Do you want a free feed? Western Bulldogs AFL star Tom Liberatore has got you, offering free parmas to anyone who drops his name in the Melbourne pubs he owns
Do you want a free feed? Western Bulldogs AFL star Tom Liberatore has got you, offering free parmas to anyone who drops his name in the Melbourne pubs he owns
- Bulldogs beat up Richmond
- Heading into the AFL final in strong form
- Libba wants to share the love with fans
Perhaps it’s the oxygen at the top of the AFL ladder that’s making Tom Liberatore a little giddy, but the Western Bulldogs star has offered anyone who calls his name a free parmigiana meal at one of his two pubs.
The Western Bulldogs’ best opening quarter in 12 years saw an impressive 55-point victory over Richmond that nearly crushed the Tigers’ Finals aspirations.
The Bulldogs’ midfield exploded as captain Marcus Bontempelli, Adam Treloar and Liberatore destroyed their hostile midfield brigade.
Liberatore finished with 31 touches, including 17 kicks, 14 handballs and 12 tackles in the impressive win.
He was clearly in good spirits after the game when he was interviewed by veteran Channel 7 reporter and commentator Brian Taylor, who offered free parmas to anyone who visited one of his two pubs in Melbourne.
Libba had a blinder for the Western Bulldogs as they knocked off Richmond to keep their AFL top four hopes alive
You can get one such free feed from the Mona Castle Hotel just by mentioning Western Bulldogs star and pub owner Tom Liberatore
‘Do you have a pub these days? Did I hear someone say you bought into a small pub?’ BT asked.
“I actually have two,” Liberatore replied.
“The Ascot Vale Hotel, the coldest pots in Melbourne and the Mona Castle Hotel in Seddon.”
“What’s a parma worth these days, mate?” BT asked.
“Just say my name and you’ll get it for free.”
The offer cemented Libba’s status as one of the nicest dudes in the AFL and fans were quick to praise him for the gesture.
“We should all appreciate Libba – he looks and acts like a boy in the ressies, you just know he’d have a beer and a dart in hand if it was acceptable,” one fan wrote.
“Libba is one of the best characters going around in AFL today,” added another.
“Libba, a man of the people, loves him and I’m a Bombers supporter,” another AFL fan replied.
Onya Libba another great game. Mona Castle Hotel Seddon by far the best pub food in the West,’ added another.
The Ascot Vale Hotel has undergone renovations under Liberatore and now he wants you to try it with a free parma
BT talks to Liberatore after the huge win over Richmond as the Bulldogs star made the stunning offer
Stepping into history, the Mona Castle Hotel offers a new menu featuring plenty of old favourites, including the classic parma
Both locations have been recently renovated under Liberatore ownership and have positive reviews from locals looking for cold pot and hot parma.
‘The Ascot Vale Hotel welcomes everyone to experience a relaxed and comfortable corner pub that has been restored to its former glory,’ reads the Ascot Vale Hotel’s website.
‘This 1875 gem is suitable for everyone, whether hopping off the tram for a quick drink, impressing a loved one or celebrating an event with close friends or family.’
The Seddon’s Corner Pub has been serving drinks since 1874 and has a new lease of life as the Mona Castle Hotel under Libba.
‘The Mona Castle welcomes its old residents along with new friends and families to experience their former pub with a fresh look and menu. Come on down and have a drink, we’re still pouring all your old favourites,” the website reads.