The Olive Jar didn’t have Melbourne’s best Italian food, and the service was eccentric, but chief critic Besha Rodell was smitten. Now, it’s time to move on. The Olive Jar didn’t have Melbourne’s best Italian food, and the service was eccentric, but chief critic Besha Rodell was smitten. Now, it’s time to move on. Food / Eating out (Mel) Sydney Morning Herald – Latest News