Overview
- Bower appeared at Comic Con Ecuador in Guayaquil as part of the event’s 10th‑anniversary lineup of international guests.
- When asked about his favorite food he said he likes Peruvian ceviche and referenced a visit to Peru in November 2025 when he tried local dishes.
- The actor’s mention of Peruvian ceviche prompted light boos from the audience and he paused to acknowledge the regional rivalry over preparations of the dish.
- Bower said he was open to trying Ecuadorian ceviche but there is no verified report that he has since tasted the local version.
- Reporters placed the exchange in the wider context of Bower’s rising profile from Stranger Things, his friendship with Millie Bobby Brown, and the convention’s role as a high‑visibility platform for short, quotable fan moments.