As you expand your farm in *Fields of Mistria*, cultivating meaningful relationships with the town's residents is equally important. Juniper stands out as a particularly compelling companion, and if you wish to pursue a romantic connection, mastering gift-giving is essential. For those unsure where to begin, here's a comprehensive guide to winning Juniper's heart with the perfect presents.

While friendship with most residents is achievable, romance is restricted to specific NPCs. Currently (as of v0.13.0), 11 choices are available - including the unexpected option to romance Caldarus himself.
Each romanceable character features a unique heart meter that increases through positive interactions. Building these relationships requires consistent attention to their preferences.
Initiate daily conversations while completing your regular tasks around town. Completing their posted requests on the town board provides additional opportunities for relationship growth. Present them a daily gift - always opting for their preferred items when possible.
During their birthday (Juniper's falls on Fall 26th), prioritize gifting a "loved" item for maximum relationship gains.
Currently, relationships cap at six hearts, with the subsequent cutscene hinting at budding romance rather than full commitment. Future updates will introduce deeper relationship milestones (8 and 10 hearts), marriage options, and family expansion - ensuring your romantic journey continues evolving.

When not scouring for mystical ingredients, this eccentric bathhouse proprietor can be found in northeast Mistria. Strengthening your bond requires regular visits, completing her requests, and thoughtful gifting.
Juniper shares universal dislikes with other villagers - particularly Sod - so avoid these at all costs. Monitor relationship progress through the heart icon in your journal.
| Item Name | How to Obtain |
|---|---|
| Ancient Royal Scepter | Excavated in Western Ruins (Archaeology) |
| Black Tablet | Found randomly while digging (requires 'Well Placed' perk) |
| Crystal Rose | Collected in Deep Earth mine sections |
| Fish Tacos | Recipe: Corn, Cod, Mayonnaise, Chili Pepper, Tide Lettuce May drop when harvesting Chili Peppers/Corn with 'Living Off the Land' |
| Golden Cookies | Purchase: Chicken Statue (100 Beads) Recipe: Golden Egg, Golden Milk, Golden Butter, Flour, Chocolate, Sugar |
| Moon Fruit Cake | Recipe: Moon Fruit, Honey, Chicken Egg, Flour |
| Mushroom Brew | Sold at Darcy's Stall/Balor's Wagon (80 Tesserae) |
| Pizza | Purchase: Balor's Wagon (450 Tesserae) Recipe: Tomato, Cheese, Flour |
| Spell Fruit Parfait | Recipe: Spell Fruit, Lava Chestnuts, Crystal Berries, Sweetroot, Sugar, Golden Milk |
| Item Name | How to Obtain |
|---|---|
| Crunchy Chickpeas | Purchase: Balor's Wagon (110 Tesserae) Recipe: Chickpea, Rock Salt |
| Fog Orchid | Foraged in Fall |
| Frog | Caught fishing/diving (Spring/Fall) |
| Latte | Purchase: Darcy's Stall (175 Tesserae) Recipe: Coffee, Milk |
| Middlemist | Foraged in Spring Purchase: Balor's Wagon (300 Tesserae) |
| Monster Powder | Drops from Mushroom monsters |
| Morel Mushroom | Foraged in Spring Purchase: Balor's Wagon (100 Tesserae) |
| Nettle | Foraged in Spring |
| Newt | Found diving (all seasons) |
| Night Queen | Found diving (Summer) Purchase: Balor's Wagon (300 Tesserae) Grown: Night Queen Seeds |
| Poinsettia | Foraged in Winter Purchase: Balor's Wagon (120 Tesserae) Grown: Poinsettia Seeds |
| Red Wine | Purchase: Inn (100 Tesserae) |
| White Wine | Purchase: Inn (100 Tesserae) |
| Shadow Flower | Foraged in Upper Mines |
| Toasted Sunflower Seeds | Purchase: Balor's Wagon (220 Tesserae) Recipe: Sunflower, Rock Salt, Oil |
| Water Chestnut Fritters | Recipe: Water Chestnut, Flour, Oil |
This concludes our Juniper gifting guide for *Fields of Mistria*. For more gameplay insights, explore our guides on accessing the Deep Woods and other game features.