What’s for chow, Chef?
Chow chow chow: https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/chow-chow/
My parents spent 5 years in Japan in the 50s.....then my dad did 2 tours of Vietnam with most of his R&R being spent in Thailand.
I never could get him to even consider eating in any type of asian restaurant.....he refused to even discuss it.....this is more than likely why.