Geez, Papa, you experiences are utterly unparalleled by most chefs. I think that it would be great for you to write a cookbook.
A couple of remarks: I hear that the ink can be used in sauces. Also, would baby/smaller octopus be cooked like squid? I fry squid in olive oil for not more than about 10 seconds. Anymore cooking time toughens the meat.
[ May 31, 2001: Message edited by: kokopuffs ]