The new PBS series 'Hotel Portofino' transports you to the 1920s Italian Riviera

Claudine Pascal is the world-class performer and fashion icon in "Hotel Portofino." (Courtesy of: PBS)

The lure of Italy is centuries old, and that irresistible appeal is central to “Hotel Portofino,” a new PBS series airing now on WABE TV. The series follows the Ainsworth family, who have relocated from Britain to open an upscale hotel in a quaint town on the Italian Riviera. Executive producer Walter Iuzzolino and writer Matt Baker joined “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes via Zoom to introduce their new series. 

Interview highlights follow below.