Living the SLO life, accidentally on purpose
About Twenty Nickels
All of us have days when we want to escape, something. It might be the buzz of the city, stress-inducing geopolitical stories, or the overwhelming pace of technology. Twenty Nickels is here to offer a safe space away from all that. We’re not just another Insta-influencer venture. We are a social media alternative — a destination where others can come to embrace serenity and reject the algorithms. Where we honor retro culture, slow living, and nostalgia for that “fistful-of-nickels” economy long ago. We invite you to come along on the adventures of modern bohemians Jo and Moe, as they navigate newbie rural life and ranching on the stunning central coast of California. They will showcase the best of old-school themes, like cooking from scratch, vinyl DJ sets, airstream living, and the best of the local wine regions and communities. We want everyone to share in our very real, very messy, digital detox experiences, with undoubtedly some humor along the way!

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Food & Recipes
- Bucatini all’amatricianaA Jaw-Dropping Peasant Dish Truthfully! What seems like a pretty unassuming Italian plate of pasta is elevated by guanciale, which translates to “cheek.” This… Read more: Bucatini all’amatriciana
- The OG Skinny MargaritaFrom my many years in Southern California, this was a favorite neighborhood skinny margarita recipe long before “skinny margaritas” became a thing. It’s a… Read more: The OG Skinny Margarita
- The AmericaninoMaybe Moe didn’t invent this clever coffee drink, but I like to think he did 🙂 This drink is a delightful addition to the… Read more: The Americanino
- Roasted Tomato & Zucchini Ribbon SoupThis is a satisfying vegetarian comfort dish I concocted when I was craving something lighter and healthier than meat and pasta. Fresh, zesty, and… Read more: Roasted Tomato & Zucchini Ribbon Soup
- ArancineWhen we return home from a foreign country, we bring back more than photos and souvenirs. We carry a flavor memory. A dish shared… Read more: Arancine
- CotolettaThis is our favorite take on schnitzel: a lightly breaded cutlet of beef or veal, finished with the fresh, unfussy ingredients that are a… Read more: Cotoletta






