Vongole
Vongole is the Italian word for clams, in Australia most commonly known as pipis or. Cooked in the same fashion as mussels, they are steamed forcing the shell to open usually with white wine.
The most famous dish to include Vongole is the Italian classic ‘Spaghetti Vongole’ where the clams are served in a simple sauce of white wine, garlic, olive oil and parsley.