Shades of Challenge

Across

1. Shred food with this kitchen tool

6. Lush and green with vegetation

7. Common garden bird with dark feathers

8. Tool for grinding substances in mortar

9. Annoyingly persistent or troublesome

Down

2. Competitive event with multiple matches

3. Container for holding liquids discreetly

4. Small mindedness causing unnecessary trouble

5. Place for executive meetings