WASHINGTON: A new report concludes that electronic cigarettes could be a boon to public health or a major liability — it all depends on whether they help Americans quit smoking or encourage more young people to try traditional cigarettes.
The report issued Tuesday wrestles with the potential benefits and harms of the vapor-emitting devices. But those effects may not be known for decades because of how slowly illnesses caused by smoking emerge.
The report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine analyzed more than 800 studies of e-cigarettes but underscores the lingering questions about the devices. It remains unclear if they help smokers quit cigarettes.
The Food and Drug Administration gained authority to regulate e-cigarettes in 2016, but has delayed several key regulations on the industry.
Do e-cigarettes help or harm? Report says not clear yet
Do e-cigarettes help or harm? Report says not clear yet
Where We Are Going Today: Yu by Toki Restaurant in Riyadh
- One order comes with two rolls on a plate, perfect for those looking to share one of the best dishes on the menu
Bringing its flavors from Toki in Jeddah, Yu by Toki is in Riyadh at Mamlaka Social Dining, tucked into a back corner, where the Chinese restaurant offers dishes inspired by Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine, with a modern twist.
At Mamlaka Social Dining, guests order directly from each restaurant’s booth before choosing a table within the shared dining area. Many opt for the outdoor terrace, which offers sweeping views of Riyadh from the iconic tower.
Yu’s one-page menu is concise yet diverse in options, with a particular focus on starters and dim sum. The starters introduce the menu’s flavor palette.
To start, I opted for the Szechuan crispy duck roll which comes wrapped in homemade pancake and stuffed with cucumber and spring onion alongside the crispy duck meat.
One order comes with two rolls on a plate, perfect for those looking to share one of the best dishes on the menu. The crunchy duck meat, fresh cucumber, and sweet sauce provides a balanced and delicious starter experience.
Another popular dish — often sold out — is the bang bang chicken, served with chili and pandan cream for a bold, spicy kick. For a milder option, the smoked corn chicken offers a deeper, caramelized flavor profile.
When it comes to buns and dumplings, I would go for either the baked smoked angus bun or the Szechuan sui mai.
If you are looking for something on the heavier side, the baked smoked angus bun is intense with strong flavors of beef paired with a sauce and fluffy bun.
On the other hand, the Szechuan sui mai is a light and fresh dish, paired with soybean, chili, Chinese mushrooms, and spring onion.
For the main course, I selected the sweet and sour chicken and paired it with the vegetable noodles.
Unfortunately, Yu by Toki’s does not offer dessert, which can be disappointing for those looking to indulge in Chinese varieties. Mamlaka Social Dining solves this by offering a vast array of options.
