons she can be found in the Saloon, at home, and in Pierre’s. Emily’s medical appointment is on the 11th of Winter.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Emily (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Cloth
Emerald
Jade
Amethyst
Aquamarine
Survival Burger
Ruby
Wool
Topaz

Likes

Quartz
Daffodil

Dislikes

Spicy Eel
Rice Pudding
Ice Cream
Salmonberry
Fried Eel

Hates

Sashimi
Maki Roll
Fish Taco
Holly
Salmon Dinner

As you get to know Emily, there are certain things you need to do to progress your relationship meter with her.

Two hearts; Visit Emily’s house while she is home
Four hearts; Visit Town on a sunny day in Spring, Summer or Fall
Six hearts; Visit Emily’s house while she is home
Eight hearts; After receiving a letter in the post, visit the Mayors home
Ten hearts; After receiving a letter in the post, visit the Secret Woods after 10 pm the same day
Fourteen hearts; Between the hours of 5 am and 8 20 am leave the Farmhouse

Haley

Family: Sister to Emily
Career: None
Birthday: 14th of Spring
Lives: In the Town beside Jodi with her sister Emily
Frequents: River, Fountain, Beach
Key Characteristics: Self-centered/Shallow/Spoiled

Haley is a young woman of a similar age to Abigail and Emily. Although Haley is initially rude, spoiled, and direct she opens up over time. Haley is often initially described as shallow due to her care for her looks, she develops over time.

If a girly girl is your type, then Haley might be a good choice for you!

If you want to track down Haley in Spring she can be found by the River and the Fountain. In Summer she can be found at the Beach and the Ice Cream Stand. In Fall Haley can be found at the River and Fountain. While in Winter she can be found mostly at home or the Fountain. Haley’s medical appointment is on the 9th of Winter.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Haley (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Sunflower
Pink Cake
Fruit Salad
Coconut

Likes

Daffodil

Dislikes

Chanterelle
Common Mushroom
Dandelion
Ginger
Hazelnut
Holly
Leak
Magma Cup
Morel
Purple Mushroom
Quartz
Snow Yam
Winter Root

Hates

Wild Horseradish
Clay
Prismatic Stand

As you get to know Haley, there are certain things you need to do to progress your relationship meter with her.

Two hearts; Visit Haley’s house while she is home
Four hearts; Visit Haley’s house while she is home
Six hearts; Visit the Beach between 10 am and 4 pm in Spring, Summer, or Fall
Eight hearts; Visit the Forest between 10 am and 4 pm in Spring, Summer, or Fall
Ten hearts; Visit Haley’s house while she is home
Fourteen hearts; Visit the Town between 8 am and 3 pm when it is not raining, then between 6:20 am and 5 pm visit the Farmhouse. Lastly, visit the town with a chocolate cake between 6 am and 3 pm when it is not raining

Leah

Family: None
Career: None
Birthday: 23rd of Winter
Lives: In the Forest in her Cabin
Frequents: Saloon, River
Key Characteristics: Creative/Artistic/Kind

Leah is a young woman of a similar age to Abigail and Emily. Leah is kind, caring, polite, and creative. She makes sculptures and spends most of her time indoors creating.

If a creative and kind girl is your type, then Leah might be a good choice for you!

If you want to track down Leah in Spring she can be found by the River and the Forest. In Summer she can be found at the Beach and at home. In Fall Leah can be found at the River in town. While in Winter she can be found mostly at home or the Saloon. Leah’s medical appointment is on the 16th of Spring.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Leah (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Wine
Salad
Stir Fry
Goat Cheese
Poppyseed Muffin
Truffle
Vegetable Medley

Likes

Chanterelle
Common Mushroom
Dandelion
Daffodil
Driftwood
Ginger
Hazelnut
Holly
Leak
Magma Cup
Morel
Purple Mushroom
Snow Yam
Winter Root
Wild Horseradish
Spring Onion

Dislikes

Tortilla
Survival Burger
Seaweed
Carp Surprise
Cookie
Ice Cream
Fried Egg
Pink Cake
Rice Pudding

Hates

Void Egg
Bread
Hash Browns
Pancakes
Pizza

As you get to know Leah, there are certain things you need to do to progress your relationship meter with her.

Two hearts; Visit Leah’s house while she is home
Four hearts; Visit Leah’s house while she is home
Six hearts; Visit the Forest when Leah is there in Spring, Summer or Fall
Eight hearts; After being invited to her show visit the Town between 3 pm and 5 pm
Ten hearts; Visit the Forest between 11 am and 4 pm in Spring, Summer, or Fall
Fourteen hearts; Leave your home between 5 am and 8 20 am in Spring, Summer or Fall Monday – Saturday

Maru

Family: Daughter to Demetrius and Robin, and half-sister to Sebastian
Career: Works at the Clinic
Birthday: 10th of Summer
Lives: In the Carpenter Shop
Frequents: Clinic, Bench, and the Lake
Key Characteristics: Smart/Hard Working/Curious

Maru is a young woman of a similar age to Abigail and Emily. Maru is intelligent and studious with a passion for science and nature and spends her free time enjoying the outdoors.

If a scientific and outdoorsy girl is your type, then Maru might be a good choice for you!

If you want to track down Maru in Spring and Fall she can be found at work or on the town benches. In Summer Maru can be found at work or by the Lake. In Winter Maru can be found at work or by the graveyard, or town benches.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Maru (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Cauliflower
Battery Pack
Cheese Cauliflower
Gold Bar
Diamond
Iridium Bar
Pepper Poppers
Miner’s Treat
Rhubarb Pie
Radioactive Bar
Strawberry

Likes

Iron Bar
Copper Bar
Pine Tar
Oak Resin
Radioactive Ore
Quartz

Dislikes

Blackberry
Common Mushroom
Maple Syrup
Crystal Fruit
Salmonberry

Hates

Holly
Truffle
Snow Yam
Honey
Pickles

As you get to know Maru, there are certain things you need to do to progress your relationship meter with her.

Two hearts; Visit the Carpenter Shop while Maru is there
Four hearts; Visit the Clinic while Maru is there
Six hearts; Visit the Mountain between 9 pm and 11 40 pm on a sunny day
Eight hearts; Visit the Carpenter Shop while Maru is there
Ten hearts; Visit the Carpenter Shop between 9 am and 4 pm
Fourteen hearts; Enter your home between 6 10 am and 5 pm Monday – Saturday in Spring, Summer, or Fall. Then visit the Mountains between 10 pm and 1 am on a sunny day

Penny

Family: Daughter to Pam
Career: Tutor
Birthday: 2nd of Fall
Lives: In the Trailer
Frequents: Town, and Museum
Key Characteristics: Kind/Intelligent/Sensitive

Penny is a young woman of a similar age to Maru and Emily. Penny is extremely kind and spends her time tutoring some of the younger children. If a kind and a sensitive girl is your type, then Penny might be a good choice for you!

If you want to track down Penny in Spring she can be found at the Graveyard and the town benches and Library, Summer Penny can be found at the Library, and River. In Fall she can be found at the Graveyard, Saloon, or Library. In Winter Penny can be found in the Museum and the Community Centre. Penny has her annual check-up on the 4th of Winter.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Penny (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Diamond
Emerald
Poppy
Melon
Red Plate
Poppyseed Muffin
Roots Platter
Tom Kha Soup
Sandfish

Likes

Leek
Dandelion
All Milk
All Artefacts

Dislikes

Duck Feather
Pale Broth
Quartz
Algae Soup
Purple Mushroom
Red Mushroom
Wool
Salmonberry

Hates

Grape
Beer
Holly
Mead
Hops
Wine
Rabbits Foot
Pale Ale
Pina Colada

As you get to know Penny, there are certain things you need to do to progress your relationship meter with her.

Two hearts; Visit the Town between 9 am and 2 pm on a Sunny day
Four hearts; Visit the Trailer while Penny is there
Six hearts; Visit the Trailer while Penny is there
Eight hearts; Visit the Forest between 9 am and 4 pm
Ten hearts; After receiving the letter, visit the Spa between 7 pm and Midnight
Fourteen hearts; Enter your home between 3 pm and 7 pm when Penny is home

Other Characters

There are characters within Stardew Valley that you can become close with but are unable to pursue romantically.

Caroline

Family: Married to Pierre, Mother to Abigail
Career:
Birthday: 7th of Winter
Lives: In the General Store
Frequents: General Store, Town Square

If you want to track down Caroline most days she spends time at the General Store and town square. Although on Sundays she can be found around the Community Centre. While on Fridays she can be found at the Museum. Caroline has her annual check-up on the 25th of Fall.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Caroline (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Green Tea
Fish Taco
Tropical Curry
Summer Spangle

Likes

Tea Leaves
Daffodil

Dislikes

Amaranth
Chanterelle
Common Mushroom
Duck Mayonnaise
Dandelion
Hazlenut
Ginger
Leek
Holly
Mayonnaise
Magma Cup
Purple Mushroom
Morel
Snow Yam
Winter Root
Wild Horseradish

Heart Events

Two hearts; Visit Caroline’s kitchen between 9 am and 5 pm on a dry day
Three hearts; Caroline sends you a recipe
Six hearts; Visit the Store while Caroline and Abigail are there
Seven hearts; Caroline sends you a recipe

Evelyn

Family: Married to George and Grandmother to Alex
Career: None
Birthday: 20th of Winter
Lives: South of the General Store
Frequents: Plants at the Town Square and her home

If you want to track down Evelyn most days she spends time at home with George or admiring the flowers in the Town, or inside the Community Centre. Store and town square. Evelyn has regular checkups on the 2nd of every month.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Evelyn (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Chocolate Cake
Diamond
Beet
Stuffing
Fairy Rose
Tulip

Likes

Daffodil
All Milk

Dislikes

Quartz
Wild Horseradish

Hates

Trout Soup
Spiced Berry
Spicy Eel
Salmonberry
Sashimi
Maki Roll
Garlic
Holly
Coral
Fried Eel
Clay
Clam

Heart Events

Four hearts; Visit Evelyn at home
Seven hearts; Evelyn sends you a recipe

Jas

Family: Niece to Marnie, and Goddaughter to Shane
Career: None
Birthday: 4th of Summer
Lives: Marnie’s Ranch
Frequents: Home, Park

If you want to track down Jas most days she spends time in the Forest, at home, and in the park. Jas has her check up on the 18th of Winter

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Jas (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Fairy Rose
Plum Pudding
Pink Cake

Likes

Daffodil
Coconut

Dislikes

All Eggs
Chanterelle
Common Mushroom
Dandelion
Ginger
Hazlenut
Holly
Leek
Magma Cup
Morel
Purple Mushroom
Quartz
Snow Yam
Winter Root

Heart Events

Eight hearts; Visit the Forest in Spring between 6 am and 5 pm

Jodi

Family: Married to Kent, Mother to Sam and Vincent
Career: None
Birthday: 11th Fall
Lives: West of the Town Square
Frequents: Town Square, Store

If you want to track down Jodi she can be found at the Store or Town Square, or Joja Mart. Jodi has her check-up on the 18th of Spring.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Jodi (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Vegetable Medley
Pancakes
Rhubarb Pie
Eggplant Parmesan
Fried Eel
Diamond
Crispy Bass
Chocolate Cake

Likes

All Eggs
All Fruit
All Milk

Dislikes

Chanterelle
Common Mushroom
Garlic
Dandelion
Ginger
Hazlenut
Holly
Leek
Magma Cup
Morel
Purple Mushroom
Quartz
Snow Yam
Wild Horseradish
Winter Root

Hates

Spice Berry
Dandelion
Daffodil

Heart Events

Two hearts; Enter Jodi’s room
Three Hearts; Jodi sends you a recipe
Four Hearts; Leave your home between 6 am and 9 30 am on a Monday
Seven Hearts; Jodi sends you a recipe

Marnie

Family: Aunt to Jas and Shane
Career: Runs the Ranch
Birthday: 18th Fall
Lives: Marnie’s Ranch
Frequents: Ranch and Saloon

If you want to track down Marnie she can be found at the Store, Ranch, or Saloon. Marnie has her check-up on the 18th of Fall.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Marnie (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Pink Cake
Pumpkin Pie
Diamond
Farmers Lunch

Likes

Quartz
All Eggs
All Milk

Dislikes

Wild Horseradish
Seaweed
Salmonberry

Hates

Holly
Clay

Heart Events

Three hearts; Leave your home between 6 30 am and 9 30 am
Six Hearts; Visit the Town between 7 pm and 11 pm
Seven Hearts; Marnie sends you a recipe

Pam

Family: Mother to Penny
Career: Bus Driver
Birthday: 18th Spring
Lives: Trailer
Frequents: Saloon

If you want to track down Pam she can be found at the Joja Mart, Saloon, and Bus Stop. Pam has her check-up on the 25th of Spring.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Pam (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Beer
Cactus Fruit
Pale Ale
Glazed Yams
Mead
Parsnip
Parsnip Soup
Pina Colada

Likes

All Milk
Daffodil

Dislikes

All Eggs
Quartz
Wild Horseradish

Hates

Squid
Octopus
Holly

Heart Events

Three hearts; Pam sends you a recipe
Seven Hearts; Pam sends you a recipe
Nine Hearts; Visit Pam’s house four days or more after the Community Centre is complete

Robin

Family: Married to Demetrius, Mother to Maru and Sebastian
Career: Carpenter
Birthday: 21st Fall
Lives: Carpenter Shop
Frequents: Mountains, Saloon

If you want to track down Robin she can be found at the counter or her shop o the Mountains and in the evenings at the Saloon. Robin has her check up on the 18th of Summer

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Robin (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Spaghetti
Goat Cheese
Peach

Likes

Quartz
Hardwood
All Milk
All Fruit

Dislikes

Wild Horseradish

Hates

Holly

Heart Events

Six hearts; Visit Robin while she’s at home
Seven Hearts; Robin sends you a recipe

Sandy

Family: None
Career: Oasis Store
Birthday: 15th Fall
Lives: Oasis
Frequents: Oasis/Desert

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Sandy (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Crocus
Daffodil
Sweet Pea
Mango Sticky Rice

Likes

All Fruit
Goat Milk
Quartz
Wool

Hates

Holly

Heart Events

Seven hearts; Sandy sends you a recipe

Clint

Family:
Career: Blacksmith
Birthday: 26th Winter
Lives: Blacksmith Shop
Frequents: Saloon, Blacksmith Shop

If you want to track down Clint he can be found at the counter or his shop or in the evenings at the Saloon. Clint has his check-up on the 16th of Winter.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Clint (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Topaz
Ruby
Omni Geode
Jade
Iridium Bar
Gold Bar
Emerald
Fiddlehead Risotto
Artichoke Dip
Amethyst
Aquamarine

Likes

Copper Bar
Iron Bar

Dislikes

All Flowers
Quartz
Salmonberry
Wild Horseradish

Hates

Holly

Heart Events

Three hearts; Visit the Saloon between 7 pm and 11 pm on a Monday
Six Hearts; Enter Town between 9 am and 6 30 pm
Seven Hearts; Clint sends you a recipe

Demetrius

Family: Husband to Robin, Father to Maru and Sebastian
Career: Scientist
Birthday: 19th Summer
Lives: Carpenter Shop
Frequents: Carpenter Shop, Outdoors

If you want to track down Demetrius he can be found at the counter or his shop or in the evenings at the Saloon and has his Clinic appointment on the 25th of Summer.

Here is a guide on some of the best gifts for Demetrius (additional to the universal likes and dislikes shared by all Stardew characters)

Loves

Strawberry
Ice Cream
Bean Hotpot
Rice Pudding

Likes

All Fruit
All Eggs (Except Void Eggs)
Purple Mushroom

Dislikes

Quartz

Hates

Holly

Heart Events

Three hearts; Receive a recipe from Demetrius
Six Hearts; Enter his home when Robin and Demetrius are home
Seven Hearts; Demetrius sends you a recipe

Dwarf

Family: None
Career: Acts as his own shop
Birthday: 22nd Summer
Lives: Mines
Frequents: Mines only

Loves

Topaz
Ruby
Omni Geode
Jade
Aquamarine
Amethyst
Emerald
Lemon stone

Likes

Artifacts
Cave Carrot
Quartz

Dislikes

All Eggs
All Milk
Daffodil
Dandelion
Common Mushroom
Chanterelle
Ginger
Leek
Holly
Hazelnut
Morel
Magma Cup
Purple Mushroom
Snow Yam
Horseradish
Winter Root
Salmonberry

Hates

Universal hates

Heart Events

50 Friendship Points; Enter the sewers after buying a Stardrop

George

Family: Married to Evelyn and Grandfather to Alex
Career: None
Birthday: 24th Fall
Lives: Below Pierre’s Shop
Frequents: Home, Pierre’s

George has his Clinic appointment on the 23rd of every Season.

Loves

Leek
Fried Mushroom

Likes

Daffodil

Dislikes

All Flowers (Except Poppy)
Horseradish
Salmonberry

Hates

Quartz
Holly
Clay
Dandelion

Heart Events

Three Hearts; George sends you a recipe
Six Hearts; Visit George at home
Seven Hearts; George sends you a recipe

Gus

Family: None
Career: Bartender
Birthday: 8th Summer
Lives: Saloon
Frequents: Saloon, Pierre’s

If you want to track down Gus he can be found at the Bar or Pierre’s and has his Clinic appointment on the 4th of Fall.

Loves

Diamond
Fish Taco
Escargot
Tropical Curry
Orange

Likes

Daffodil

Dislikes

Horseradish
Salmonberry

Hates

Quartz
Coleslaw
Holly

Heart Events

Three Hearts; Gus sends you a recipe
Four Hearts; Enter the Saloon
Five Hearts; Leave the Farmhouse between 6am and 11 30am when it’s dry
Seven Hearts; Gus sends you a recipe

Kent

Family: Married to Jodi, Father to Sam and Vincent
Career: Army
Birthday: 4th Spring
Lives: North of the Beach
Frequents: Town Trees, Pierre’s, Saloon

Loves

Roasted Hazelnuts
Fiddlehead Risotto

Likes

All Eggs
All Fruit
Daffodil

Dislikes

Pina Colada
Quartz
Snow Yam

Hates

All Milk
Holly
Tortilla
Sashimi
Algae Soup

Heart Events

Three Hearts; Visit Ken’s home, he will send you a recipe
Seven Hearts; Kent sends you a recipe

Krobus

Family: None
Career: Has his own shop
Birthday: 1st Winter
Lives: Sewers
Frequents: Sewers Only

Loves

Diamond
Horseradish
Void Egg
Pumpkin
Void Mayonnaise
Iridium Bar

Likes

Quartz
Gold Bar

Dislikes

Winter Root
Snow Yam
Salmonberry
Purple Mushroom
Magma Cup
Morel
Leek
Life Elixir
Holly
Hazelnut
Daffodil
Dandelion
Ginger
Common Mushroom
Chanterelle

Hates

Universal

Heart Events

Three Hearts; Sends you a recipe
Fourteen Hearts; Visit the Beach between 8 pm and 1 am on a dry day

Leo

Family: None
Career: None
Birthday: 26th Summer
Lives: Ginger Island
Frequents: Ginger Island

Loves

Poi
Duck Feather
Mango
Ostrich Egg

Likes

Spice Berry
Sea Urchin
Quartz
Rainbow Shell
Nautilus Shell
Dragon Tooth
Mango Sticky Rice

Dislikes

Winter Root
Snow Yam
Salmonberry
Purple Mushroom
Magma Cup
Leek
Hazelnut
Daffodil
Dandelion
Ginger
Common Mushroom
Chanterelle
Pickles

Hates

Wine
Pale Ale
Unmilled Rice
Triple Espresso
Pina Colada
Oil
Mead
Morel
Holly
Hops
Beer

Heart Events

Two Hearts; Visit Island West between 6 am and 6 pm
Three Hearts; Sends you a recipe
Four Hearts; Visit Island North between 6 am and 6 pm
Six Hearts; Visit Island South between 6 am and 6 pm
Seven Hearts; Sends you a recipe
Nine Hearts; Visit the Mountain between 6 am and 7 pm when it’s dry

Lewis

Family: None
Career: Mayor
Birthday: 7th Spring
Lives: North of the Beach
Frequents: Pierre’s, Marnie‘s, Outside the Clinic

Loves

Vegetable Medley
Green Tea
Hot Pepper
Glazed Yams
Autumns Bounty

Likes

Coconut
Blueberry
Cactus Fruit

Dislikes

All Milk
Horseradish
Salmonberry

Hates

Holly
Quartz

Heart Events

Three Hearts; Sends you a recipe
Six Hearts; Visit the town on a sunny day between 7 pm and 11 pm
Seven Hearts; Sends you a recipe

Linus

Family: None
Career: None
Birthday: Winter 3rd
Lives: Tent
Frequents: Tent, Lake,

Loves

Yam
Coconut
Blueberry Tart
Cactus Fruit
Dish O The Sea

Likes

Spring Onion
Winter Root
Snow Yam
Salmonberry
Purple Mushroom
Magma Cup
Leek
Hazelnut
Daffodil
Dandelion
Ginger
Common Mushroom
Chanterelle

Dislikes

All Gems (Except Diamond and Prismatic Shards)
Foraged Minerals

Hates

Universal Hates

Pierre

Family: Husband to Caroline and Father to Abigail
Career: Runs his Store
Birthday: 26th Spring
Lives: Pierre’s store
Frequents: Pierre’s, Saloon

Loves

Fried Calamari

Likes

All Milk
All Eggs (Except Void Egg)
Dandelion
Daffodil

Dislikes

Winter Root
Snow Yam
Salmonberry
Purple Mushroom
Magma Cup
Leek
Hazelnut
Daffodil
Dandelion
Ginger
Common Mushroom
Chanterelle
Holly

Hates

All Fish
Garlic
Corn
Tortilla
Parsnip Soup

Heart Events

Three Hearts; Sends you a recipe
Six Hearts; Enter Pierre’s

Vincent

Family: Son to Jodi and Kent, Brother to Sam
Career: None
Birthday: 10th Spring
Lives: North of the Beach
Frequents: Home, Town Square, Museum

Vincent has his clinic appointment on Spring 11th

Loves

Grape
Ginger Ale
Pink Cake
Snail
Cranberry Candy

Likes

Daffodil
Coconut

Dislikes

Winter Root
Snow Yam
Purple Mushroom
Magma Cup
Leek
Hazelnut
Daffodil
Dandelion
Ginger
Common Mushroom
Chanterelle
Holly
Quartz

Hates

Horseradish
Pina Colada
Clay
Triple Espresso
All Artisan Goods (Except Jelly, Honey, and Oil)

Heart Events

Eight Hearts; Visit the Forest in Spring between 6 am and 5 pm

Willy

Family: None
Career: FishMonger
Birthday: 24th Summer
Lives: Fish Shop
Frequents: Fish Shop, Saloon

Willy has his clinic appointment on Spring 9th

Loves

Sturgeon
Pumpkin
Sea Cucumber
Mead
Octopus
Diamond
Iridium Bar
Catfish

Likes

Quartz
Gold Bar
Lingcod
Tiger Trout
Carp Surprise
Baked Fish
Crab Cakes
Chowder
Crispy Bass
Fish Stew
Fish Taco
Fried Eel
Fried Calamari
Lobster Bisque
Salmon Dinner
Trout Soup
Seafoam Pudding

Dislikes

Winter Root
Horseradish
Snow Yam
Salmonberry
Purple Mushroom
Morel
Magma Cup
Life Elixir
Leek
Hazelnut
Daffodil
Dandelion
Ginger
Common Mushroom
Chanterelle
Holly

Hates

Universal

Heart Events

Three Hearts; Sends you a recipe
Five Hearts; Sends you a recipe
Six Hearts; Visit the Beach between 6 am and 5 10 pm
Seven Hearts; Sends you a recipe
Nine Hearts; Sends you a recipe

The Wizard

Family: None
Career: None
Birthday: 17th Winter
Lives: Forest
Frequents: Wizards Tower

Loves

Purple Mushroom
Super Cucumber
Solar Essence
Void Essence

Likes

All Geode Minerals
Quartz

Dislikes

All Eggs
All Milk
Winter Root
Horseradish
Snow Yam
Salmonberry
Slime
Morel
Magma Cup
Leek
Hazelnut
Daffodil
Dandelion
Ginger
Common Mushroom
Chanterelle
Holly

Hates

Universal Hates

FAQs

Question: Can I Pick Male and Female Partners?

Answer: Yes! The choice is entirely yours, you can pursue any single character of age

Question: Can I Change My Mind About My Partner?

Answer: If you marry a character you are able to divorce them and marry someone else if you like!

Question: How Do I Get a Divorce?

Answer: Visit the Mayor’s house and approach a book which when selected will give you the option to file for a divorce

Stardew Valley Characters Guide: In Conclusion

There are a lot of exciting things ahead of you when you enter the incredibly developed and detailed world of Stardew Valley, pick your future partner carefully!