The Tugu Pahlawan (Heroes Monument) in Surabaya is not only a historical landmark commemorating the Battle of Surabaya on November 10, 1945, but it is also surrounded by a rich culinary heritage. Surabaya, the capital of East Java, Indonesia, boasts a diverse food scene influenced by Javanese, Madurese, Chinese, and even Arabian cuisines due to its role as a trading port in colonial times. The area around Tugu Pahlawan offers a range of traditional dishes that have been passed down through generations, where each dish tells a story of cultural fusion and historical development.