I have really begun to appreciate the aesthetic of farmer's markets, including the sights, smells and colors of the fresh organic fruit & produce (being a vegan, that is what i'm most drawn to).  It's a total sensory experience, feeling the fresh air and being surrounded by good food.  Other advantages to shopping at the farmer's market are connecting with the people who grow your food and developing an appreciation for the process. 

 Slow Food USA makes it their mission to educate people about the value of sitting down with friends & family and sharing a meal together (like old times, ya know?) Connecting with others through the process of preparing food and eating is something that has become less common in modern times, but has a lot of value.  When we have people to share this with, it becomes a holistic experience of replenishing ourselves on the physical, psychological & energetic levels. My friend Aaron wrote an awesome blog related to this.