Remember our second quest after arriving in Pelican Town? Right after finishing the "Introductions" quest, you had to "give a gift to someone". Do you still remember what that very first gift was?
But watch out—if you accidentally give someone a gift they hate, they might get upset, and your friendship level will drop. This is a total deal-breaker, especially if you're trying to put a ring on one of the marriage candidates. So, do you actually know what the singles in Stardew really want? Curious about what Sebastian or Emily like? Well, let me break it down for you!

Gifts for Bachelors
Sebastian

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Love |
Frozen Tear |
Obsidian |
Pumpkin Soup |
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Sashimi |
Void Egg |
Frog Egg |
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Like |
Monster Compendium |
Quartz |
Flounder |
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Combat Quarterly |
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Neutral |
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Dislike |
Chanterelle |
Common Mushroom |
Daffodil |
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Dandelion |
Ginger |
Hazelnut |
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Holly |
Leek |
Magma Cap |
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Morel |
Purple Mushroom |
Salmonberry |
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Snow Yam |
Wild Horseradish |
Winter Root |
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Hate |
Clay |
Complete Breakfast |
Farmer's Lunch |
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Omelet |
Piña Colada |
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Oh my god, Sebastian! You are such a picky eater, aren't you? But whatever, he's still my absolute favorite in the whole world, and I'm totally down to give him every single Frozen Tear I find!
Sam

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Love |
Cactus Fruit |
Maple Bar |
Pizza |
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Tigerseye |
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Like |
Joja Cola |
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Neutral |
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Dislike |
Chanterelle |
Common Mushroom |
Daffodil |
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Dandelion |
Ginger |
Hazelnut |
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Holly |
Leek |
Magma Cap |
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Morel |
Purple Mushroom |
Salmonberry |
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Snow Yam |
Wild Horseradish |
Winter Root |
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Quartz |
Seaweed |
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Hate |
Bone Fragment |
Cinder Shard |
Quartz refinado |
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Coal |
Copper Bar |
Duck Mayonnaise |
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Gold Bar |
Gold Ore |
Iridium Bar |
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Iridium Ore |
Iron Bar |
Mayonnaise |
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Pickles |
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Well, for being Sebastian's best friend, Sam is a close second when it comes to being picky. He definitely has that rebel-punk vibe, but the funny thing is, he actually hates all kinds of metals and minerals. On the bright side, Sam is one of the few people in town who actually likes Joja Cola, so now you know exactly what to do with all those cans you hook while fishing!
Alex

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Love |
Salmon Dinner |
Complete Breakfast |
Jack Be Nimble, Jack Be Thick |
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Like |
Field Snack |
Dinosaur Egg |
Parrot Egg |
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Neutral |
Chanterelle |
Common Mushroom |
Daffodil |
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Dandelion |
Ginger |
Hazelnut |
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Frog Egg |
Leek |
Magma Cap |
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Morel |
Purple Mushroom |
Snow Yam |
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Winter Root |
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Dislike |
Salmonberry |
Wild Horseradish |
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Hate |
Holly |
Quartz |
Gym bros are always super picky about their macros, which is why Alex sticks to high-protein, well-balanced meals. He's such a sweet guy. If you want to boost his friendship level fast without dropping a ton of gold on a Salmon Dinner or a Complete Breakfast, you can just give him a Field Snack or even a regular egg.

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Elliott

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Love |
Crab Cakes |
Duck Feather |
Lobster |
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Pomegranate |
Squid Ink |
Tom Kha Soup |
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Like |
Octopus |
Squid |
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Neutral |
Rainbow Shell |
Sea Urchin |
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Dislike |
Chanterelle |
Common Mushroom |
Daffodil |
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Dandelion |
Ginger |
Hazelnut |
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Holly |
Leek |
Magma Cap |
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Morel |
Purple Mushroom |
Snow Yam |
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Winter Root |
Pizza |
Wild Horseradish |
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Hate |
Amaranth |
Quartz |
Salmonberry |
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Sea Cucumber |
Super Cucumber |
Elliott and his "good side" probably get along great with Willy. Besides being the only two neighbors living on the beach, they both seem fascinated by anything and everything related to the ocean. Plus, things like Duck Feathers and Squid Ink are perfect for him to use as writing supplies. That said, in the early game, I'm not about to hand over anything he Loves, Likes, or even feels Neutral about—everything he wants is way too expensive!
Shane

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Love |
Beer |
Hot Pepper |
Pepper Poppers |
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Pizza |
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Like |
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Neutral |
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Strange Bun |
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Dislike |
Chanterelle |
Common Mushroom |
Daffodil |
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Dandelion |
Ginger |
Hazelnut |
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Holly |
Leek |
Magma Cap |
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Morel |
Purple Mushroom |
Snow Yam |
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Winter Root |
Seaweed |
Wild Horseradish |
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Hate |
Pickles |
Quartz |
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Even though he's always rudely asking, "Don't you have work to do?", how bad can a guy who loves beer and hot peppers really be? It's true that when you're at low hearts with Shane, he says some pretty hurtful things. But if you keep bringing him fresh eggs and peppers, or buy him a drink every now and then, you'll see that it won't take long for him to open up to you!
Harvey

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Love |
Coffee |
Pickles |
Super Meal |
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Truffle Oil |
Wine |
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Like |
Chanterelle |
Common Mushroom |
Daffodil |
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Dandelion |
Ginger |
Hazelnut |
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Holly |
Leek |
Magma Cap |
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Morel |
Purple Mushroom |
Snow Yam |
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Winter Root |
Quartz |
Wild Horseradish |
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Duck Egg |
Duck Feather |
Goat Milk |
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Large Goat Milk |
Spring Onion |
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Neutral |
Large Milk |
Milk |
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Dislike |
Rice Pudding |
Hashbrowns |
Cookie |
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Ice Cream |
Glazed Yams |
Bread |
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Chocolate Cake |
Pink Cake |
Pizza |
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Cheese |
Goat Cheese |
Cranberry Sauce |
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Fried Mushroom |
Blueberry Tart |
Rhubarb Pie |
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Pancakes |
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Hate |
Coral |
Nautilus Shell |
Rainbow Shell |
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Salmonberry |
Spice Berry |
Are you telling me the doctor hates greasy and sugary food, but he can't say no to coffee and wine? I've been saying it all along—you literally can't live without those two things! But seriously, maybe it's because Harvey lives such a healthy lifestyle, or maybe it's because I'm always stuck in the mines, but I usually only ever see him when I get knocked out by a monster...
Gifts for Bachelorettes
Emily

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Love |
Amethyst |
Aquamarine |
Cloth |
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Emerald |
Jade |
Ruby |
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Parrot Egg |
Survival Burger |
Topaz |
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Wool |
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Like |
Daffodil |
Quartz |
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Neutral |
Chanterelle |
Common Mushroom |
Wild Horseradish |
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Dandelion |
Ginger |
Hazelnut |
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Winter Root |
Leek |
Magma Cap |
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Morel |
Purple Mushroom |
Snow Yam |
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Dislike |
Fried Eel |
Ice Cream |
Rice Pudding |
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Salmonberry |
Spicy Eel |
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Hate |
Fish Taco |
Holly |
Maki Roll |
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Salmon Dinner |
Sashimi |
Emily, the resident seamstress and spiritual guide of Pelican Town, is such a sweetheart and so pretty that it's no wonder she's stolen the hearts of so many players. She absolutely loves all kinds of gems and minerals. Once you've given her enough gifts and reach a 10-heart friendship, you'll unlock a super interesting cutscene that you definitely won't see coming...
Haley

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Love |
Coconut |
Fruit Salad |
Pink Cake |
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Sunflower |
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Like |
Daffodil |
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Neutral |
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Dislike |
Chanterelle |
Common Mushroom |
Mystic Syrup |
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Dandelion |
Ginger |
Hazelnut |
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Holly |
Leek |
Magma Cap |
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Morel |
Purple Mushroom |
Snow Yam |
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Winter Root |
Quartz |
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Hate |
Clay |
Prismatic Shard |
Wild Horseradish |
What a goddess! Her favorite sunflowers look just like her golden hair; I'm planning on filling my entire farm with them just for her! Of course, if you're low on resources early on, you can give her daffodils, which are literally everywhere in the spring. Once you fix the bus to the desert, you can also forage some cocos for her. But heads up! Haley is the only person in Pelican Town who hates Prismatic Shards. They're insanely expensive, so don't mess up and give her one by mistake!
Abigail

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Love |
Amethyst |
Spicy Eel |
Pumpkin |
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Monster Compendium |
Chocolate Cake |
Pufferfish |
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Banana Pudding |
Blackberry Cobbler |
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Like |
Ancient Sword |
Quartz |
Basilisk Paw |
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Bone Flute |
Combat Quarterly |
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Neutral |
Chanterelle |
Common Mushroom |
Daffodil |
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Dandelion |
Ginger |
Hazelnut |
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Winter Root |
Leek |
Magma Cap |
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Morel |
Purple Mushroom |
Snow Yam |
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Dislike |
Sugar |
Wild Horseradish |
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Hate |
Clay |
Holly |
Why is the quirky Abigail so into monsters and combat? It's because behind that cute exterior lies a true adventurous spirit. You can sometimes find her hanging out in Cindersap Forest (near the Wizard's Tower); in fact, rumor has it she might actually be Rasmodius's daughter. Also, her obsession with amethysts and quartz seems to come from a really weird 'condition'... she literally eats minerals for breakfast!
By the way, she likes my coworker Eva (lol).
Leah

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Love |
Goat Cheese |
Poppyseed Muffin |
Salad |
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Stir Fry |
Wine |
Vegetable Medley |
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Truffle |
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Like |
Chanterelle |
Common Mushroom |
Daffodil |
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Dandelion |
Ginger |
Hazelnut |
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Holly |
Leek |
Magma Cap |
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Morel |
Purple Mushroom |
Snow Yam |
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Winter Root |
Driftwood |
Wild Horseradish |
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Spring Onion |
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Neutral |
All Universal Neutrals (except Bread, Fried Egg, & Truffle) |
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Dislike |
Rice Pudding |
Carp Surprise |
Cookie |
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Ice Cream |
Fried Egg |
Seaweed |
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Survival Burger |
Pink Cake |
Tortilla |
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Hate |
Bread |
Hashbrowns |
Pancakes |
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Pizza |
Void Egg |
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Leah is an incredibly talented sculptor, and it feels like she spends all day talking shop about art with Elliott. Since she spends hours at home working on her wood carvings, she's the only resident in Pelican Town who doesn't hate Driftwood—to her, it's not trash at all! Just a heads-up: when you hit two hearts and head over to her cottage for her event, do not pick the option to try and kiss her.
Penny

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Love |
Diamond |
Emerald |
Melon |
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Poppy |
Poppyseed Muffin |
Red Plate |
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Tom Kha Soup |
Roots Platter |
Sandfish |
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Like |
Dandelion |
Leek |
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Neutral |
Chanterelle |
Common Mushroom |
Daffodil |
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Wild Horseradish |
Snow Yam |
Hazelnut |
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Winter Root |
Morel |
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Dislike |
Algae Soup |
Duck Feather |
Pale Broth |
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Purple Mushroom |
Quartz |
Red Mushroom |
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Salmonberry |
Wool |
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Hate |
Beer |
Holly |
Grape |
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Hops |
Mead |
Pale Ale |
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Rabbit's Foot |
Wine |
Piña Colada |
Between an alcoholic mom, an absent father, and a broken home... that's the reality for Penny. She's such a fragile yet brave girl who has won everyone's hearts. Do you want to help her escape her situation? Come on, player! What are you waiting for? Give her those Diamonds and Emeralds she loves so much and pop the question!
Maru

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Love |
Battery Pack |
Cauliflower |
Cheese Cauliflower |
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Diamond |
Gold Bar |
Iridium Bar |
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Miner's Treat |
Pepper Poppers |
Lingote radiactivo |
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Rhubarb Pie |
Strawberry |
Dwarf Gadget |
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Like |
Copper Bar |
Iron Bar |
Resina de roble |
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Brea de pino |
Quartz |
Mineral radiactivo |
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Purple Mushroom |
Chanterelle |
Magma Cap |
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Morel |
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Neutral |
Ginger |
Leek |
Daffodil |
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Wild Horseradish |
Dandelion |
Hazelnut |
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Winter Root |
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Dislike |
Blackberry |
Common Mushroom |
Crystal Fruit |
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Maple Syrup |
Salmonberry |
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Hate |
Honey |
Holly |
Pickles |
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Snow Yam |
Truffle |
She's a total brainiac who definitely got her smarts from her dad, so she's always tinkering with her inventions and constantly needs Battery Packs. Don't have any to spare? No worries! You can give her a Diamond, a Cauliflower, or a Strawberry instead. She'll be absolutely thrilled, and she'll totally make you feel like the best gift-giver ever!
Conclusion
And that's a wrap on our gift guide for all the Stardew Valley marriage candidates! Because of space constraints, we couldn't list every single item, so your best bet is to stick to what's on this list.
Obviously, it's impossible to memorize this many gifts (I definitely can't!), so make sure to bookmark this post or follow LDShop. Whenever you're drawing a blank on what does Sebastian like or what does Haley want, just check back with our guide and you're all set!
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Cristal is a video game editor at LDShop.gg, specializing in detailed coverage of RPGs and strategy games. With a particular focus on titles such as Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, and Wuthering Waves, she combines deep industry knowledge with her own experience as a player to deliver clear, useful, and actionable content. Her work is dedicated to helping players make better decisions, whether it's understanding the latest updates or perfecting their in-game strategies.



