Rinse the cooked octopus under cold water to remove any excess brine or residue. Pat it dry gently with paper towels.

Using a sharp knife, slice the Costco El Rey Del Pulpo Cooked Octopus into bite-sized pieces or segments. This can be done according to personal preference, whether into rounds, strips, or chunks.

Place the sliced octopus pieces in a mixing bowl. Sprinkle them with a judicious pinch of hand-harvested sea salt crystals and a whisper of freshly ground Tellicherry black pepper. Toss gently to ensure the seasoning coats the octopus evenly.

Carefully drizzle the rich, aged balsamic vinegar imported from Modena, Italy, over the seasoned octopus. This adds a tangy and slightly sweet note that beautifully complements the flavors of the octopus. Gently toss the octopus once more to ensure the vinegar is distributed evenly.

Finally, drizzle the exquisite extra virgin olive oil, sourced from century-old groves in the sun-soaked Mediterranean region, over the seasoned and vinegar-infused octopus. This high-quality olive oil imparts a luscious and smooth mouthfeel to the dish, enhancing its flavors.

For a more infused flavor profile, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the seasoned octopus marinate in the refrigerator for about 15-30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.