Food + Flights

Pets are like family and when it comes to traveling, some of them are ready to take to the skies so they can go on every adventure with their humans. The idea of traveling with your pet might sound fun and exciting or it might sound stressful. Either way, you have to be aware of the restrictions on a plane when traveling with an animal. Whether it is the required documentation, booking process, or...

Would you sip wine in France? Cucumber sake in Japan? Or Margaritas in Mexico? This month Ally and Shelby drink around the world...Disney world. The most magical place on earth could not be perfected without some delicious food and speciality drinks. If you ever thought about taking a trip to epcot, here is your guide. From dusk until dawn, hear about the 11 countries you could visit in one day an...

When you go on vacation, are you looking for sandy beaches or snow capped mountains? Snorkeling next to sea turtles or salmon fishing along the riverbanks? Do you want Denali in the background of your photos or the Napali Coast? The choice is yours, Alaska or Hawaii? These vastly different states share one thing in common, many people want to cross them off their bucket list. Ally and Shelby compa...

Have you ever walked through an airport wondering what is on the menu for your next 8 hour plane ride? Usually the thoughts aren't good, however, there is more planning to airline food than you may think. This month Ally and Shelby talk about the food on your flights, that's right, airplane food!  Did you know the first recorded airline food meal took place in 1919 costing a passenger a total...

Knowing what documents you need to travel domestically and internationally can get confusing-a REAL ID, a passport, a visa? When will you need these? How do you get these documents? This month Ally & Shelby explore the most important documents needed to be able to fly to your destination. They also talk about TSA Pre-Check, Global Entry, and CLEAR which are programs that can speed up the secur...

Remember a time when you couldn't get your favorite food delivered? Today it seems that we can get almost anything delivered to our doorsteps with just a few clicks of a button. This month Ally & Shelby talk about food delivery apps like Grubhub, Doordash and UberEats just to name a few. They talk about the history of food delivery and even some of their predictions of what food delivery might...

In honor of St. Patrick's Day, Ally & Shelby revisit their study abroad trip to Ireland in 2017. They go in-depth about their interactions living with Irish families, favorite activities they got to experience, and revisit some of the common Irish words that may be a little different than what these American girls were used to. Take an deep dive into the trip that inspired the Food + Flight po...

It's that time of the year again.. Girl Scout Cookies! Starting back in 1912, 18 girls joined together to form the first Girl Scout troop in savannah Georgia. This organization grew over the years to form some of the most well known cookies in America. This month Ally & Shelby talk about the history of girl scout cookies, Shelby's time as a former girl scout, and their favorite cookie. You'll...

Ally & Shelby start out the year by talking about America's National Parks. There are 63 national parks spread out all over America. Did you know The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most popular national park? The hosts review some of their experiences in national parks and give tips for you next trip. Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

It's the holiday season and to celebrate Ally & Shelby head to Frankenmuth, Michigan to indulge on Zehnder's famous chicken dinner. Frankenmuth is known for being Michigan's German Christmas town. With two of America's largest family restaurants and one of the largest Christmas stores, Frankenmuth is truly a hidden gem. Listen now to hear about the all you can eat family dinner & some of town's hi...

Happy Halloween! This month Ally & Shelby talk about their recent trip to Massachusetts to visit Boston & Salem. They spent a week between the two locations and visited places like The House of Seven Gables, The Witch House, The Witch History Museum, The Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum, and Acorn Street. Tune in now to hear their experiences & travel tips! Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.sil...

October 1st is International Coffee Day and what better way to celebrate than an episode about coffee? Coffee dates back to the 15th century and has become a staple around in the world. This month Ally & Shelby head downtown Detroit and get caffeinated at two coffee shops: The Roasting Plant & MadCap Coffee. So, pour a cup of your best roast and tune in now because this episode was brewed...

Do you have a personal bucket list of all the things you would like to do and everywhere you would like to go? Maybe see the Eiffel Tower? Take an African Safari? Go sky diving in Australia? This episode Ally and Shelby talk about what’s on their bucket list and all the exciting things they hope to do in their lifetime. Listen to this episode on September 8th to hear why Shelby wants to visit the...

Food is a big reason why people go to the movies--the freshly popped buttery popcorn, the ice cold soft drinks, and chocolatey or chewy candy just doesn't taste the same when you aren't in front of a big screen. This month Ally & Shelby share their experience seeing a movie at an all inclusive theater. The hosts also talk about how the recent pandemic and availabilty of new movies on streaming...

This month Ally & Shelby talk about Shelby's move from Michigan to Texas to be with her husband, Josh, who was stationed in Fort Hood. From planning the move, making the drive and getting things set up in Texas, your hosts cover what it's like to move across the country. They also talk about what it's like to be married to someone in the military and the traveling they were able to do in Texas. Tu...

When you walk into a restaurant, do you ever wonder how the place got its name? How do they pick the menu choices? Why did the owners decide to buy a restaurant in the first place? Ally and Shelby are taking you behind the scenes at the Lewiston Lodge where they talk to owners Tim and Shannon about the ups and downs of the restaurant industry. Listen to some of their greatest memories,&n...

Are you ready to get out and travel again? We can't blame you! It's been a little over a year since travel restrictions went into place and this month Ally & Shelby discuss what states and countries are starting to open back up for visitors. Many people have lots of vacation time and money saved up since they were not able to travel in 2020. This episode will fill you in on all the requirement...

Hot dog, hot dog, hot diggety dog, it's time for another food review! Shelby and Ally visit Junk Yard Dog in downtown Jackson, Michigan this month where they sample 12 beer steamed hot dogs loaded with delicious and interesting toppings. Did you know Mickey Mouse's first words were "hot dogs"?  Let's be frank, this place is a must-ard if you're in the Jackson area!  Music: Higher Up by S...

This month Ally & Shelby talk about their most notable Airbnb experiences. They have been staying in Airbnbs all across the world since 2017 and prefer staying in Airbnbs over hotels for a variety of reasons. But they have had their fair share of odd encounters.. from the host that kept crystal water in the kitchen to the time the host lived in the basement during their stay.. they cover the g...

Let’s slide on into a food review of Green Dot Stables! Although Michigan still has in door dining restrictions, Ally and Shelby decided to review the Detroit slider restaurant, Green Dot Stables. Located in Detroit and Lansing, Green Dot Stables is owned by inlaws hospitality and is the perfect place to order one of everything. Don’t want to order everything on the menu? Not a problem because the...

What a year 2020 was! This month Ally & Shelby talk about weddings being affected by coronavirus, specifically Ally's destination ceremony to Washington and her reception in Michigan. They also talk about planning out-of-state bachelorette parties during the pandemic and how they had to get creative with activities to keep things fun.   Listen now to see how they navigated changing restrictions, s...

The first food focused episode was supposed to be a review of a local restaurant here in Michigan. However, with recent restrictions in Michigan shutting down indoor dining Ally & Shelby decided to review some of their prior sweet shop experiences around the world.  They talk about some of their favorite spots in Ireland, Seattle, Austin, Las Vegas and Michigan. They also encourage listen...

Ally & Shelby jump right into episode 2 and talk about their first dark tourism experience, The Waverly Hills Sanatorium. They took the trip to Louisville, Kentucky  in October to partake in the haunted ghost tour. In this episode, they cover some of the history, their expectations and how the tour actually went. If you like spooky adventures and ghost stories, listen now! Music:‌ ‌Higher...

Welcome to Food + Flights podcast! This first episode is dedicated to introducing your hosts, Allison Nickert & Shelby Ensign. They explain why they wanted to start this podcast and what the podcast will cover. The duo talks about how they met in Ireland and how their friendship has grown over the past three years. So, buckle up and get ready because Food + Flights is ready for take off! ...