Q&A for How to Clean and Prepare a Squid to Make Calamari

Yes, squid is edible, as long as it is prepared properly and cooked well.

North Beach Restaurant in San Francisco makes great marinated calamari. They told me to boil it 3 minutes, then remove and cool it under running water. I think you should bring the water to a boil BEFORE you drop the squid into the hot water. Otherwise, it will be in hot water too long and become tough.

You can eat the head, but you cannot eat the beak.

Yes, but it's tough and may be a choking hazard. It also might not be sanitary, depending on how it was prepared. Cooking is best.