Ay, caramba, all you need to know from amigos to tequila

For nearly 30 years fans have enjoyed apres Sevens action with the help of the Mexicans, drinking Corona and Sol or getting right into the spirit - margaritas or tequila slammers. Now for the first time, the Mexicans are here in the flesh, as well as in a bottle. 'One of the most important characteristics of Mexican people is a festive nature, and a strong spirit of celebration with traditional and national holidays as well as a passion for sports. We have not forgotten our Mayan and Aztec roots and remain determined and proud,' says acting consul general in Hong Kong, Andres Pena. 'Mexico is the 10th most popular tourist destination in the world. Hong Kong people don't need a visa to visit and we are the only Latin American country where you can fly non-stop, direct from China.' While they're here, here's a useful guide to all things Mexican

Agave: Succulent plant from the cactus family, thought by ancient Mayans to have medicinal purposes. Gives a new meaning to spiked drinks. It is also the name of a famous bar and restaurant in Wan Chai.

Amigos: Mexican for your mates, your peeps, your posse. Gather your amigos and head for your favourite seat in the stands. In the true spirit of the Sevens, talk to the people sitting around you and make some new amigos.

Cactus: Is not just a plant, 'being cactus' means to be exhausted after a good day of rugby. Odds on, there will be plenty of cactus-inspired outfits this year.

Chocolatl: Xocolatl, meaning 'Bitter Water' in Nahuatl, the ancient language of the Aztec empire. It was the beverage of the Court and the emperors in the Great Tenochtitlan, the ancient Aztec capital. The Aztec word for chocolate, was taken to the world after the Spanish conquest and is said to date way back before then to around 1900 BC.

Frijoles refritos: Refried beans, literally. Beans are a Mexican food staple, along with corn. The Italians have a phrase cavioli riscadalti, literally 'you can't boil cabbage twice', with the meaning you can't rekindle a love affair. But boil their beans by the vat full they do in Mexico.