This is a sad story about Lobster the Lobster. He doesn’t get a name because it will only create an emotional attachment, and nobody needs that.

Lobster the Lobster got picked up at Crosby’s fish market in Charleston. He rode home in a luxurious red carrying case that was cushioned and full of ice.

He went for a swim in the pool with Sister…

… and then he was treated to a facial and a steam bath.

And then Lobster the Lobster experienced a beautiful metamorphosis…

… and became Lobster Cocktail.

The end.

LOBSTER AND SHRIMP COCKTAIL
2 one and a half pound live Maine lobsters
1 1/2 pounds fresh shrimp
Juice of 1/2 a lemon
1 jalapeno pepper, roughly chopped
Sea salt to taste
Old Bay seasoning to taste

Fill a large pot about 3 inches high with water. Bring to a boil, then add lemon juice, jalapeno, salt, and Old Bay. Add lobsters and cover pot. Cook for 13 minutes. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, until shrimp are just cooked through and lobster shells have turned bright red. Plunge immediately in an ice bath and allow to chill, about 30 minutes. Serve with cocktail sauce.