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Plant-based cookie shop MidnighTreats brings a sweet new option to College Park

Keira Hardesty  The interior of MidnighTreats on College Avenue on Feb. 17, 2025. (Christina Duncan/The Diamondback) Plant-based cookie shop MidnighTreats opened a new College Park location on Feb. 8, according...

8 Bold New Franchise Concepts You'll Want to Know About

Want to own a business that does something brand new? One of these new franchise brands might be a fit for you.   This story appears in the January 2025...

Franchise owner delivers kindness — one cookie at a time

    SUMMARY: Johnny Nguyen (’16) stays true to his Madison values in his business slogan of “Be Kind. Spread Love. Eat Cookies.”     In 2018, with only a...

MidnighTreats Brings Giant Cookies to College Park

MidnighTreats Brings Giant Cookies to College Park

MidnighTreats Brings Giant Cookies to College Park COLLEGE PARK, MD — MidnighTreats, the beloved DMV cookie company, is thrilled to announce its expansion to College Park, Maryland. Jordan Rutland, a...

New Cookie Shop Opening In Old Town Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA, VA — A new shop offering made-from-scratch cookies is preparing to open in Old Town Alexandria. MidnighTreats, a Northern Virginia-based business, will open its third location Friday at 110...

5 Compelling Reasons To Eat More Cookies

5 Compelling Reasons To Eat More Cookies

Stop the inner guilt trip and treat yourself whenever you want! Check out these compelling reasons to eat more cookies and order cookies from MidnighTreats!
6 Ways To Treat Yourself Without Going Broke

6 Ways To Treat Yourself Without Going Broke

No matter your financial status, you deserve a little reward every once in a while. Explore all the inexpensive ways to treat yourself without going broke.
Top Reasons Why Cookies Make the Best Gift

Top Reasons Why Cookies Make the Best Gift

Putting a 20-dollar bill into a birthday card is a safe present, but it’s also boring. Instead, send a baked hug to your loved ones and see a smile on...

Gifts To Give Someone Who Already Has Everything

Gifts To Give Someone Who Already Has Everything

Some people are harder to shop for than others, but there’s always something! Explore these gifts to give someone who already has everything.
Tips and Tricks To Keep Your Cookies Fresh

Tips and Tricks To Keep Your Cookies Fresh

There is nothing better than a fresh-baked cookie straight out of the oven. Ever wonder how to keep them tasting like that? Learn how to keep cookies fresh.
6 Housewarming Gifts New Homeowners Will Actually Appreciate

6 Housewarming Gifts New Homeowners Will Actually Appreciate

Are you spending too much time searching for the perfect housewarming gift? Check out these housewarming gifts new homeowners will actually appreciate.
4 Thoughtful Gifts to Send to a New Parent

4 Thoughtful Gifts to Send to a New Parent

A new mom and dad deserve a whole lot of love for bringing a new life into the world! Explore these four thoughtful gifts to send to a new parent!
The Best 3 Ways to Enjoy a Delicious Cookie

The Best 3 Ways to Enjoy a Delicious Cookie

Hey, are you enjoying your cookies to their fullest? Explore the best three ways to enjoy a delicious cookie and let the second part of your life begin!
Franchise owner delivers kindness — one cookie at a time

Franchise owner delivers kindness — one cookie at a time

In 2018, with only a few business classes under his belt, Johnny Nguyen (’16) started his cookie company, MidnighTreats, out of his mom’s Vienna, Virginia, kitchen. Since then, he’s grown...

While Everyone Is Focused on Burgers, the Vegan Cookie Market Is Quietly Growing to Nearly $1 Billion

While Everyone Is Focused on Burgers, the Vegan Cookie Market Is Quietly Growing to Nearly $1 Billion

Among the many vegan food options, the popularity of vegan cookies is quietly growing, with the market expected to reach nearly $1 billion by 2033. by NICOLE AXWORTHY AUGUST 15, 2023...