In the charming world of Stardew Valley, cooking plays a vital role in nourishing your character and building relationships. Cooking allows you to create delicious meals that restore energy, provide buffs, and can be gifted to the townspeople to increase friendship levels.
To cook in Stardew Valley, you’ll need access to a kitchen. Every farmhouse comes with a basic kitchen, but you can upgrade it to gain access to more advanced cooking appliances, such as an oven and a refrigerator. Once you have a kitchen, you can start gathering ingredients from various sources, such as foraging, fishing, and farming.