The search for the most meta-defining pets in Grow a Garden has led players to one clear champion: the French Fry Ferret. This S-Tier icon may look like a charming snack-themed companion, but don’t let its cuteness fool you—its unique leveling ability makes it one of the most valuable pets in the entire game.
Why the French Fry Ferret Is So Valuable
The French Fry Ferret is a Divine (Prismatic) rarity pet introduced during the Trading and Cooking Event in August 2025.
Signature Ability: Friendly Frier
- Effect: Boosts a random pet’s level by +1 at set intervals
- Base Cooldown: Roughly 59 minutes, decreasing as the Ferret grows in age and levels
- Meta Impact: This ability skips the tedious XP grind entirely—especially useful when leveling high-age pets that normally take days to progress.
In short, it provides one of the best passive boosts in the entire game.
Where to Find It: The Gourmet Egg
There’s only one source for the French Fry Ferret: the Gourmet Egg.
- Hatch Rate: ~1% chance from each Gourmet Egg
- Your mission? Collect as many Gourmet Eggs as possible.
How to Get Gourmet Eggs (Full Step-By-Step Guide)
Gourmet Eggs are earned through the Cooking System and by working with the lovable chef NPC, Chris P. Bacon, located at the center of the main island.
Step 1: Master the Cooking System
To earn Gourmet Eggs, you’ll need to cook high-value meals.
1. Gather Premium Ingredients
Look for rare or mutated plants like:
- Bone Blossom
- Rainbow Fruits
- Prismatic Carrots
These raise the value and rarity of your final meal.
2. Learn High-Rarity Recipes
Recipes that produce Legendary or Prismatic meals greatly increase your chance of earning a Gourmet Egg.
A fan-favorite option is the Cake recipe, thanks to its high value.
3. Use the Cooking Station
Combine your ingredients in the cooking pot until you create a finished dish.
Step 2: Trade With Chris P. Bacon (Pig Chef)
Your cooked meals are your ticket to rare rewards.
- Find the Pig Chef: He stays near the island’s center.
- Optional Boost: Fulfill his current Craving to increase your reward odds dramatically.
- Offer Your Meal: Trade your most valuable, highest-rarity dish.
Higher-quality meals = higher chance to receive a Gourmet Egg.
Step 3: Receive & Hatch the Egg
Rewards from Chris P. Bacon come in tiers. Offering top-tier meals gives you the best odds of receiving a Gourmet Egg.
Once you finally get one:
- Place it in an Incubator
- Begin hatching
- Prepare for multiple attempts—1% odds mean patience is key
Alternative Method: Rat Connoisseur
A less predictable, but still viable, option is trading Mutated Meals to the Rat Connoisseur NPC. He can occasionally reward Gourmet Eggs as well.
Pro Tip: Maximize the Ferret’s Friendly Frier Ability
Once you unlock the French Fry Ferret, you’ll want to make the most of its powerful passive.
1. Level It Up
Raising your Ferret’s age (up to Age 100) reduces the cooldown between level boosts.
2. Use Cooldown Pets
Pair the Ferret with pets that reduce cooldowns, such as:
- Peacocks
Strategically placing multiple Peacocks can significantly reduce the Friendly Frier’s timer, letting your Ferret boost levels much faster.
