In the enchanting world of Stardew Valley, nurturing relationships with the local residents is a key part of the gameplay experience. Among the beloved characters is Penny, a warm-hearted villager known for her love of books. Many players find themselves enchanted by her personality, with some even seeking to marry her.
To enhance friendships or pursue a romance with Penny, selecting the right gifts can significantly impact your relationship. Players can give her a maximum of two gifts each week, with an additional opportunity on her birthday, which falls on Fall 2.
Updated on December 15, 2024, by Ashely Claudino: Engaging with the villagers of Pelican Town is a fantastic way to build rapport. While conversing offers a slight relationship boost, giving presents accelerates friendship gains. Loved and liked gifts are particularly effective, while disliked or hated gifts can hinder your progress. This guide has been updated to include a comprehensive list of Penny’s most favored, somewhat liked, and least favored gifts in Stardew Valley.
Penny’s Loved Gifts
The most effective strategy for gaining hearts with Penny is presenting her with items she adores. In addition to all universal loves (except the Rabbit’s Foot), here are her specific favorites:
| Penny’s Unique Loves | How to Obtain |
|---|---|
| Diamonds | Found in the mines, typically in nodes on floors 50 and below. |
| Emeralds | Located within nodes in the mines. |
| Melon Seeds | Available at Pierre’s during Summer. |
| Poppy Seeds | Can be purchased at Pierre’s during Summer. |
| Sandfish | Catch during the day at the pond in the desert. |
| Poppyseed Muffin | Requires 1 Poppy, 1 Wheat Flour, and 1 Sugar. |
| Roots Platter | Made with 1 Red Cabbage and 1 Radish. |
| Winter Root Stew | Cook with 1 Cave Carrot and 1 Winter Root. |
| Fruit Salad | Prepare with 1 Coconut, 1 Shrimp, and 1 Common Mushroom. |
Penny’s Liked Gifts
If gathering loved gifts proves challenging, consider opting for items that Penny likes instead. While less effective than her favorites, these gifts still contribute positively to your friendship.
Penny appreciates all universal likes, with exceptions such as Algae Soup, Beer, Mead, Pale Ale, Pale Broth, Piña Colada, and Wine. In addition, offering her any type of milk or artifacts will also be well-received. Dandelions and Leeks, which can be foraged in the Spring, are also among her liked items.
Penny’s Disliked and Hated Gifts
Conversely, there are several items that players should avoid giving to Penny, as these will provoke dislike or even hatred, resulting in lost resources. Below is a concise list of gifts to steer clear of:
- Universal dislikes (aside from those already mentioned)
- Universal hates (excluding those listed above)
Complete List of Penny’s Gifting Preferences
| Loves | Likes | Dislikes | Hates |
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