1.   For Texans, the stories behind barbecue places are as interesting as the debate over oak or mesquite wood.

2.   Grill over hot coals or mesquite wood until done.

3.   Grill the chicken over mesquite wood or charcoal with mesquite chips.

4.   In this state, barbecue is a recognized religion and must be accompanied by dry rubs, mesquite wood and abounding reverence.

5.   The carboneros use backhoes to dig big pits in the desert, and fill them with mesquite wood.