An octopus cooked just right is perfectly tender and flavorful enough to be served on its own or alongside salads, potatoes, or greens. However, cooking octopus isn't always smooth sailing, and not ...

Because it's a little less common in home kitchens, octopus has an unfair reputation as a particularly challenging dish. However, as with smoking a brisket, from the protein spectrum's opposite end, ...

Celebrity chef Bobby Flay at a live cooking demonstraton. - Alexander Tamargo/Getty Images For all but the most experienced or merely cavalier among us, octopus can be pretty tricky to make at home.

Mastering the art of cooking octopus is a unique culinary journey, requiring attention to detail and skillful execution. This sophisticated seafood calls for a dedicated technique — one that ensures ...