Take 5 pickled gherkins

Preserved cucumber is one of the world's favourite savoury accompaniments. is pickled pink

The balance of sugar and vinegar is important for pickle lovers, and this offering is one for the sweet camp. The syrupy sweetness is followed by a short, sharp vinegar hit. Medium-sized, they hold their shape well and offer a little bite.

HK$35.50, Wellcome, citywide

You can clearly taste salt in these, which brings out their herbal, vegetal quality. These are small, no more than about 3cm long, and also quite sour. While they don't offer a satisfying crunch, they are reasonably crisp.

HK$46, City'super, citywide