Alex is a Stardew Valley marriage candidate who lives at 1 River Road with George and Evelyn. Alex's birthday is Summer 13, so seasonal planning is useful if you want to make steady friendship progress.
Loved gift examples
- Complete Breakfast
- Salmon Dinner
Simple friendship strategy
Choose one practical loved gift or an easy liked gift that fits your normal routine. Consistency is usually easier than collecting a different item every week.
Birthday preparation
Check the calendar at the beginning of the season and reserve a gift before the birthday arrives. Keeping the item in a dedicated chest is a simple way to avoid accidentally selling or using it.
What to do if the perfect gift is inconvenient
Do not derail your farm just to chase one difficult item. Use another suitable gift, keep talking to the villager when convenient, and save the highest-value option for a birthday or when the item becomes easy to obtain.
Source: Stardew Valley Wiki.