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Top brands on Twitter

Top brands on Twitter: Starbucks, Subway, McDonald's, Taco Bell and Dunkin' Donuts share their social media strategies.

Food

Playing with flavor

"Bold" is becoming a boring mantra on menus; flavor-craving customers want more. To tempt their taste buds—and wallets—chefs and menu developers across all segments are experimenting with flavor enhancing cooking techniques, layering flavors for maximum effect and punching up dishes with housemade condiments.

The longtime industry veteran points out what chain leaders can learn from Barack Obama, Warren Buffett and Lou Holtz.

Larry Levy and two of his sons, along with unnamed investors and the chain’s current management, view the brand as a growth vehicle.

More than 3,000 young adults are expected to attend the initiative's job fair and forum, where they can engage with representatives from 29 participating companies, including Chipotle, Pizza Hut, Sweetgreen and Taco Bell.

The announced departure is the highest-level management change since the franchisor announced plans to split into two companies.

Taco Bell said the four new designs will be tested in the franchisor’s home base of Orange County, Calif., before becoming nationwide options.

News that Wendy’s added Bacon Ranch Fries to its lineup prompted a passionate discussion on craveable sides here at the Restaurant Business editorial office.

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