Life in Parma extends beyond munching on strips of salty ham and cheese. The Teatro Regio, Via Garibaldi 16, near Piazza della Pace (tel. 0521-039399), is the site of concerts throughout the year.
If you'd like to sample a glass or two of great wine, head for the bar section of a spot recommended in the "Where to Dine" section, above: the Enoteca Fontana, Strada Farini 24A (tel. 0521-286037).
At Bacco Verde, Via Cavalloti 33 (tel. 0521-230487), sandwiches, glasses of beer, and a wide selection of Italian wines are dispensed in a cramped but convivial setting ringed with antique masonry.
In the mood for dancing? Head for Dadaumpa, Via Emilio Lepido 48 (tel. 0521-483813), a stylish and lighthearted venue for European and New World dance tunes.
