I had a really great time playing this game. The presentation initially gave me the impression that it would be a slower-paced experience, maybe a platformer or some kind of farming/life-sim game with a more repetitive gameplay loop. However, once I actually started playing, the gameplay completely surprised me in a really good way.
The ingredient-combining mechanic was genuinely engaging and kept me hooked the whole time. Every time I discovered something new, I immediately wanted to experiment and combine it with other things to see what would happen next, which created a strong sense of curiosity and progression.
I also really liked the decision to delay the season-switching mechanic instead of introducing it immediately. Letting the player first get comfortable with the controls and core gameplay before adding a new layer made the pacing feel much smoother and more enjoyable overall.
You clearly designed the gameplay loop very thoughtfully, and I think the execution turned out great. Loved it!