TODAY is World Vegetarian Day and to pay homage to all the veggies in East Lancs, the Lancashire Telegraph has formed a list of places for you to eat at.

1. Ego at the Knowles Arms – Pleckgate Road, Blackburn

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This Mediterranean restaurant does not disappoint with their vegetarian-friendly menu.

It offers diners a choice of vegetarian starters, including breaded Camembert, wedges served with mixed leaves and cranberry compote.

Among main courses, there is roast Mediterranean vegetable and feta tart, halloumi kebab Margherita pizza, pasta and a selection of vegan dishes too.

They also have a lunch menu and a separate vegan menu if nothing on the vegetarian list appeals.

To book a table or browse the menu, visit egorestaurants.co.uk

2. The Dog Inn, Belthorn Road, Belthorn

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A gem to its locals, The Dog Inn is a community freehouse, with a history that could have seen it close.

Despite all the odds, the community stuck together to keep the pub, and it now boasts a vegetarian and vegan menu.

Although, it is not open on Tuesday, it’s worth the wait to try the grilled cauliflower steak, the local squash and sage risotto, and even the vegetarian butterscotch sauce and vanilla ice cream.

For more information on opening hours, visit thedoginnatbelthorn.net/vegan-menu/

3. One Sixty, St James's St, Burnley

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Specialising in vegetarian and vegan food, this lunch time café is creative when it comes to veggie dishes.

Every day, the café focusses on a veggie special, such as the stuffed portobello mushroom with tomato compote, fondant potato, savoy cabbage and a tomato and white wine emulsion.

Or try the roast butternut squash risotto with grilled asparagus.

Everything on the menu is for vegetarians and vegans, so there is no worry over limited choices.

For more information on prices, visit facebook.com/onesixtycafe/

4. Secret Garden Café, New Market Street, Clitheroe

Lancashire Telegraph:

For those looking for a quick bite to eat, or a savoury treat, head to the Secret Garden Café in Clitheroe.

Here, vegetarians can try the homemade vegetarian lemon drizzle cake or, for those wanting a hot meal, there is a variety of veggie burgers, including the chickpea burger with relish.

To find out more, visit facebook.com/Secret-Garden-Cafe-100576654620829/

5. Ganesha Café – Blackburn Road, Accrington

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This quirky Indian café has a lot of veggie dishes on offer, and the upstairs view gives it a warmly feel.

You can try an eggless cake with tea, or try a veggie samosa, aloo paneer, veg biriyani, vegetable curry and more.

The café also sells gluten free and vegan cupcakes and offers catering for parties.

For times and prices, visit facebook.com/Ganesha-CAFE-LTD-2293958760662889/