PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. — "Plant-based food with legendary flavor".
That's how the DMV's Duane Myko, Danita Claytor and chef Jumoke Jackson describe the burgers they serve at their Black-owned company, Everything Legendary.
It's a claim the entrepreneurs took to the show Shark Tank.
All the 'sharks' loved the taste of the burgers, but it was Mark Cuban who met their asking price of $300,000.
Jumoke explained that their plant-based food is infused with flavor made in a real kitchen by a real chef … not scientists.
So why a vegan company?
Danita told the sharks that following the death of her mother from cancer and Duane's mother having lupus, they wanted to offer good-tasting, healthy eating options to the community.
“4% of the country right now are vegans, however, 8% of Black people are vegans," explained Duane on Shark Tank.
So where can you get your hands on a Legendary burger?
Since they aired on the show, they’ve been holding a Shark Tank sale on the site, while supplies last. You can also check for availability at these stores; Giant, Safeway and Acme.
They’ve also set up a ghost kitchen at DC restaurant, The Ella Grace, where you can order take out through UberEats or text (301) 541-8004.
Healthy eating and great recognition for some local entrepreneurs -- It's a DC Thing.