Party Favors

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Across

  • 2A
    A festive gathering, and the theme of this puzzle
  • 5A
    What a party is at 2 a.m., typically
  • 6A
    Attempted, like a new canapé recipe
  • 8A
    Like a strong wine at a gala
  • 9A
    Carried, like a tray of hors d'oeuvres
  • 11A
    A formal, black-tie affair
  • 12A
    Fortify oneself, as before a tense family gathering

Down

  • 1D
    Emotion a good shindig should spark
  • 2D
    Dwindle, as a gathering's energy might (with 'out')
  • 3D
    Plan, like the seating chart
  • 4D
    The anonymous 'some people' in a juicy rumor
  • 7D
    Like the perfect party guest
  • 8D
    Person who foots the bill for a fete
  • 10D
    Vessel for a party brew