Lobster and Fresh Corn Chowder

Name: Lobster and Fresh Corn Chowder
Ingredients: 3 ounces bacon, cut into small dice; 1 medium onion, peeled and diced; 2 stalks of celery, chopped; 2 carrots, peeled and coarsely chopped; 1 bay leaf; 1 sprig of fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; several sprigs of fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon sugar; 2 large cloves of garlic, peeled and minced; 2 cups fish, lobster, shrimp, or shellfish stock (frozen, store-bought is fine if homemade is not available); 1 3/4 cups milk; 3/4 cup heavy cream; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt or more to taste; a few drops of Tobasco sauce; 3 cups fresh corn kernels or frozen corn kernels, thawed; 2 tablespoons brandy (optional); 3/4 pound cooked lobster meat, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice or to taste; 1/4 cup minced parsley or a combination of minced parsley and chives