Some time ago I had the brilliant idea of making food scented candles. Who wouldn't want their house smelling like bacon, lasagna, or sautéed onions and garlic at all times? Sure, it might lead to obesity and questions about your character, but this was still an incredible idea on my part. Unfortunately, I never got around to creating a prototype and researching a patent.

Well, it looks I was too late. White Castle has already gone and created a candle with the “steam-grilled-on-a-bed-of-onions scent of America’s first fast-food hamburger”. Net proceeds will benefit the Autism Speaks foundation.

Not only has White Castle completely stolen my idea, but they’ve made it beneficial for a chartable organization. The only person that was going to benefit from my creation was me. Thanks a lot guys. Unfortunately the limited edition candle immediately sold out and is currently not available. If you would like to purchase one when they are once again available, you must request e-mail notification from The House of Crave, their on-line store.

John Moors is single handedly raising national obesity levels and documenting it on his blog at EpicPortions.com. Say hello by e-mail at john@epicportions.com or follow him on Twitter @EpicPortions.