[spaghetti]

Octopus is more than good: it's delicious. In Italy the most popular recipe is "Alla Luciano".
Pop off the eyes and interiors, then put the Octopus in a casserole, cover it completely with cold water, add a pick of salt, light the fire.
When the water starts boiling, take 35 minutes (35 minutes from the moment in which the water starts boiling). When time is done, pick up the octopus, cut it in pieces (no need to skin it, but many people do) and then dress it: olive oil, a little vinegar, abundant lemon juice, minced garlic, minced parsley, a very little salt and pepper at your will. That's it.
We eat it as an entry, never hot, preferably cold or slightly warm.
Cheers.