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A wide range of woods are suitable for use in a grill. Hardwoods are much better than softwoods because hardwoods burn longer and provide more heat.

Pronounced Ah-lee-on-eekoh. A grape varietal used in the production of powerful red wines. Originating in Southern Italy, it is grown primarily in the Campania and Basilicata regions.

A highly prized and rare mushroom (fungus), that grows underground near the roots of trees. Most varieties of truffles that are considered edible are found 2 to 3 inches below the surface of the ground, but can be found as deep as 10 to 15 inches down.

Lean, highly seasoned pork that is served in the southern United States and most often associated with Cajun cuisine.

A term customarily applied to the meat of a pig that is under a year old. The pig carcass is generally split into two sides of pork; each consisting of four primal cuts known as the shoulder, loin, leg/ham, and side/belly.

A type of red meat cut from carcasses of cattle that are raised, butchered, and processed for human consumption.