Roblox’s Grow a Garden has launched its much-anticipated Trading and Cooking Event Update, transforming the way players interact with their virtual farms. Released on August 2, this update introduces a fully interactive cooking system, a new trading mechanism, exclusive cosmetics, and unique pets, enhancing the game’s farming-simulation experience. Players can now prepare dishes using harvested crops, trade items more efficiently, and unlock rare in-game rewards, creating new opportunities for strategic gameplay. Pre-launch admin events like the Volcano and Pool Party! hyped the community, but this latest update delivers the most content-packed experience yet. Here’s a detailed look at all the new additions, from cooking recipes and rewards to the advanced trading system, ensuring players maximize their in-game potential.The Trading and Cooking Event Update fundamentally shifts how players engage with Grow a Garden by merging farming, culinary creativity, and trading strategy. This diversification not only makes the game more interactive but also deepens the competitive and cooperative aspects of its community-driven ecosystem.
Grow a Garden cooking event: How to earn rare items
The centerpiece of this update is Chris P. Bacon Cooking Event, where players can use harvested crops and fruits to prepare unique dishes. Recipes must be crafted in the Cooking Pot, then handed over to the iconic pig NPC, Chris P. Bacon, for rewards. These rewards vary based on the size and rarity of the food, encouraging players to experiment with ingredient combinations. Interestingly, Chris P.’s cravings change every hour, adding a dynamic challenge to gameplay.Cooking unlocks exclusive rewards, including:Gourmet Seed Pack and Gourmet EggPet Shard Fried and Mochi MouseArtichoke and Fork Fence cosmeticsCompleting Chris P.’s tasks also grants the Food Crate, packed with themed items like the Pink Cake, Golden Hotdog Statue, Hotdog Cart, and Banana Hammock.
Grow a Garden update: Complete recipe list and cooking times
Here’s is a list of cooking recipe, what you need to make them, how much time you need to prepare and more:FoodCooking RecipeTime to CookSoupCommon: Carrot x1
Uncommon: Sugar Apple x1, Watermelon x1
5 minutesSaladCommon: Bamboo x1, Carrot x3
Uncommon: Orange Tulip x1, Bamboo x1, Carrot x1, Tomato x1
Rare: Corn x1, Tomato x1
Mythical: Beanstalk x1, Tomato x1
Divine: Sugar Apple x4, Tomato x1
Prismatic: Bone Blossom x4, Tomato x1
Approx. 5.5 minsCakeUncommon: Strawberry x1, Tomato x1, Corn x1, Apple x1
Rare: Watermelon x2, Corn x2
Mythical: Lucky Bamboo x1, Sugar Apple x3, Corn x1
Prismatic: Banana x1, Bone Blossom x3, Sugar Apple x1
Approx. 6 minsDonutUncommon: Corn x1, Blueberry x1, Strawberry x1
Divine: Bone Blossom x1, Sugar Apple x1, Banana x1
Prismatic: Bone Blossom x4, Sugarglaze x1
Approx. 9.5 minsSandwichCommon: Tomato x2, Corn x1
Legendary: Cacao x1, Tomato x1, Corn x1
7 minsPieRare: Pumpkin x1, Apple x1
Legendary: Corn x1, Coconut x1
Mythical: Coconut x3, Mango x1, Corn x1
Divine: Ember Lily x1, Coconut x1
Prismatic: Bone Blossom x4, Pumpkin x1
8 minsBurgerRare: Pepper x1, Corn x1, Tomato x1, Mint x1 (may not be needed)
Legendary: Corn x1, Tomato x2, Ember Lily x2
Mythical: Pepper x1, Corn x1, Tomato x1, Bone Blossom x1, Beanstalk x1
10.5 minsHot DogLegendary: Pepper x1, Corn x1
Mythical: Ember Lily x1, Corn x1
Prismatic: Bone Blossom x2, Corn x1
Approx. 7 minsWaffleDivine: Sugar Apple x1, Coconut x1
Legendary: Coconut x1, Maple Apple x1, Banana x3
Mythical: Tranquil Bloom x1, Starfruit x1, Coconut x1
Approx. 6 minsIce CreamUncommon: Corn x1, Blueberry x1, Strawberry x1
Rare: Watermelon x1, Corn x1
Legendary: Banana x1, Watermelon x1
Mythical: Banana x1, Pepper x1
Approx. 6 minsSushiRare: Bamboo x4, Corn x1
Divine: Bamboo x3, Corn x1, Bamboo x1
Approx. 7.5 minsPizzaLegendary: Corn x1, Tomato x1, Pepper x1, Sugar Apple x1 (may not be needed)Approx. 7.5 mins
New pets in the Gourmet Egg
Feeding Chris P. Bacon unlocks the Gourmet Egg, which hatches into special culinary-themed pets:Bagel BunnyPancake MoleSushi BearSpaghetti SlothFrench Fry Ferret
How to trade, find rare sprinklers, and access new garden features
The new Trading System adds an economy-like experience to the game. Players must acquire a Trading Ticket (available at the Gear Stall for 100,000 Sheckles) to initiate trades. This prevents trade spam and ensures secure item exchanges between players, making rare item collection more strategic.Grandmaster Sprinkler: A rare prismatic sprinkler with limited drop chances.Cosmetics & Furniture: Food-themed decorative items for gardens.Platform Availability: Playable on iOS, Android, and PC.Cooking Access: Found in the main lobby’s new kitchen area.
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