Why Fresh Pipis are My Favorite Summer Seafood

There's nothing quite like bringing home a bag of fresh pipis after a morning spent near the coast, knowing you've got a world-class meal just a few minutes of prep away. If you grew up near the beach, you probably remember these little wedge-shaped shells as the "cockles" you'd find by twisting your feet into the wet sand at low tide. But calling them a childhood hobby doesn't really do them justice. When they're handled right, they are arguably some of the sweetest, most delicate seafood you can get your hands on. ...

February 13, 2026 · 6 min · Raffan Hagendorf