How to eat in My Summer Car: survival and nutrition

A drop in hunger below 20% in My Summer Car instantly triggers the process of losing health, which leads to fainting and possible death of the character if food is not consumed in time. Ignoring the basic needs of the body in the simulator results in critical consequences, since the exhausted hero is not able to effectively assemble a car or carry out orders for neighbors. The mechanics of hunger here are implemented strictly: the scale is constantly depleted, and to replenish it requires regular consumption of calories from available sources.

The main source of food at the start is the store TeeKoo, located in a neighboring building, which can only be reached by swimming across the lake or by taking a detour along the road. Buying groceries requires cash, which can initially be found around the house or earned by completing simple tasks like delivering firewood or helping on the farm. Without starting capital, survival becomes almost impossible, since there is practically no free food in the open world, except for rare berries.

It is important to understand that simply buying food is not enough - it must be properly prepared, since raw meat or fish carry the risk of poisoning and do not provide complete saturation. Cooking requires a working stove, gas and appropriate kitchen utensils, which creates an additional layer of challenges for the player. Proper diet planning allows you to spend less time going to the store and more time assembling the engine Satsuma.

Buying groceries and operating the TeeKoo store

Store TeeKoo is the only place in the game where you can purchase basic food items such as milk, bread, meat and canned goods. The establishment's opening hours are limited: on weekdays the store is open from 10:00 to 20:00, and on weekends from 12:00 to 18:00, the rest of the time the doors are locked. If you try to enter after hours or if the cashier does not have money Teimo will not allow you to make a purchase or simply will not let you inside.

The range of products is fixed, but covers all the necessary categories for survival and cooking. Prices may seem high for a poor student, so every cent should be spent wisely. Some items, such as beer or certain snacks, can only be purchased if you have enough money in your account.

• 🥛 Dairy products and juices are necessary to quickly quench thirst and restore strength.
• 🍞 Bakery products serve as a base for sandwiches and quickly restore your hunger scale.
• 🥩 Raw meat and fish require mandatory heat treatment before consumption.
• 🥫 Canned food and chips can be eaten immediately, but they are less healthy.

Interacting with a cashier requires following certain rules of etiquette and having the exact amount or change, although the game's payment mechanics are simplified to selecting items on the shelf and paying at the register. If you run out of money, you will have to look for alternative ways to earn money, since a loan TeeKoo they don't give it. Availability of money is a key factor in food access.

Mechanics of cooking in the kitchen

To turn raw food into an edible dish, you need a full kitchen, including a stove, gas source and utensils. The gas cylinder must be connected to the stove via a hose, making sure that the connections are tight, and open the valve on the cylinder itself. Without this step, turning on the burners will have no effect and cooking will become impossible.

Cooking requires attention: if you leave a pot or pan on the fire for too long, the food will burn and become unfit to eat. Burnt food can be thrown in the trash, but this is a waste of resources. The optimal cooking time depends on the type of product: pasta cooks faster than meat, and eggs require a medium cooking time.

Using a microwave or toaster greatly speeds up the process of preparing simple meals, such as reheating prepared foods or toasting bread. These devices run on electricity, so there must be light in the house. Electric stove is also an option, but requires heavy-duty wiring that must be installed separately in the garage or home.

⚠️ Warning: Never attempt to cook over an open fire inside an enclosed area without ventilation, this may cause smoke and loss of character.

Order pizza and home delivery

An alternative to cooking is ordering pizza, which is done through a landline telephone located in the house or garage. To do this, you need to pick up the phone, dial the number of the pizzeria and wait for the operator, then select the desired size and filling. Delivery takes a certain in-game time, during which the courier must reach your home.

Payment is made in cash upon collection, so it is important to have a sufficient amount of money with you. If there is no money, the courier will refuse to deliver the order and time will be wasted. Pizza is one of the most high-calorie foods in the game, completely restoring your hunger scale.

Pizza type	Price (FIM)	Calorie content	Delivery time
Little	35	Average	5-10 min
Average	50	High	5-10 min
Big	70	Maximum	5-10 min
Special	90	Maximum	10-15 min

It is important to note that the courier may not find you at home if you leave by car or go far from the delivery point. In this case, the order may be canceled or lost. Keep track of delivery timesso as not to be left without food.

Alternative food sources in the forest

For those who prefer to forage for food themselves, the forest around the house offers several options, although they are less efficient than a store. Berry picking is a seasonal activity available during certain months of the in-game year when the bushes are covered in ripe blueberries or cranberries. The berries are safe to eat but provide very little filling.

Fishing and hunting provide raw meat and fish, which require mandatory cooking. For fishing you need a fishing rod, which you can buy or find, and for hunting you need a gun and cartridges. These activities require skill and time, but allow you to diversify your diet.

• 🫐 The berries grow in the forest and are safe, but you need a lot of them to saturate.
• 🎣 Fish is caught on the lake, but requires a fishing rod and subsequent cooking.
• 🦌 Game is rare and requires weapons for extraction.

Secrets of survival in the forest

You can find mushrooms in the forest, but not all of them are edible. Mushroom poisoning leads to a sharp drop in health and hallucinations. Collect only known species or buy food from the store.

Experiments with unknown plants or insects can lead to unpredictable consequences, including severe poisoning. Toxic substances in nature they pose a real threat to an inexperienced survivalist. It is better to rely on proven food sources.

The impact of nutrition on health and performance

The level of hunger directly affects the physical state of the character: with a low energy level, movement speed drops and performing actions takes longer. Critical hunger leads to fainting, after which the character will wake up in the hospital or at home, losing time and, possibly, some money for treatment.

In addition to hunger, there is a thirst scale that also needs to be controlled. Dehydration occurs faster than hunger and also leads to negative consequences. Drinking water, milk or juices help maintain hydration.

⚠️ Warning: Drinking alcohol dulls the feeling of hunger, but accelerates dehydration and reduces coordination, which is dangerous when driving or working with tools.

Balance between work, rest and eating is the key to success in the game. Ignoring the needs of the body for the sake of assembling a car will only lead to the fact that the hero collapses without strength. Regular snacks maintain a high pace of play.

Common mistakes newbies make when organizing catering

One of the most common mistakes is trying to eat raw meat or fish, which causes instant poisoning and a sharp drop in health. Beginners often forget to check the presence of gas in the cylinder before cooking, wasting time turning on a cold stove.

Another mistake is buying expensive products without taking into account the budget, which leads to quick bankruptcy. It is important to plan your expenses and buy products in bulk when you have free money. You shouldn’t spend all your money on beer at the expense of main food.

• 🚫 Trying to cook food without water in a pan leads to damage to the dishes and food.
• 🚫 Forgetting about store opening hours leaves the player without groceries.
• 🚫 Ignoring expiration dates (if modified) can cause problems.

Avoiding these mistakes will save resources and time. Planning - the main tool for survival in the harsh conditions of the Finnish outback. Learn from the mistakes of others so you don't repeat them.

What happens if you don’t eat at My Summer Car for a long time?

The character will begin to lose health, then faint. If you do not provide help, death will occur and you will have to load a save or start over.

Where can I get money for food at the beginning of the game?

You can find money around the house (in drawers, under the bed), collect bottles for recycling, chop firewood for a neighbor, or win the lottery.

Is it possible to drink tap water?

Yes, tap water in your home is safe to drink and perfectly quenches your thirst without the need to buy bottled water.

How to turn on the stove for cooking?

You need to turn the handle on the stove itself and make sure that the valve on the gas cylinder, which must be connected with a hose, is open.