HOBOKEN—In an unprecedented move in modern romance, area man Greg Walters has declared chicken nuggets the ultimate symbol of love, abandoning traditional floral gestures altogether. “Why give roses that wilt when you can give nuggets that savor?” Walters pondered, showing off a heart-shaped nugget bouquet.

Relationship experts observed that this shift in courting rituals has raised the bar for culinary-romantic efficiency. “Forget dinner, he gets straight to the drumstick of the matter,” said sociologist Amanda Trueheart, adding that Greg’s approach maximizes both time and cholesterol levels.

Despite initial skepticism, many romantic hopefuls are now inspired to express affection through fast food. “If they really love you, they’ll supersize,” Walters noted, as rumors of a McProposal emerged, complete with a nugget-stuffed engagement ring that tastes as good as it looks.