Meet Evelyn: The Sweet Granny of Stardew Valley

Evelyn, affectionately known as Granny, is one of the warmest and most endearing characters in Stardew Valley. With her nurturing demeanor and love for gardening, Evelyn embodies the heart and soul of the valley’s close-knit community. Let’s delve into Evelyn’s daily routine, her favorite gifts, and the benefits of befriending this delightful grandmother.

Evelyn's Schedule

Evelyn’s routine is centered around her home and the town square, where she spends her days tending to her garden and socializing with other villagers. Here’s where you can find her throughout the year:

Spring, Summer, Fall:

• Monday to Friday:
  • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Inside her house.
  • 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Watering the garden in front of her house.
  • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM: At home, often in the kitchen.
  • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Sitting in the living room.
• Saturday:
  • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Inside her house.
  • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Walking to Pierre’s General Store.
  • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Shopping at Pierre’s.
  • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Returning home.
• Sunday:
  • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Inside her house.
  • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Walking to the town square.
  • 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Sitting on a bench in the town square.
  • 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM: Returning home.

Winter:

• Monday to Sunday:
  • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Inside her house.
  • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Walking around the town square.
  • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM: At home, often in the kitchen.
  • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Sitting in the living room.

Evelyn’s Gift Preferences

Loves:

• Beet
• Chocolate Cake
• Diamond
• Fairy Rose
• Stuffing
• Tulip

Likes:

• All Artisan Goods (except Coffee, Green Tea, and Oil)
• All Cooking (except Fried Egg, Bread, Strange Bun, and the Universal Dislikes)
• All Flowers (except Poppy)
• Dandelion
• Leek
• Parsnip
• Parsnip Soup
• Vegetable Medley

Neutral:

• Chanterelle
• Common Mushroom
• Daffodil
• Hazelnut
• Morel
• Purple Mushroom
• Snow Yam
• Winter Root

Dislikes:

• All Fruit (except Fruit Tree Fruit)
• Clay
• Wild Horseradish

Hates:

• Fish
• Fish-related Dishes
• Garlic
• Spice Berry
• Salmonberry

Does Evelyn Sell Anything?

Evelyn does not sell items directly. However, she often provides you with valuable recipes and useful advice, especially as you deepen your friendship with her.

Benefits of Befriending Evelyn

Befriending Evelyn offers several unique benefits:

1. Homemade Recipes: Evelyn shares delicious recipes with you, including her famous Chocolate Cake and Stuffing, which can boost your energy and health.
2. Gardening Tips: As an avid gardener, Evelyn offers useful gardening tips and occasionally provides seeds or plants.
3. Warmth and Comfort: Evelyn’s kind and caring nature makes her a comforting presence in Stardew Valley, always ready to lend an ear or offer support.

Heart Events

Four Hearts: Visit Evelyn’s house when she is home. She will share a heartfelt story about her late husband and express her gratitude for your friendship. Evelyn will then give you the recipe for her famous Cookie.

Seven Hearts: Enter Evelyn’s house, and she will be baking in the kitchen. She’ll offer you a taste of her Chocolate Cake and give you the recipe so you can make it yourself.

Ten Hearts: Visit Evelyn in her garden, where she’ll share her love for flowers and her joy in tending to her plants. This heartwarming event deepens your bond with her, highlighting the beauty of life and nature.

Conclusion

Evelyn’s nurturing spirit, delicious homemade recipes, and valuable gardening advice make her an indispensable character in Stardew Valley. Building a relationship with Evelyn not only enhances your culinary skills but also brings warmth and comfort to your life in the valley.