In recognition of the importance of protecting Sicily’s almonds, a body known as the Coordinamento Regionale was formed in 2010, made up of companies involved in producing and processing this precious bounty of the island. This was an initiative conceived by the Almond Consortiums of both Avola and Agrigento. Not only a sought-after ingredient in cakes and desserts, Avola almonds contribute to a healthy diet as they are rich in unsaturated fatty acids, polyphenols, Vitamin E, magnesium, calcium and proteins. They are also a natural anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and are packed with essential nutritional elements.