The picturesque realm ofStardew Valleyrevolves around the constant hustle of life in the countryside. Whether players aspire to be the most efficient farmer in Pelican Town or strive to explore the depth of the Skull Cavern, the ability to move swiftly is game-changing.
Stardew Valleyfeatures two distinct Speed statistics: Weapon Speed and Player Speed. Player Speed refers tohow fast the player moves aroundtown. This can be affected positively or negatively by a variety of Buffs. SelectiveFoods and Drinks have the power to supercharge a player’s speedand help them achieve their in-game goals faster.
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Coffee
This deliciously aromatic drink offers players an instant speed boost.Coffeecan be brewed by simply placingfive Coffee Beansof thesame quality inside a Keg. It takes120 minutes(2 hours) to be completely processed. Players can also purchase Coffee from the Stardrop Saloon for300 g. If players own a Coffee Maker, they can get a cup of freshly brewed coffee every morning – for free.
As a drink, Coffee buffs can be stacked with other food buffs (including Speed). However, it willreplace any other drink buffs, such as the Speed provided by a Triple Shot Espresso.
Crab Cakes
Crab Cakesare perfectly golden-brown fried patties that are an absolute must-have for players during their adventures. Players can cook Crab Cakesinside the kitchen of an upgraded farmhouseor by using a Cookout Kit. The recipe is shared in an episode of “The Queen of Sauce” cooking show, aired onFall 21, Year 2. Another way to get Crab Cakes is by defeatingIridium Crabsin the Skull Cavern. They have a 50% chance of dropping Crab Cakes when slain.
Apart from the unique buffs they provide, Crab Cakes massively boost the player’s Energy and Health.
Pepper Poppers
These spicy breaded peppers filled with cheese are ideal for farming.Pepper Popperscan be cooked in the kitchen of an upgraded farmhouse or by using a Cookout Kit.
The quick and easy recipe is shared in a letter byShane when players reach athree-heartrelationship with him. Occasionally, Pepper Poppers can be found inKrobus’ Shop on Saturdaysand insideStardrop Saloon’s rotating stock.
Spicy Eel
Another spicy dish thatplayers can cook is the Spicy Eel. The recipe is shared by George when players develop aseven-heartfriendship with him.Spicy Eelscan also be purchased from theDesert Traderin exchange for1 Ruby.They have a 6% chance of being dropped by aSerpentin the Skull Cavern. Additionally, there is a 3-4% chance of five Spicy Eels being produced when the population of aLava Eel Fish Pondreaches 9.
Spicy Eels provide unique buffs and significantly boost a player’s health – making them the best food to carry when players venture deep into the Mines or the Skull Cavern.
Super Meal
TheSuper Mealis truly energizing, making it the perfect meal for energy-deprived farmers. Players can obtain the recipe for this energy-packed meal from Kent, who will mail it to themonce their relationship reachesseven hearts.
There are other options for players to get their hands on the Super Meal. These include purchasing it from theVolcano Dungeon Shop, theStardrop Saloon, orKrobus’ Shopwhenever it’s available. Players can also occasionally find five Super Meals in aTreasure Roominside the Skull Cavern.
Triple Shot Espresso
Being more potent than regular coffee, the Triple Shot Espresso provides an extended Speed boost. To prepare this drink, players first need to purchase the recipe fromGus at the Stardrop Saloonfor5,000g.However, players are rewarded with three Triple Shot Espressos fordonating 70 items to the Museum. Alternatively, they can also purchase theTriple Shot Espressoat theDesert Traderin exchange for aDiamondor at theTraveling Cartfor1,350–2,250g.
Similar to Coffee, the Triple Shot Espresso buffs can be stacked with any food buffs but will replace any other drink buffs.
Magic Rock Candy
This rare magical candy is infused with the essence of the powerful Prismatic Shard. While it may not classify as typical food, theMagic Rock Candyis a special edible item. There’s only a 0.13% chance for it to be dropped byHaunted Skulls, found in theQuarry Mine and in the dungeon levels of the Mines.
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Players can purchase this powerful rock candy from theDesert TradereveryThursdayin exchange for threePrismatic Shardsor obtain it bydonating 90 items to the Museum.
Stardew Valleyis available now on Mobile, PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
