It seems inevitable that chef Andy Husbands, known for his acclaimed South End restaurants Tremont 647 and Sister Sorel, would create an eatery like his recently opened barbecue joint The Smoke Shop. After all, Husbands and his competitive barbecue team have won dozens of awards for their slow-cooked creations, even in the barbecue promised land of the Deep South. Now locals can enjoy brisket, ribs and fixings like corn bread and pimento mac & cheese lovingly cooked to perfection. The only question now, other than deciding which delectable treats to order, is why did it take so long?