Stardew Valley’s Pam is one of the residents of Pelican Town that you come across when you move into your new home on the farm. She’s a lover of cold beers and… Parsnips, apparently, and she can become a handy friend to have once the bus stop is repaired. So, find out everything you need to know about her favorite gifts, heart events, and what she can do for you when she’s behind the wheel in this guide.
Throughout your adventures in Stardew Valley, you’ll meet a variety of characters, but Pam stands out as a unique and memorable resident. Her laid-back personality and love for simple pleasures make her an easy friend to gain. Moreover, she provides valuable services, especially when the bus stop is functional, allowing for greater exploration of the valley.
In this guide, we will delve into Pam's character, exploring her preferences, heart events, and how to strengthen your friendship with her. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned player, understanding Pam’s quirks will enhance your gameplay experience and help you navigate the vibrant world of Stardew Valley.
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Pam's Favorite Gifts
Pam is pretty easy to please and she loves an ice-cold beer whatever the weather. Her gift preferences range from universally loved items to those she dislikes, so it’s essential to know what to give her to boost your friendship.
Here’s a full list of all of the best gifts to give this Pelican Town resident:
| Reaction | Gift |
|---|---|
| Loved | All universal loves, beer, cactus fruit, glazed yams, mead, pale ale, parsnip, parsnip soup, pina colada |
| Liked | All universal likes, all fruit (except cactus fruit), all milk, daffodil |
| Neutral | All universal neutrals, all fish (except carp, octopus, snail, and squid), chanterelle, common mushroom, dandelion, ginger, hazelnut, joja cola, leek, magma cap, morel, purple mushroom, snow yam, winter root |
| Disliked | All universal dislikes (except fish), all eggs, quartz, wild horseradish |
| Hated | All universal hates (except joja cola), holly, octopus, squid |
Understanding Pam’s Heart Events
To build a strong friendship with Pam, it’s crucial to understand her heart events. These events are tied to the friendship level and provide opportunities to deepen your relationship with her.
Here’s everything you need to know about Pam’s heart events:
| Event | How to trigger |
|---|---|
| Any more than zero hearts | Any friendship level above zero means you can receive a gift from Pam in the mail. |
| Three hearts | Pam will send you a recipe in the mail. |
| Seven hearts | Pam will send you another recipe in the mail. |
| Nine hearts | After you purchase the ‘Community Upgrade’ from Robin and earn nine friendship hearts with Pam, walk into Pam’s house four days after the upgrade is complete. |
Where to Find Pam During the Green Rain Event
During the summer, you may encounter the green rain event, which is a unique occurrence in Stardew Valley. Since her good pal Gus opens his saloon all day during this event, this is exactly where you’ll find Pam waiting out the storm.
If you’re ever unsure where to locate her during this event, just head to the Stardrop Saloon where she is likely nursing a cold one and enjoying the atmosphere with her friends.
Pam’s Favorite Movies and Concessions
Once you’re in good social standing with Pam, you can enjoy a movie outing together. She has specific preferences for films and snacks that make the experience enjoyable.
Here are the films and snacks she prefers:
| Movie | Concession | |
|---|---|---|
| Love | None | Nachos, stardrop sorbet |
| Like | It Howls In The Rain, Journey of the Prairie King: The Motion Picture, Mystgerium, Natural Wonders: Exploring Our Vibrant World, The Brave Little Sapling, The Miracle at Coldstar Ranch, The Zuzu City Express, Wumbus | Everything else |
| Dislike | None | Apple slices, black licorice, cappuccino mousse cake, hummus snack pack, jasmine tea, kale smoothie, panzanella salad |
There you have it! That’s everything you need to know about Pam and how to befriend her. She’s pretty easygoing, and so it’s not too difficult to become besties with the bus driver and take her out for a movie or a few beers in the saloon.
If you’re after even more handy Stardew Valley tips, we have all the info on where you can find the Stardew Valley bookseller, plus we explain how to play Stardew Valley co-op so you can build a farm with your real-life friend as well as your pixelated ones. If you’re after something similar to while away the hours, take a look at our picks for the best cozy games, too.
