The Influence of Bob Kinkead; Paisano's Expands in D.C.

PROFILES— Chef Bob Kinkead has influenced so many D.C. chefs. It's enough for Washington Business Journal to plot a whole family tree of sorts of his many connections. [WBJ]

EXPANSIONS—Expect to see a lot more Paisano's Pizza locations in the District. The local chain has signed a franchise agreement to open nine locations in the city proper over the next three years, the first at 1815 Wisconsin Ave. NW in Georgetown. [EaterWire]

BALLSTON—One fewer lunch option for Ballston. The Panera there has closed. [ARLNOW]