Although arguably there is no connection between the meaning of a surname and a coat of arms, the origins as known seem to us unlikely given that a coat of arms of great prominence was granted to the family of Hurtado de Mendoza in circa 1600.
Freezing meat keeps bacteria in a dormant stage. However, once thawed, these bacteria can become active again. Never thaw meat on the counter or let it sit out of the refrigerator for more than two hours. In the summer, reduce this time to 1 hour.
If you've ever wondered why your ice cubes thaw or ice cream gets that funny taste, now you know. (Frost-free freezers also use more electricity than conventional freezers.) If you have this type of freezer, you may want to consider limiting storage periods to six weeks or so.