Summer Corn and Zucchini Chowder

Name: Summer Corn and Zucchini Chowder
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini, medium diced; 3 or 4 ears of corn, shucked raw ( save the cobs for stock); 1 medium onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 lb. baby red potatoes, cut in quarters; 1 carrot, diced ( I didn't have one and it was fine; 3 slices bacon, chopped in pieces; 1 qt. box, chicken or veggie stock; ½ cup heavy cream; smoked paprika, cayenne (optional)dried thyme, fresh parsley and basil, salt and pepper to taste; butter and olive oil