--- title: Elana Kroon - Blog description: Elana Kroon used to work in restaurants before becoming a journalist and expert restaurant industry content creator at Eat App. (9) image: https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hubfs/Eat%20App%20Product%20Suite%20Updated.webp --- [![Eat App Logo](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hubfs/Eatapp-2023/Landing-page/eat-app-logo.svg)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co) [Log in](https://admin.eatapp.co/sign_in) - Product Product Features - [![Online reservations](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hubfs/EAtapp-2022/images/2023-updated-home/menu-icons/bx_globe.svg) Online Reservations](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/restaurant-reservation-software) - [![Powered by AI](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hubfs/Powered%20by%20AI.svg) AI Powered](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/ai-restaurant-software) - [![Booking channels](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hubfs/EAtapp-2022/images/2023-updated-home/menu-icons/Vector.svg) Booking Channels](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/booking-channels) - [![WhatsApp Brand icon (1)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hubfs/WhatsApp%20Brand%20icon%20(1).svg) WhatsApp Messaging](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/whatsapp-messaging-for-restaurants) - 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Featured blogs [View all](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog) [![Menu Inspiration](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hs-fs/hubfs/new%20restaurant%20menu%20ideas.webp?width=200&name=new%20restaurant%20menu%20ideas.webp)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/menu-design/coming-up-with-new-restaurant-menu-ideas) ### [35 Restaurant Menu Ideas Your Kitchen Can...](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/menu-design/coming-up-with-new-restaurant-menu-ideas) Choosing what to put on a restaurant menu sounds creative until prep... [![](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Eat%20(53)%20(1).webp?width=200&name=Eat%20(53)%20(1).webp)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/restaurant-slogans) ### [190 Catchy Restaurant Slogans and Ideas...](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/restaurant-slogans) Most restaurant slogans are forgettable. Walk down any busy street... 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Become A Partner [View all](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/become-a-partner-eat-app) ![become-a-partner](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Eatapp-2025/home/become-a-partner.png?width=200&name=become-a-partner.png) ### [Become a Partner](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/become-a-partner-eat-app) Boost Revenue with Eat App partner ![integration](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hs-fs/hubfs/integration.png?width=200&name=integration.png) ### [Integrations](https://eatapp.co/integrations) Boost Revenue with Eat App integrations [Enterprise sales ![green-arrow](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hubfs/Eatapp-2025/images/green-arrow.svg)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/for-hospitality-groups) [Request demo ![green-arrow](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hubfs/Eatapp-2025/images/green-arrow.svg)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/cs/c/?cta_guid=68ca4857-91b1-4db2-824c-4376712a3271&signature=AAH58kEI6d6HW7QesiG7NRf_zGKfpw00dg&utm_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fapp.hubspot.com%2F&portal_id=3390327&pageId=134702448477&placement_guid=4061114a-c5d0-48e7-a157-a53b2b49732c&click=bdaa4274-956d-45f7-84e0-ee74382ad6de&redirect_url=APefjpHhhS1kTetesBqywNwoHrwbNq-GZOVIXw67IxzkRCvnoRl3bd7B1Qxpua2engDEnPHo4PggEFIL2UlBJ6aT2TsHwO-9Bxk6n8HujPjU2UG2YkaB0CdQOYISHC_ZDgMcLJafABw-_vEAhqZpFX8Wk11SlL41AEuAfrzIWNvuhdY0KgiYtzy2QHcwOaWsm5ArVWyEoChVD2FYdWQgq990hg_BIk9HYRMCzEzbSl-ko4AH7xwIw2JWN_ZMFCyn0WRUqxq4-p6XDZ4Ie-c73i1rfUEEqtIU7g&hsutk=f119a48eaaca834954aba37a26f03d71&canon=https%3A%2F%2Frestaurant.eatapp.co%2F&ts=1758189673927&__hstc=45788219.f119a48eaaca834954aba37a26f03d71.1758094528211.1758094528211.1758094528211.1) [Log in](https://admin.eatapp.co/sign_in) [![Request Demo](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3390327/4061114a-c5d0-48e7-a157-a53b2b49732c.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3390327/4061114a-c5d0-48e7-a157-a53b2b49732c) [![Try for free](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3390327/58270d17-5d39-4474-8a2e-f9d7891343cc.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3390327/58270d17-5d39-4474-8a2e-f9d7891343cc) ![Elana Kroon](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hubfs/Elana%20Kroon%20Eat%20App.webp) # Elana Kroon Elana Kroon used to work in restaurants before becoming a journalist and expert restaurant industry content creator at Eat App. [![image](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hubfs/eatapp-2024/images/blog/mdi_linkedin.svg)](https://www.linkedin.com/in/elana-kroon-b5ab4771/) [![](https://images.surferseo.art/95599270-b25d-40fe-8709-05e84e94cbbe.png)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/top-10-loyalty-cards-for-restaurants-that-drive-customer-loyalty) [Increase Revenue](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/topic/increase-revenue) ### [Top 10 Loyalty Cards for Restaurants That Drive Customer Loyalty](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/top-10-loyalty-cards-for-restaurants-that-drive-customer-loyalty) Loyalty cards are a great way for restaurants to keep customers coming back. By offering rewards and incentives, they encourage repeat visits, which helps increase revenue. In... [Learn more](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/top-10-loyalty-cards-for-restaurants-that-drive-customer-loyalty) 27 February 2025 [![what is restaurant marketing?](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Most%20Advanced%20Restaurant%20Marketing%20Platform%20(1).webp?width=270&height=150&name=The%20Most%20Advanced%20Restaurant%20Marketing%20Platform%20(1).webp)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/what-is-restaurant-marketing) [Marketing](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/topic/marketing) ### [What is Restaurant Marketing: Strategies and Tips for Success in 2026](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/what-is-restaurant-marketing) Restaurant marketing, or what is restaurant marketing, is about attracting and keeping customers by effectively promoting your restaurant. It includes branding, improving your... [Learn more](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/what-is-restaurant-marketing) 12 February 2025 [![WhatsApp for restaurants](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Eat%20(80).webp?width=270&height=150&name=Eat%20(80).webp)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/whatsapp-for-restaurants-guide) [Marketing](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/topic/marketing) ### [WhatsApp For Restaurants: A Complete Guide (2026)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/whatsapp-for-restaurants-guide) Are you ready to tap into the potential of WhatsApp for your restaurant? This guide is here to help you get started with ease. I’ll walk you through how to begin and share... [Learn more](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/whatsapp-for-restaurants-guide) 5 February 2025 [![](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Eat%20(17)%20(1)-2.webp?width=270&height=150&name=Eat%20(17)%20(1)-2.webp)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/how-to-host-an-unforgettable-valentines-day-event) [Marketing](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/topic/marketing) ### [How to Host an Unforgettable Valentine’s Day Event](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/how-to-host-an-unforgettable-valentines-day-event) Valentine’s Day isn’t just another day on the calendar. It’s a chance for restaurants to create meaningful memories for guests while hopefully increasing revenue. With so many... [Learn more](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/how-to-host-an-unforgettable-valentines-day-event) 29 January 2025 [![Eat App discount feature](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Offerimage%20(1)%20(1).webp?width=270&height=150&name=Offerimage%20(1)%20(1).webp)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/how-to-use-discounts-to-increase-revenue) [Marketing](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/topic/marketing) ### [How to Use Discounts to Increase Revenue](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/how-to-use-discounts-to-increase-revenue) Running a restaurant is about balancing great food, exceptional service, and a steady flow of guests. But what happens when traffic slows down? That’s where discounts come in.... [Learn more](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/how-to-use-discounts-to-increase-revenue) 28 January 2025 [![social-media-marketing-restaurants](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Promoting-Your-New-Restaurant.jpg?width=270&height=150&name=Promoting-Your-New-Restaurant.jpg)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/a-guide-to-social-media-marketing-for-restaurants) [Marketing](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/topic/marketing) ### [A Guide To Social Media Marketing For Restaurants](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/a-guide-to-social-media-marketing-for-restaurants) With 4.33 billion active users, social media isn’t just a trend, it’s becoming the backbone of global connectivity. That’s a staggering 91% of all internet users worldwide. And... [Learn more](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/a-guide-to-social-media-marketing-for-restaurants) 26 January 2025 [![](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hs-fs/hubfs/image8%20(2)%20(1).webp?width=270&height=150&name=image8%20(2)%20(1).webp)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/ai-restaurant) [Industry Insights](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/topic/industry-insights) ### [21 Ways Restaurants Use AI & ChatGPT for Efficiency](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/ai-restaurant) You’ve probably seen many reports about how businesses are changing and adapting to new AI tools, particularly ChatGPT, Google’s Bard, and image AI tools like Midjourney. These... [Learn more](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/ai-restaurant) 19 January 2025 [![restaurant swot analysis](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hs-fs/hubfs/swot2-1.webp?width=270&height=150&name=swot2-1.webp)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/restaurant-swot-analysis) [Operations](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/topic/operations) ### [SWOT Analysis for Restaurants: Ultimate Guide with Examples for 2026](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/restaurant-swot-analysis) Look, your restaurant may have the best ambiance or serve the most delicious appetizers in your neighborhood. But if you’re not paying attention to what’s working, what’s not,... [Learn more](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/restaurant-swot-analysis) 15 January 2025 [![NextME waitlist system](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/hs-fs/hubfs/380991614_1007045010719156_6501174351787719835_n%20(1).webp?width=270&height=150&name=380991614_1007045010719156_6501174351787719835_n%20(1).webp)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/nextme) [Management](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/topic/management) ### [NextME vs Eat App Waitlist (Complete 2026 Guide)](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/nextme) You can’t expect to run a restaurant at full capacity without considering a proper waitlist system. With a reliable tool in place, you will be able to virtually add guests to your... [Learn more](https://restaurant.eatapp.co/blog/nextme) 14 January 2025 Show more 21 ## Try Eat before you buy it Schedule your personalized 30-minute free demo to get all your questions answered and make sure your business is setup for success. 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